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") is pleased to participate in the Intertextile Shanghai Apparel [Fabrics](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/fabric "A flexible, flat structure made by interlacing yarns, fibers, or filaments.
")–Spring Edition 2026. As the first major textile trade show of the year in China, the event, organized by Messe Frankfurt, will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from March 11 to 13. Global Standard Representative in APAC, Felicia Shi, will host a booth at the Econogy Hub and deliver a presentation on the Global [Organic](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/organic "'Organic' is a regulated term used to distinguish systems of managed production and products derived therefrom that adhere to principles of health, ecology, fairness and care, and which are certified compliant to an organic standard's regulations by an Approved Certification Body.
GOTS defines organic textiles as being made with fibres from organic agriculture systems that are certified to one of the IFOAM Family of Standards, and that are processed in socially and ecologically responsible ways, in alignment with organic principles.
The worldwide leading voluntary sustainability standard for the post-harvest textile value chain for certified organic fibres, covering environmental criteria, human rights, social criteria and business conduct.
")), covering latest updates and upcoming initiatives. Intertextile Shanghai Spring Edition 2026 will showcase the latest advancements in design, [sustainability](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/sustainability "In 1987, the United Nations Brundtland Commission defined sustainability as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”
"), and digital transformation, guiding visitors through four key themes: Fashion Forward (trend zones & designs), Performance Textiles (functional products & seminars), Sustainability (Econogy Hub, tours & talks), and Textile Future (innovative & digital solutions), alongside a dynamic fringe program of curated discussions and exclusive events. For more information and updates, please visit the official Intertextile [website](https://intertextile-shanghai-apparel-fabrics-spring.hk.messefrankfurt.com/shanghai/en.html). Global Standard Booth: Hall 5.1 – J48 Global Standard Seminar: Topic: Where Sustainability Meets Style: The GOTS Label – Assurance of Sustainability and Fairness in Textiles Venue: Econogy Talks, Hall 5.1 – K48 Date: 11 March 2026 Time: 10:35 – 11:05 a.m. [ Share this page ](#fs-toggle=share)