FUTURMODA: successful edition, international in scope
The 52nd edition of the international FUTURMODA fair was held on October 16th and 17th, 2024 in Hall 2 of the Fira Alacant, in Elche/Alicante.
This event, recognized for bringing together manufacturers of hides and skins, components, textiles and machinery for the footwear and leather goods sector, ended with positive results in terms of visitor volume and attraction of professionals from around the world.
In a space of more than 12,500 m², 187 exhibitors representing 286 brands presented the latest trends for the Autumn/Winter 2025-2026 season, focused on sustainability, innovation and internationalisation. This reinforces FUTURMODA's commitment to connecting technology and design, in favour of eco-design and responsible fashion.
With a participation made up of 67% national companies and 33% international, FUTURMODA reaffirmed its global character in this edition.
The exhibiting firms included representatives from Italy, France, Portugal and Germany, and attracted 3,160 visitors in total, according to the trade fair organisers.
Attendance came mainly from Europe, including Germany, Italy, Portugal, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and Ireland. In addition, there was the participation of professionals from China, India, the United States and Türkiye, as well as from the regions of South America and North Africa.
The president of FUTURMODA, José Antonio Ibarra, described this edition as a success, indicating that “it was better than expected, with more than 3,000 visitors from all over Europe, especially from Germany, France and Portugal. We have had the stands working at full capacity throughout the fair."
FUTURMODA strengthened its ties with the Valencian Institute of Competitiveness and Innovation (IVACE+i), facilitating the possibility for companies to internationalize and access advisory and financing services.
With the aim of companies from the Valencian Community increasing their presence in global markets, this collaboration included business meetings and trade missions. Thus, FUTURMODA consolidates its role as a platform for international expansion.
To address current topics, the Spanish supplier fair incorporated the Expert Forum, focusing on sustainability in the production of components for footwear, the effects of artificial intelligence in the industry and the circular economy.
In the FUTURMODA Green Planet area, the fair highlighted the commitment to sustainability by presenting a wide variety of eco-friendly products by 45% of the exhibiting firms. In this space, recycled textiles from palm tree prunings, biodegradable materials and products with international environmental certifications were exhibited.
In 2025, FUTURMODA is scheduled for March 12th and 13th. According to the president of the fair, this last edition showed the growing interest of manufacturers, and it is anticipated that the next event will continue to strengthen the role of the industry in the international market.
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