Global Meeting Point for High-Performance Building Solutions: HIGHTEX 2026
In this new era in which technical textiles are accelerating the transformation of the construction sector, HIGHTEX 2026 – International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition is preparing to become the global showcase for innovative solutions in the fields of Buildtech and construction textiles. To be held in Istanbul on 9–13 June 2026, HIGHTEX 2026 will bring together advanced material technologies, sustainable building solutions, and high-performance technical textiles under one roof, offering industry professionals a unique business and knowledge platform.
High-performance solutions such as waterproofing, thermal and acoustic insulation, fire resistance, UV protection, surface protection systems, technical coatings, and membrane structures will meet visitors at HIGHTEX 2026. HIGHTEX 2026 Exhibition will provide strong opportunities for construction industry professionals to establish new partnerships, accelerate technology transfer, and expand their market access.
A New Era in Construction Textiles with Smart Fabrics
According to Market Research Future data, the global Buildtech textile market reached a market size of USD 111.14 billion in 2024. The market is expected to demonstrate steady growth with a 0.13% CAGR during the 2025–2035 period, reaching USD 112.76 billion by 2035. This balanced growth is supported by the widespread adoption of sustainable building practices, increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings, and the expansion of the versatile application areas of technical textiles.
Among the key trends standing out in the global market are the adoption of sustainable materials, the integration of smart textile technologies, and the diversification of application areas. In particular, geotextiles and geomembranes are cited among the fastest-growing Buildtech segments in infrastructure and environmental protection projects. Technical textiles integrated with smart sensors represent a new era in structural health monitoring and long-term performance management.
Türkiye Draws Attention in Construction Textiles with Its Strong Textile Production Infrastructure
The European Buildtech textile market holds a significant position in the global market with its high value-added and regulation-focused solutions. The market, which reached approximately USD 7.5 billion in 2024, is projected to grow with a 5.8% CAGR during the 2025–2033 period and reach USD 12.3 billion by 2033. Strict building regulations, green building standards, urban transformation projects, and infrastructure investments are rapidly increasing demand for Buildtech products in Europe.
Türkiye, on the other hand, stands as a regional production and supply hub in the Buildtech field with its strong textile production infrastructure, increasing expertise in technical textiles, and dynamic construction sector. Urban transformation projects, infrastructure investments, industrial buildings, and an export-oriented production model are steadily increasing Türkiye’s strategic importance in construction textiles. HIGHTEX 2026 Exhibition plays a key role in carrying this potential to global markets.
High-Performance Requirements in Construction Textiles
The construction sector, due to heavy working conditions, variable climate effects, and high safety requirements, necessitates advanced performance criteria in all materials used. Durability, long service life, safety, and functionality are among the fundamental expectations of modern construction projects. Technical textiles and textile coatings step in where traditional building materials fall short, offering high-value-added solutions to the sector.
Textile coatings have a wide range of applications, from building covers and temporary structures to protective tarpaulins and occupational safety equipment. Waterproofness, flame resistance, UV resistance, mechanical strength, and environmental resistance make these products indispensable in the construction sector.
Buildtech encompasses a broad product range, from geotextiles and membrane systems to insulation support fabrics and building covers. These solutions focus not only on structural safety but also on energy efficiency, environmental protection, and long-term performance.
Fabrics reinforced with PU, PVC, and acrylic-based coatings provide effective protection against rain, snow, moisture, and groundwater, while reducing condensation risk through controlled air permeability. These features enable widespread use in site covers, temporary roofing systems, scaffold tarpaulins, and protective building covers.
Fire-Resistant Fabrics on the Rise
Flame-retardant coatings make ignition more difficult, reduce the rate of flame spread, and minimize potential fire risks. For temporary structures, tent systems, and technical covers, fire resistance in compliance with international standards is now regarded not as a preference but as a requirement.
UV-resistant textile coatings prevent deformation caused by sunlight in the material structure, thereby extending product service life. High abrasion resistance is of great importance for textile products exposed to intense mechanical stress at construction sites. Reinforced coatings increase operational efficiency by reducing maintenance and renewal costs.
