British Textile Machinery Gains Momentum in India

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is focusing on the upcoming India ITME 2026 exhibition as a key opportunity to strengthen industrial partnerships and expand exports. This initiative follows the introduction of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement and the establishment of the UK-India Textile Machinery Coalition (UKITMC).

Scheduled for December 4-9 at the India Exposition Mart in Greater Noida, the exhibition is expected to feature over 1,800 exhibitors and attract around 150,000 visitors, underscoring India's significance as a major textile manufacturing market.

The Free Trade Agreement, effective since July 2026, is anticipated to enhance market access for British engineering and technology suppliers, while supporting the growth of India's textile and apparel sectors. The BTMA's UKITMC aims to foster cooperation between machinery manufacturers in both countries, promote technology exchange, and create new commercial opportunities.

BTMA CEO Jason Kent emphasizes that India presents substantial opportunities for British textile machinery manufacturers, especially as the Indian textile industry advances towards greater automation and sustainable production. Recent product innovations from BTMA members will be showcased at the event, highlighting British expertise in various areas of textile manufacturing.