Mikhail Shpilkin, Chairman of the SOYUZLEGPROM Committee on Digital Printing and Textile Decoration, and co-founder of the journals "Digital Textile" and "Legprom Review", will moderate a discussion at the 20th Industry-Wide International Exhibition of Textile and Light Industry "Interfabric – 2026. Autumn".

The speaker will lead the expert session "Practical Experience of Russian Enterprises in Textile Printing and Decoration, and Their Suppliers" within the specialized "TechMash" salon of the exhibition.

The session will showcase real-world experience from Russian manufacturers in textile printing and decoration — ranging from unique technological solutions to minimal production lead times. Equipment and material suppliers will highlight new machinery and products already available and successfully operating in Russia.

Key topics to be covered during the expert session:

• Textile decoration technologies
• Successful implementations of new technologies (case studies of Russian enterprises)
• Russian digital textile printing companies: their specialization, capabilities, and the advantages of working with local manufacturers
• On-demand manufacturing, small product batches, personalization, and customization
• Sourcing designs and preparing layouts for textile and finished product manufacturing
• Optimal selection of natural and synthetic fabrics for digital printing
• Production and sales of personalized fashion apparel and merchandise
• Modern printing equipment for beginners, small businesses, and industrial enterprises

Additionally, Mikhail Shpilkin will speak at the plenary session, where he will discuss the creation and development of Russia's only print publication that professionally outlines the industry's development agenda and covers key sector events.

Discover everything you need to know about digital textile printing alongside the participants of the "Interfabric" exhibition!