CEMATEX Introduces Online Business Platform to Connect Global Textile Community

An online platform that allows ITMA 2023 participants to build connections, source technologies and solutions, share ideas and grow their business has been introduced by CEMATEX – the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers and owner of ITMA 2023.

ITMAconnect is the new one-stop sourcing platform and knowledge hub that complements the ITMA 2023 exhibition, which will be held at the Fiera Milano Rho, Milan, from June 8-14, 2023. It will enable exhibitors, visitors and industry partners to start their engagements before the exhibition, make appointments for in-person meetings at ITMA 2023, and continue their discussions even after the exhibition. 

“Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been exploring ways to add value to our participants in the digital space,” said Ernesto Maurer, president of CEMATEX. “We are excited that with the launch of ITMAconnect, we now offer the global textile community enhanced opportunities that extend beyond the physical exhibition. We hope exhibitors will make full use of this online platform to keep their contacts engaged while generating new leads to grow their business.”

Exhibitors will be able to pinpoint business opportunities in advance by allowing them to have access to ITMA 2023 buyers early. They will be assigned ITMAconnect digital spaces for them to present their company information, upload brochures and press releases, and showcase their products. They can also start their engagements with the smart messaging and video meeting feature, and schedule in-person meetings via the business matching tool.

ITMA 2023 exhibitors will automatically become ITMAconnect subscribers. Access to the platform for exhibitors to prepare their digital showcases will be available from Nov. 15, 2022.

The ITMAconnect platform will also allow participants to access content all year round, making it the go-to knowledge hub for textile related content and events, including webinars, community forums and showcases by exhibitors.