FilandFit 2026 15.10.2026 Morning

FilandFit 2026 · 15 October 2026 · Morning · The Trade Fair for Textile Professionals · Museu Can Marfà · Mataró, Barcelona · Day 1

On Thursday 15 October, FIL & FIT will host two networking activities, each with clearly defined objectives and target audiences.

10:30 a.m. — Business Breakfast and Networking Round for Exhibitors and ASEGEMA Member Companies (Exclusive) · Duration: 1 hour

The day will begin with a business breakfast and networking round exclusively for FIL & FIT exhibitors and ASEGEMA member companies.

Through a structured business introduction and networking format, participants will be able to identify complementary capabilities, share business needs and explore potential areas for collaboration.

The aim is to strengthen relationships between companies taking part in the event and those within the ASEGEMA business network by facilitating:

• A better understanding of each company’s activities.
• The identification of complementary products and services.
• Collaboration between exhibitors.
• The development of joint projects.
• New referral and business opportunities.

This session is not open to the general public.

Important: participants should arrive between 10:00 and 10:15 a.m.
Advance registration required. Maximum capacity: 75 participants.
Access is strictly reserved for FIL & FIT exhibitors and ASEGEMA member companies.

12:00 noon — Gettingcontacts Session: New Customers, Partners and Business Opportunities

At 12:00 noon, the first Gettingcontacts session of the fair will take place. It is open to companies, professionals, entrepreneurs and organisations from all sectors, whether or not they are directly involved in the textile industry.

The session is designed to facilitate meaningful business contacts, identify new commercial opportunities and encourage the development of projects between companies operating in different areas.

Participants may include:

• Manufacturers and brands.
• Designers and workshops.
• Garment, textile, spinning and finishing companies.
• Raw material and component suppliers.
• Machinery and technology companies.
• Logistics and transport providers.
• Distributors and sales agents.
• Retailers and commercial businesses.
• Marketing, communications and e-commerce companies.
• Consultancy firms and professional service providers.
• Sustainability, recycling and circular economy businesses.
• Training centres and business organisations.
• Professionals and companies interested in developing new projects.

Networking Focused on Genuine Business Opportunities

The 12:00 noon session will follow the Gettingcontacts methodology, designed to facilitate high-quality business meetings and connect companies with complementary commercial interests.

Advance registration will enable the organisers to understand each participant’s business activity, offering and requirements, helping to improve the relevance of contacts and the effectiveness of the meetings.

Come with an Objective. Leave with New Contacts and Opportunities.

• Identify new customers.
• Find suitable suppliers.
• Expand your commercial network.
• Recruit distributors or sales agents.
• Present products and services.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Develop new projects.
• Access new markets and sales channels.
• Connect with complementary businesses.
• Build long-term commercial relationships.

Why Attend?

Because business development is not simply about meeting more companies. It is about connecting with organisations that can become customers, suppliers, partners, distributors or project collaborators.

FIL & FIT will bring together companies and professionals who are ready to share opportunities, establish commercial relationships and develop new avenues for growth.

Practical Information

Date: Thursday 15 October 2026

10:30 a.m.: Business Breakfast and Networking Round exclusively for FIL & FIT exhibitors and ASEGEMA member companies.

12:00 noon: Open networking session for companies and professionals from all sectors.

Advance registration is required for the 12:00 noon networking session.

Maximum capacity: 75 places. Advance registration is compulsory.

Register for the FIL & FIT Business Networking Session

Expand your commercial network, present your company and connect with new customers, suppliers, partners and business opportunities.