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INDEX 2026

Geneva Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland
19.05.2026 - 22.05.2026

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Everything You Need to Know about INDEX 2026

From 19th to 22nd May 2026, INDEX 2026, the industry's top global trade fair for the nonwovens industry, once again will be hosted by Palexpo Geneva. This world-class exhibition, convened once every three years, brings together all industry stakeholders to exhibit, discover, and exchange the latest advancements in nonwoven materials, technologies, and end-use applications.

Next edition is expected to welcome 700+ exhibitors and more than 12,000 trade visitors from more than 100 countries and be the ideal focal point for the world’s decision-makers, engineers, and buyers who shape the industry’s future.

What You Can Expect at INDEX 2026

The trade fair covers the entire spectrum of the nonwovens supply chain with solutions from raw materials to end uses.

Key industry sectors covered are:

  • High-performance nonwoven raw materials including fibres, polymers,
  • Converting equipment & production equipment
  • Products for hygiene, medicine, & personal care
  • Automotive application, geotextiles application, & filtration application
  • Environmental materials, technologies for recycling, & green-focused solutions

This wide-ranging spectrum enables visitors to learn about fresh sources of supply, newest technologies and gain a general understanding of the global nonwovens industry all in one place.

Highlights of the Event

INDEX is more than just a gathering; it offers exchange of knowledge and collaboration for people interested in the whole sector.

What’s new about the 2026 edition is:

  • Innovation Lab, in which the latest product innovations are displayed
  • Market & industry presentations on developments, sustainability, & technical advancements
  • INDEX™ Innovation Awards that celebrate exceptional industry contributions
  • Processing techniques & machinery operation demonstrations in real time

These new additions to the side program make will greatly benefit professionals looking for inspiration, collaborative opportunities, and hands-on understanding of the next-generation nonwoven technologies.

Book Your Hotel Now for INDEX 2026

As there will be thousands of visitors in Geneva during the exhibition periods, hotel rooms around Palexpo get booked well in advance.

Fair Point provides customised travel arrangements, comprising:

  • Booked hotel accommodations close to the venue
  • Group and individual travellers preferred corporate rates
  • Flexibility in bookings based on differing budgets
  • Individualised assistance before and on your trip

Request a free hotel quote today and book the most appropriate INDEX 2026 hotel accommodations for your attendance.

Facts & Figures

Check out these essential facts about the trade fair here to save time!

Venue: Geneva Palexpo
Founded in: 1973
Industry: Textiles, Fabrics and Home Textiles, Textile and Clothing Machinery
Frequency: Triennially
Where: Geneva, Switzerland

Directions

Airport: Genève Aéroport, 2km
Railway station: Genève, Cornavin, 4km

How to get to Geneva Palexpo

By Rail

Geneva Airport Railway Station connects to the city via EXT, IC, ICN, IR and RE trains. The trip takes around 6 minutes.

By Bus

  • Bus lines 5, 28 and Y to Palexpo Arena bus stop. Major bus stops for bus line 5:
    • Geneve, Place de Neuve
    • Geneve, Coutance

By Car

You can reach Palexpo exhibition centre via the A1 motorway. From the city centre you can reach the trade fair via "Route de Ferney" main road.

GPS coordinates: latitude 46.236420 ; longitude 6.116876

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