Threading the needle to move the needle
Hong Kong’s textile and garment industry takes bold steps toward innovation, sustainability, and global relevance at its upcoming conference and showcase.
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Hong Kong’s textile and garment industry is entering a new chapter—one defined not by mass production, but by innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity. Once the backbone of the city’s post-war economy, employing over 30 per cent of the workforce in the 1950s, the industry laid the foundation for Hong Kong’s industrial rise. Today, it’s threading a new needle—one that weaves together design, technology, and transformation to move the industry forward in a fast-changing global landscape.
A full-day experience of insight and exchange
On 27 November 2025, the Textile Council of Hong Kong will present the Hong Kong Textile and Garment Industry Conference 2025 cum Mini Showcase at The Mills Fabrica in Tsuen Wan. Under the theme “Threading the Needle – Start with Innovation, Make it a Revolution”, this full-day hybrid event brings together a diverse community of industry professionals—from senior executives, designers, and manufacturers to craftsmen and emerging talents—to explore the future of fashion and textiles.
Funded by the Trade and Industrial Organisation Support Fund of the Trade and Industry Department, HKSAR Government, the conference will unveil the findings of Hong Kong Textile and Garment Industry Report, based on six months of interviews in 2025 with 10 leading enterprises from Hong Kong and neighbouring regions. These companies are at the forefront of five key transformational directions: cross-sector collaboration, product diversification, material innovation, technological advancement, and digitalisation. The report offers a timely perspective on how these forces are reshaping the textile and garment landscape, and how Hong Kong is positioned to lead this transformation.
The programme is designed to inform, inspire, and connect. Attendees will gain first-hand insights from industry leaders as they share practical strategies and experiences. The day features presentations of the report’s key findings, case studies from pioneering enterprises, and interactive discussion panels that invite participants to engage directly with speakers and peers. It’s a valuable opportunity to explore emerging trends, reimagine Hong Kong’s role as a global fashion and innovation hub, and build meaningful connections across the industry.
Innovation on display: the Mini Showcase
The Mini Showcase is held concurrently at The Mills Fabrica on 27 November. This curated exhibition will spotlight the technical strengths and creative ideas of over 10 enterprises. It offers attendees a close-up view of the capabilities and forward-thinking approaches driving Hong Kong’s textile and garment sector.
More than just a display, the Mini Showcase serves as a communication platform for stakeholders across the industry. Through the presentation of enterprise strengths and demonstrations of innovation, it provides Hong Kong SMEs with valuable insights into current production practices, emerging technologies, and potential pathways for product development. The showcase is designed to foster dialogue, spark collaboration, and highlight how local businesses are responding to global challenges with adaptability and vision.
For those eager to explore these innovations ahead of the conference—or unable to attend in person—the Mini Showcase is already open to the public at D2 Place ONE in Lai Chi Kok until 23 November. It’s an ideal opportunity to preview the ideas and technologies shaping the future of Hong Kong’s textile and garment industry.
Adapting to change
These conversations come at a time when Hong Kong’s textile and garment industry is evolving into a global innovation hub—propelled by digital technologies, sustainable practices, and data-driven design. Hong Kong Textile and Garment Industry Report highlights enterprise success stories, showing how innovation and cross-sector partnerships are redefining Hong Kong’s role as a sustainable, high-end design powerhouse in global fashion.
Join the conversation
“Threading the Needle – Start with Innovation, Make it a Revolution” is more than a conference—it’s a call to action. Whether you are a seasoned professional or an emerging designer, this event offers a rare opportunity to connect with peers, gain fresh insights, and be part of a collective movement shaping the next era of Hong Kong’s textile and garment industry.
The conference takes place on Thursday, 27 November 2025, from 9am to 6pm at The Mills Fabrica, 4/F, The Mills, 45 Pak Tin Par Street, Tsuen Wan. Admission is free, and the event will be conducted mainly in Cantonese, with both on-site and online participation available.
Disclaimer
Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material/event (or by members of the project team) do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or the Vetting Committee of the Trade and Industrial Organisation Support Fund.