From Circular Ambitions to Everyday Reality: YKK Nederland Returns to Circular Textile Days 2026

YKK Nederland will once again participate in Circular Textile Days 2026. Visitors can meet the YKK® team at Stand A12.

Across the textile industry, circularity is no longer a future ambition. It is quickly becoming an operational reality.

Growing regulatory requirements from government bodies, rising consumer expectations and calls for greater product traceability, durability, repairability and end-of-life planning are prompting companies across the textile industry to consider how circularity can work in practice.

Circular Textile Days is one of Europe’s leading business events for circular and sustainable textiles. It brings together the entire textile ecosystem, from designers and brands to manufacturers, recyclers, researchers and policymakers. The event offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, develop partnerships and build a network of contacts with the knowledge and expertise needed to address these challenges and work towards a circular textile future.

Through its participation, YKK® aims to contribute to the transition towards circular textiles and showcase practical solutions to these challenges.

Brands and manufacturers need practical ways to integrate circularity into product development, sourcing and day-to-day operations, including material selection, product longevity, repairability, recyclability and compliance.

At Stand A12, YKK will share its growing experience in these areas and present the latest developments in its ongoing work to support a more circular textile industry. Visitors will be able to discuss real-world challenges and exchange insights on repair, product durability, material choices, design considerations and the growing need for transparency throughout the supply chain.

"Progress is rarely driven by announcements alone. It is built through experience, collaboration and open dialogue. We see Circular Textile Days as an opportunity to have honest conversations about what works, what remains challenging and where the industry can move forward together." – Jan Cees van Baaren, Managing Director, YKK Nederland.

YKK welcomes professionals from workwear, personal protective equipment (PPE), fashion, outdoor, technical textiles and education to join the conversation. Because while circularity may still be a work in progress, the need to learn from one another has never been greater.

Event Information

• Event: Circular Textile Days 2026
• Dates: 30 September – 1 October 2026
• Location: Koepelhal, Tilburg, the Netherlands
• Stand: A12

About YKK

YKK® is a global leader in fastening solutions, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability. With operations in more than 70 countries and regions worldwide, YKK® provides, fastening products and architectural solutions that support a wide range of industries. As a long-standing partner to the sports, outdoor and apparel sectors, YKK® works closely with brands to develop high- performance products that enhance functionality, durability and design. Through continuous innovation and collaboration, YKK® helps shape the future of the industries it serves.