China and India: Two Textile Powerhouses

From the report

What the differing market dynamics mean for members of the Swiss Textile Machinery Association

China and India are among the world’s most important textile manufacturing markets and have long been key destinations for Swiss textile machinery. However, their industrial structures, raw material bases and market dynamics differ considerably. These differences create distinct requirements and opportunities for Swiss suppliers of machinery, components and services. With ITMA Asia + CITME in Shanghai and ITME in Greater Noida, India, two major Asian textile machinery exhibitions will take place in late 2026.

China and India have extensive textile manufacturing capacities, large domestic markets and significant positions in international textile trade. Both countries are important markets for the Swiss textile machinery industry. Many Swiss companies have established a strong local presence through production facilities, sales and service organizations, reflecting their long-term commitment to these markets.