KNOWLEDGE SHARING AND INDUSTRY DIALOGUE

While international trend research and future season forecasts were shared with industry professionals, new technologies and data-driven approaches transforming production processes were also discussed. Topics such as artificial intelligence applications, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and the impact of digitalization on textile production were addressed across different sessions.

The program also explored innovative research areas such as circular economy practices, the conversion of agricultural waste into textile materials, electromagnetic shielding fabrics, and electronic textiles, with contributions from both academia and industry. Denim-focused sessions examined current directions in archive and vintage culture, washing techniques, and evolving production approaches.