Functional Fabric Fair, powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS, announced a new partnership with the Future Fabrics Expo (FFE). This strategic collaboration will bring together two global platforms with a unified mission of:
- Spotlighting innovation in functional textiles.
- Accelerating sustainable solutions.
- Inspiring progress across the textile industry.
The partnership will debut during the Summer 2025 edition of Functional Fabric Fair, Jul. 21–23 at the Javits Center in New York City. This event will kick off with the new day 0 sustainability workshop on Monday, Jul. 21.
Future Fabrics Expo will have a dedicated space near the Functional Fabric Fair exhibition hall, showcasing its Innovation Hub curated selection of innovative and next gen materials. FFE will also contribute to the education program, with a presentation during the expert talks series.
This collaboration also marks the beginning of an ongoing international initiative, which will launch at Future Fabrics Expo, Jun. 24-25 in London. There, PERFORMANCE DAYS and Functional Fabric Fair will sponsor FFE’s innovation hub. Later in 2025, FFE will also partner in curating companies and products with the innovation hub at Functional Fabric Fair Portland, and will be featured at additional PERFORMANCE DAYS events in Munich and Shanghai.
“Future Fabrics Expo has long been a global leader in responsible material innovation, bringing together true innovators, chemists and visionaries,” said Steve McCullough, event VP. “We’re proud to provide a new platform for their work in New York and Portland. As demand for sustainable, performance-driven materials continues to rise, we’re creating stronger, more inclusive events that foster meaningful connections and drive real impact across the supply chain.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Functional Fabric Fair and PERFORMANCE DAYS,” said Nina Marenzi, the founder and CEO of The Sustainable Angle and Future Fabrics Expo. “This partnership allows FFE to reach new audiences and expand our presence globally. It also reflects our commitment to supporting nature-positive, decarbonized supply chains through innovation. Together, we aim to make sustainable materials more accessible and actionable for fashion and textile professionals worldwide.”
