Shanghai, 25 November 2025. The highly anticipated Texcare Asia & China Laundry Expo (TXCA & CLE) concluded its 2025 edition on a positive note, further solidifying its reputation as Asia’s premier trade fair for the textile care industry. Held from 12 – 14 November 2025 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), the event brought together 292 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions, 30,818 visitors from 96 countries and regions, the total number of visitors increased by 7.4% year-on-year compared with the previous edition.
TXCA & CLE 2025 earned widespread praise for its role in connecting the global textile care community and showcasing transformative technologies in automation, artificial intelligence (AI), energy conservation, and environmental protection. Its growing international influence was evident, with exhibitors and visitors alike commending the show as a vital platform for innovation and collaboration in the industry.
TXCA & CLE’s increasing global reach and international influence
The 2025 edition witnessed a significant increase in international exhibitors, with nearly 40 global brands participating. Companies from markets such as Germany, the US, Italy, Japan, Spain, Switzerland contributed to the show’s diverse international scope.
Additionally, the number of overseas visitors at this year’s exhibition reached 2,704, a 30.9% year-on-year increase from the previous edition. A notable rise in visitors from Poland, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, and ASEAN countries highlighted TXCA & CLE’s expanding role as a global hub for collaboration and innovation in the textile care industry.
Reflecting on this success, Mr Richard Li, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd, remarked: “This year’s TXCA & CLE has reaffirmed its position as a key global platform for driving innovation and collaboration in the textile care industry. By connecting the Chinese laundry and dyeing industry with international markets, the fair has fostered valuable partnerships and opened up new business opportunities that drive the industry’s global growth. As part of Messe Frankfurt’s global Texcare network, we remain committed to supporting the industry and fostering sustainable development for years to come.”
Unveiling the future of textile care technologies
The exhibition floor was alive with innovative concepts and solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of the textile care industry. From AI-enabled automation to energy and water-saving technologies and eco-friendly systems, exhibitors showcased products that emphasised sustainability, efficiency, and cutting-edge advancements. This year, renowned global brands such as Asahi, CLM, Eliza, Haier, Jensen, Kannegiesser, Oasis, Sankosha, Sea-Lion, Sunshine, Unisec, and Weishi presented their latest innovations, while nearly 70 new exhibitors brought fresh energy with groundbreaking developments in textile rental, resource recycling, and next-generation disinfection systems.
The exhibition’s concurrent forums and events featured prominent speakers and participants, providing valuable insights into emerging trends, addressing pressing challenges, and exploring opportunities for collaboration. These sessions further reinforced the event’s role as a critical knowledge-sharing platform, fostering innovation and driving the industry forward.
Ms Xiuping Han, Managing Director of Unifair Exhibition Service Co Ltd, reflected on the event’s success, saying: “This year’s exhibition has demonstrated the industry’s strong commitment to innovation and sustainability. By bringing together global expertise and cutting-edge technologies, TXCA & CLE continues to drive transformation within the textile care sector and create invaluable opportunities for growth and collaboration.”
Exhibitor feedback: A valuable platform for collaboration
Exhibitors highlighted TXCA & CLE’s role in fostering meaningful connections with high-quality buyers and industry professionals. Many noted the diverse international presence as a key highlight of this year’s show.
“TXCA & CLE revealed key shifts in the market. First, there is a strong demand for innovative products, particularly newly launched shoe washers and dryers, which effectively address niche needs that traditional washing machines cannot fulfil. Second, there is greater emphasis on intelligent solutions and integrated systems, such as customised payment systems and platform integration for the Southeast Asian market, which successfully resolve local operational and payment challenges. Third, buyers have higher expectations for product design and performance. The show brought together numerous experts and buyers, providing exhibitors with a critical platform to identify trends and understand user needs.”
Mr Wei Zheng, General Manager, Haier Professional Laundry
“TXCA & CLE provides an invaluable platform to connect with customers face-to-face, fostering in-depth discussions and showcasing tangible solutions tailored to their specific needs. In today’s digital age, with the abundance of online platforms and social media, bringing people together physically remains essential. The show enables us to present our latest developments, engage in detailed conversations, and demonstrate real solutions for customers’ laundries. It’s not just about meeting one salesperson but interacting with our entire team and experiencing our full range of innovations firsthand. This is why we continue to participate in Texcare, both in Europe and here in China, as it remains a crucial space for meaningful collaboration and progress.”
Mr Bert Debevere, Director Business Region V, Jensen Group
“My goal in attending the show was to showcase our latest digital management concepts and unmanned equipment, highlighting the strength of China’s laundry manufacturing industry. This year, we featured intelligent ironing lines, pickers, laundry cart systems, finishing systems, washing machines, and dryers, all designed with smart upgrades, energy efficiency, and emission reduction in mind. The exhibition attracted high-quality attendees from around the world and fostered deep exchanges, with strong interest in innovative technologies. As the industry’s most important event, we prioritise participating every year and remain committed to supporting its continued growth and success.”
