SINGAPORE, eWarta.co – The 2nd Asia-Pacific Textile and Apparel Supply Chain Expo & Summit (APTEXPO 2025) is set to return to Singapore from 19–21 November 2025. Reaffirming its position as the region's premier platform, the event will convene global industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to accelerate the transition to stronger, more sustainable, and future-ready supply chains, Thursday (6/11/2025).
Jointly organised by MP Singapore Pte Ltd and The Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT TEX), and hosted by the Singapore Fashion Council (SFC), the event is also sponsored by the ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) and the China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC).
Themed "Re-engineering towards a Resilient, Adaptive and Sustainable Supply Chain," APTEXPO 2025 directly addresses the industry's critical need to embrace digitalisation, circular economy models, fair trade practices, and sustainable innovation. The summit will serve as a vital platform for stakeholders to share strategies, forge new partnerships, and define the next chapter for global textile and apparel manufacturing.
APTEXPO 2025 receives significant support from key associations across ASEAN, including:
Textile, Apparel, Footwear & Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC)
Indonesian Textile Association (API)
Association of the Lao Garment Industry (ALGI)
Malaysian Textile Manufacturers Association (MTMA)
Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association (MGMA)
Confederation of Wearable Exporters of the Philippines (CONWEP)
National Federation of Thai Textile Industries (NFTTI)
Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS)
The agenda will specifically tackle pressing challenges, focusing on industrial upgrading and the evolving international trade landscape. Key discussions will explore how decentralised manufacturing models can enhance supply chain security, boost efficiency, and build greater resilience against future disruptions.
"Singapore, as a gateway to Asia Pacific, is the perfect host for the 2nd edition of APTEXPO. We look forward to engaging stakeholders from across the globe to drive tangible change."
- Mr Jason Ng, Managing Director, MP Group
"APTEXPO will powerfully connect Asia-Pacific’s manufacturing powerhouse with the global market, fostering a more secure, decentralised, and efficient supply chain for the whole industry."
- Mr Xu Yingxin, Vice President, China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC)
Event Highlights: Summit, Exhibition, and Focused Forums
The 2025 edition features a dynamic line-up of activities designed to deliver high-value insights, connections, and business opportunities:
APTEXPO Summit: This strategic platform will bring together over 300 senior delegates from leading global brands, major retailers, designers, policymakers, and tech innovators to discuss the future of supply chains, sustainability, and cross-border collaboration.
International Exhibition: With over 100 exhibitors from more than 7 countries and regions, the exhibition will showcase the latest advancements in textile manufacturing, sustainable materials, digitalisation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions.
Notable exhibitors include Ghim Li Global Pte Ltd (Singapore), Best Garment Group (Cambodia), Chenfeng (Suqian) Textile Technology Co., Ltd (China), NicheTech Advanced Materials Co., Ltd (Republic of China, Taiwan), Foursource Group GmbH (Germany), Jing Cheung Industrial Co., Limited (Hong Kong SAR), Zhejiang Hongdu Textile Technology Co., Ltd (China), and Dalian Tianzhi Garments Manufacture Co., Ltd (China).
Curated Business Matching: Exclusive face-to-face sessions designed to connect global textile and apparel suppliers, buyers, and innovators, helping them find the right partners and expand their network across Asia’s fashion and manufacturing ecosystem.
Six Concurrent Events: Running alongside the main exhibition and summit, these specialised events will offer focused discussions and networking tailored to key growth sectors:
The Asia-Pacific Sports & Outdoor Fashion Forum will spotlight emerging trends in performance textiles, functional apparel, and outdoor lifestyle fashion, with an emphasis on material technology and sustainability.
The 7th Belt and Road Textile Conference will advance regional cooperation, investment, and sustainable development across Belt and Road economies.
The Industry Update Showcase will feature country and regional briefings on the latest market developments and investment opportunities.
A series of exclusive closed-door workshops will provide targeted, high-level dialogue for investor engagement and cross-border business collaboration.
FUTR Asia 2025 will connect forward-thinking brands, retailers, and marketers exploring the future of retail, e-commerce, and consumer engagement at the convergence of fashion, technology, and lifestyle. (rls)