IGATEX Pakistan 2016 The 9 th International Garment, Textile & Leather Machinery & Accessories Exhibition & Conference 20 th to 23 rd April 2016Lahore Expo Center One Source, Infinite Opportunities

Introduction of IGATEX Pakistan is considered as one of the top 10 textile exporting countries of the world and the 4th largest producer of cotton yarn and cloth, and the 3rd largest player in Asia with a spinning capacity of 5% of total world production. IGATEX Pakistan 2016 would be a professionally enriching experience for textile machinery manufacturers, providing them an opportunity to directly market their equipment to quality buyers and decision makers in an exceeding competitive global business environment. The show will include working and stand alone demonstrations of various cutting edge industry tools and technology. Technical Seminar An added opportunity for exhibitors to present or demonstrate their latest technology and product innovation in greater depth to buyers and visitors from the local garment factories and textile mills. Pioneer & trendsetting exhibition in introducing Textile Machinery & Technology in Pakistan Regional Visitors Targeted publicity and promotional programs will be implemented to attract attention and participation from the international and local visitors, exhibitors get maximum mileage from their participation. Business To Business Match- Making Exhibitors and buyers get to choose who they wish to meet with before the exhibition and maximize networking opportunities through the online Business Match-Making services.

Pakistan Textile Industry Pakistan is the 4th largest producer of cotton and contributes 5% to the global spinning capacity after China and India. Pakistan’s textile industry consists of large scale organized sector and highly fragmented cottage/medium and small units. Organized sector includes large number of spinning units (472) and a small number of composite units (43). The rest of the downstream industry chain – finishing, made-up, garments, towel and hosiery – having a great export potential, is largely segmented in unorganized sector. Apart from being the mainstay of Pakistan’s exports, the sector also represents the principal employment-generating avenue in the organized and large scale industrial segment. Textile Industry has a total share of 8.5% in current GDP of Pakistan Pakistan enjoys 2% of total share in the International Textile Trade with billion USD exports.

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Why Exhibit ▪ Launch your brand, capability and product internationally. ▪ Negotiate contracts with regional and focused business areas where your objectives can be met. ▪ Introduce your latest technology, machinery and equipments of all types under one roof in order to attract new leads. ▪ Get new way forward for your business and commercial activities with maximum buying & trading cycle.

▪ Accessories for Textile Machinery ▪ Apparel Machinery & Accessories ▪ Auxiliary Equipment ▪ Circular Knitting Machinery ▪ Cloth Processing Machinery & Accessories ▪ Embroidery Machines ▪ Cutting and Laying Machines ▪ Garment Accessories ▪ Knitwear Equipment & Machinery ▪ Looms Machinery ▪ Sewing Machines – Industrial & Household Exhibitors Profile

Why Visit ▪ Get the updated information, research and tools of productions and development. ▪ Increase your pace of learning, observations, business intelligence and trends of new machines and innovations in the industry. ▪ An organized and targeted forum on Textile sector that shows you the depth, market dynamics, size and potential investment and trading opportunities in Pakistan

▪ Textile & Garments ▪ Knitwear ▪ Spinning ▪ Weaving ▪ Ginning ▪ Composite ▪ Finishing ▪ Terry Towels ▪ Laundry ▪ Canvas Visitor Profile ▪ Leather Goods & Shoes ▪ Manufacturers & Suppliers of Textile ▪ Garment and Apparel

WHY PAKISTAN? With immense potential in textile sector, Pakistan is situated in geo-strategic location with emerging economy. Bi-lateral and Tri-lateral engagements in textile sector paid much potential in investment opportunities.

Venue Address: 1-A, Johar Town, Shahrah-E-Expo, Lahore, Pakistan

Why Lahore Expo Center? Lahore International Expo Center is providing a platform of international standard to the manufacturers, exporters, traders and service providers to effectively introduce and market their products and services. It has two big halls with total area of 40,000 SQM each. Facilities includes the meeting rooms, organizer offices, conference rooms and washrooms.

IGATEX 2016 Projections Net Area (SQM) 21,000 No. Of Exhibitors 550 No. Of Visitors 40,000 No. Of Countries 35

With confirmed participation from 35 countries making it one of the largest and most anticipated event in the region.

40,000 Visitors Whoa! That’s a big number! 100% Total Success!

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About the Organizer Head Office: 304, 3rd Floor, Clifton Centre, Block-5, Clifton, Karachi-75600, Pakistan. Phone: (+92) Fax: (+92) Website: FAKT EXHIBITIONS (PVT.) LTD. is the leading trade exhibition organization company from Pakistan, having the vast experience and exposure in shaping the exhibitions as the most accredited platform beneficial for trade and business, with its offices in Karachi and Lahore and associates in China, Singapore, Taiwan & Turkey.