Mr Louis Lu, Director of International Department, Jiangsu Chuandao Washing Machinery Technology Co Ltd
“The TXCA & CLE is an incredibly important event for the laundry industry, providing an excellent platform and opportunity to showcase new products and connect with customers from around the world. Over the past two days, our booth has been visited by many people, both from China and abroad. More than half were overseas buyers from countries such as the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and various European nations. They showed great interest in our products, and we had in-depth discussions, introducing them to Sea-Lion’s green technologies.”
Mr Aaron Zhang, General Manager, Jiangsu Sea-Lion Machinery Co Ltd
“Sankosha has always placed great importance on the development of China’s laundry industry and has actively participated in TXCA & CLE for many years. By participating, we have not only strengthened relationships with existing customers but also attracted a significant number of new domestic and international clients. This year, we signed multiple cooperation agreements on-site and received numerous overseas procurement inquiries, reflecting the growing international influence of the show. TXCA & CLE serves as a key platform for industry exchange and cooperation, fostering in-depth communication and joint development among peers. It plays an irreplaceable role in promoting industry innovation and resource integration, with remarkable results.”
Mr Chunfan Zhang, General Manager, Sankosha (Dalian) Co Ltd
“At TXCA & CLE 2025, Weishi gained wide attention from domestic and foreign customers with its integrated solutions for automation, intelligence and digitalisation. Amid the growing global manufacturing demand for ‘fewer workers and unmanned operations’, Weishi has been highly recognised for its performance in efficiency improvement, energy saving and labour cost reduction. I have observed a marked increase in international participation, attracting buyers from Europe, South America, Southeast Asia, and other regions. Nearly 20 orders were signed on-site, exceeding our expectations and underscoring the growing international influence of TXCA & CLE.”
Mr Weiqiang Lu, General Manager, Shanghai Weishi Machinery Co Ltd
Visitor feedback: A hub for innovation and global connections
This year, delegations from over 40 industry associations and over 10 countries and regions attended the exhibition, demonstrating its global appeal. Groups from Poland, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Hong Kong were among those contributing to the vibrant exchange of ideas on the show floor.
“Our delegation of around 60 professionals from the Polish laundry industry found this trip to be a great success. It provided an excellent opportunity to explore new technologies, compare the European and Chinese markets, and discover solutions tailored to our business needs. We were particularly impressed by the innovations in ironing and washing machines, which are key to our industry. Overall, the trip offered invaluable insights and opportunities for further growth and collaboration.”
Mr Karol Tomczak, President, Polish Laundries Association
“TXCA & CLE has been an incredible experience for our 15-member team from the DLAI-Dry Cleaners & Launderers Association of India, as we explored the latest technologies in China to identify innovations that can enhance our industry back home. The show has impressed us with its wide range of new companies, machines, packaging solutions, and accessories, which are invaluable for learning and potentially adopting to drive progress in our home market. Overall, our group is highly satisfied with the experience, and I look forward to returning. I will also encourage my colleagues in India to attend future editions as this platform offers invaluable opportunities to learn, build relationships, and discover innovations that can shape the future of our industry.”
Mr Ravi Raghav, Chief Executive Officer, LaundroKart.com
“This year’s fair was a great success, with a bustling atmosphere and the debut of several cutting-edge devices, showcasing the industry’s continued advancements in automation and AI applications. This year, we organised over 100 members to attend the exhibition. Going forward, we will continue to encourage members to actively participate and work together to promote the sustainable development of the laundry industry.”
Mr Heping Dai, President, Hebei Laundry Industry Association / Medical Laundry and Cleaning Professional Committee of the National Association of Health Industry and Enterprise Management
“This year’s TXCA & CLE has significantly enhanced its level of internationalisation, with a noticeable increase in foreign participation, reflecting the growing global attention and demand for Chinese-manufactured products. As a key platform for industry exchange, TXCA & CLE continues to play an active role in promoting industry development. Each year, the event attracts numerous entrepreneurs and managers, offering a concentrated display of cutting-edge products and technological trends. It serves as an efficient window for industry professionals to stay informed about market dynamics and identify innovation opportunities. This year, the Chongqing Washing and Dyeing Association organised more than 30 companies with around 50 attendees to visit the expo, and the overall feedback from participants has been highly positive.”
Mr Yongjun Zhang, President, Chongqing Washing and Dyeing Association
Texcare Asia & China Laundry Expo is an annual event organised by the Laundry Committee of China General Chamber of Commerce and the China Light Industry Machinery Association, as well as Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and Unifair Exhibition Service Co Ltd. The next edition will take place from 21 – 23 September 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The show is part of Messe Frankfurt’s textile care events.
