Apr 8–11, 2026 — Lahore: IGATEX Pakistan 2026 – International Garment, Textile Machinery & Accessories Exhibition

IGATEX Pakistan remains a key event for Asia’s textile machinery ecosystem. Over four days, it will feature machinery demonstrations, new production technologies, automation solutions, and sustainable textile innovations. The event attracts key decision-makers, from factory owners and technical managers to exporters and trade delegates, creating high-impact networking and commercial outcomes.

Sept 19–21, 2026 — Sialkot: Textile Asia International Fair – Sialkot 2026

Focusing on weaving and spinning technologies, textile machinery, and allied services, this industry fair targets manufacturers, wholesalers, marketing professionals, and corporate buyers. The fair complements major industry gatherings and strengthens local and regional engagement in textile production technology and allied product supply chains.

Dec 5–7, 2026 — Karachi: Textile Asia International Fair – Karachi 2026

Later in the year, the Textile Asia series returns to Karachi, offering a comprehensive display of textile machines, raw materials, accessories, dyes & chemicals, and power-loom-related technologies. This winter exhibition is tailored for manufacturers, dealers, media, and corporate strategists seeking modernisation and productivity insights in textile manufacturing.

Nov 22–24, 2025 — Lahore: Textile Asia International Exhibition – Lahore 2025

A major sector-focused exhibition that unites textile equipment manufacturers, accessory suppliers, and raw material producers. Exhibitors will present everything from garment production machines to textile dyes and finishing technologies. With thousands of visitors expected, this tri-day showcase offers opportunities for business matchmaking, new product introductions, and strategic B2B meetings.

Daily: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Lahore Expo Centre, Pakistan

Aug 2, 2025 — Faisalabad: Power-loom workers rally

Large demonstration on wages and social security in Sadhar industrial area; shows continuing pressure on costs across the cluster.

Jun 19, 2025 — Faisalabad: Minimum-wage protest (sector-wide)

Power-loom workers protested proposed Rs40,000 minimum wage in the Punjab budget; owners flagged sustainability concerns under high energy costs.

Nov 18, 2024 — National: 50,000 looms shut in two years

Deputy secretary of the All-Pakistan Cotton Power Looms Association reported closures and job losses, urging corrective policy on energy and inputs.

Sept 10, 2024 — Faisalabad: 1,000 power-loom units shut

Over a thousand units halted operations due to mill closures and tariff hikes; APPLA chapters engaged with authorities for relief.

Oct 10, 2024 — Faisalabad: Looms’ crisis amid soaring bills

Sector analysis highlighted electricity bills and raw-material costs as key drivers of shutdowns.

Jul 28, 2023 — Sector alert: Tariff surge hits weaving

Reported closures and layoffs in Faisalabad due to raised tariffs and yarn prices; APPLA brief called for predictable tariff policy.

Sept 2022–2023 — Faisalabad district actions

Owner-body leaders warned of 2,700+ factory closures linked to electricity tariffs; media briefed by APPLA representatives.

Aug 1–17, 2022 — Faisalabad: Sector-wide strikes

Tens of thousands of power-loom workers mobilized for wage and social security coverage; owners and labour groups held negotiations.

Nov 15–16, 2021 — Multan: Hunger-strike & protest

APPLA leadership led demonstrations against inflation and high energy/fuel prices, threatening a march to Islamabad.

Feb 5, 2019 — Sector crisis briefings

Industry reports cited 300,000+ looms historically, ~250,000 operating, with ongoing shutdowns; APPLA staged protests over costs.

Aug 2019 — APPLA Convention

Association social channels announced a convention to consolidate demands on tariffs and yarn in South Punjab.

Mar 10, 2017 — Multan: APPLA bailout demand

APPLA warned that 70% of looms had halted due to expensive electricity and yarn; called for Rs6/unit dedicated tariff and a national convention.

Jul 3, 2017 — Jhang: APPLA meeting & strike call

APPLA President Waheed Khaliq Ramay announced continued strike to protest extortion/crime targeting loom owners.

Mar 29–30, 2010 — Nationwide strike call

APPLA announced a shutdown over tariffs, load-shedding, and yarn shortages; threatened civil disobedience absent relief.