The Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) is inviting researchers, experts, manufacturers, and practitioners to submit papers for the 64th edition, taking place in September 2025. This congress offers a platform to present cutting-edge research and innovations that will shape the future of the fiber and textile industries.
We welcome submissions on the following topics:
1. Work- & Protective Wear, Defense
This session will explore the growing need for lightweight, high-performance materials that provide enhanced protection against hazards such as heat, flames, electric arcs, nuclear, biological, chemical, and ballistic threats. Contributions can focus on:
- Smart textiles providing real-time data for first responders (e.g., firefighters, soldiers, police, industrial workers)
- Flame-resistant fabrics for multi-risk environments, combining protection with flexibility and comfort
- Sustainability in production, eco-friendly materials, and recycling innovations for workwear and protective apparel
2. Carbon Stewardship: Harnessing Biomass, Recycling & Capture for a Sustainable Future
This session will cover circular economy strategies aimed at reducing the carbon footprint in the fiber and textile industry. Topics of interest include:
- Use of sustainable biomass in textile productionI
- nnovations in post-consumer textile recycling and chemical recycling methods
- Carbon capture technologies integrated across the value chain
- Development of carbon-negative materials and large-scale implementation of circular systems
3. Fiber Innovations: From Production to Application
This session will bring together fiber producers, processors, and end-users to discuss cutting-edge fiber technologies. Submissions are encouraged on:
- Biopolymer & Natural Fibers: Innovations in bio-based polymers and natural fibers for textiles, packaging, and industrial applications, focusing on performance, sustainability, and scalabilityTextile Processing & Application: Advances in textile production techniques, dyeing technologies, and sustainable finishing processes that reduce environmental impactNonwoven Processing & Application: Innovations in nonwoven technologies for applications in filtration, hygiene, medical textiles, and construction, with an emphasis on sustainable production methods
4. Cross-Industry Session
This session aims to foster collaboration between the textile industry and other sectors. Topics of interest include:
- Energy Transition: Strategies for integrating renewable energy and improving energy efficiency in textile production, with case studies on solar, wind, and bioenergy adoption
- Pulp, Paper & Packaging Innovations: Developments in sustainable cellulose-based fibers, the integration of recycled paper into fiber solutions, and advances in eco-friendly packaging material. Development of cellulosic and synthetic-based fibers, integration of recycled materials into fiber solutions, advances in environmentally friendly packaging materials.
Join us at the Dornbirn GFC 2025 and contribute your insights on these forward-thinking topics. Help shape the future of the fiber and textile industries with your innovative research and ideas!
More information about the topics: https://www.dornbirn-gfc.com/de/call-for-papers-dornbirn-gfc-2025
