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itMA 2011 [exclusive feature]
will definitely spark more innovative
solutions for a sustainable future,”
said Mr. Andrew Filarowski,
Technical Director of Society of
Dyers and Colourists, and moderator
for the Textile Dyestuff and
Chemical Leaders Forum.
Apart from educational events,
research and education was another
focus area for ITMA. As part of the
move by CEMATEX to focus on
the sustainable development of the
textile and garment industry, the Research
& Education (R&E) Pavilion
presented leading edge textile materials
and technology research from
47 universities and institutes from
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20 countries. Highlights included
the European Textile Research and
Education Pavilion led by AUTEX,
EURATEX and TEXTRANET, and
the Speakers’ Platform where participants
presented their latest research
findings.
Making plans for 2015
With the success of ITMA 2011,
preparations are already underway
for the next edition of ITMA, which
will be held in Milan, Italy, during
November 12-19, 2015.
Said Mr. Sandro Salmoiraghi,
President of ACIMIT, the Association
of Italian Textile Machinery
Manufacturers: “Italy is delighted to
be chosen to host the 2015 edition of
ITMA. We are already in talks with
the Milan city officials and other
relevant stakeholders to deliver a
world class event.”
MP International’s Ms. Phua commented:
“We look forward to working
with CEMATEX again for the
next edition of ITMA. Despite the
challenging business environment,
we are encouraged by the warm response.
We will take in the suggestions
of our participants and continue
to build a platform that is relevant
to the industry.”
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