
February 2025: The 5th Dornbirn GFC Innovation Days invites startups, researchers, and early-stage innovators to showcase their groundbreaking ideas in the fiber industry. This event offers a unique opportunity to present innovations to industry leaders, investors, and global experts.
Key Details:
- Application Deadline: 31st March 2025
- Location: Dornbirn, Austria
Event Highlights:
Live Pitch Opportunities to an international audience.

- Networking with fiber producers, machine builders, and decision-makers.
- Access to 100+ Expert Presentations and industry insights.
- Dedicated Exhibition Space for showcasing innovations.
- Innovation Days Award for outstanding contributions.
- Free Access to all event activities, including the gala and networking evening.
Focus Topics for 2025:
- Carbon Stewardship: Biomass, recycling, and carbon capture for sustainability.
- Fiber Innovations: From production to application.
- Workwear & Protective Textiles: Advancing safety solutions.
- Cross-Industry Synergies: Innovations in energy, pulp, paper, and packaging.
Who Should Apply:
- Startups developing bio-based, recycled, or smart textiles.
- Researchers and Entrepreneurs with disruptive solutions.
- Companies seeking visibility and partnerships.
Upcoming Events in 2025:
- Dornbirn GFC ASIA / Korea: 3rd–4th April, Busan, South Korea.
- CRETE 2025 International Conference: 27th–31st May, Chania, Greece.
- 64th Dornbirn GFC & 5th Innovation Days: 10th–12th September, Dornbirn, Austria.
- Dornbirn GFC ASIA / India: 18th November, Mumbai, India.