MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

As we finalize our preparations for the 6th edition of the "TechXtile Challenge Design Competition," which plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of innovation in the textile industry, our excitement remains as high as on the first day. Once again this year, we will bring together aspiring entrepreneurs with creative ideas, provide a platform for their ideas to flourish, support them in further developing their concepts through the training we offer, and ultimately connect them with the industry.

We are proud and delighted to carry out this program focused on Turkey’s textile sector.

The primary goal of the "TechXtile Challenge Design Competition" is to contribute to the creation of a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in our sector by integrating new technologies and methods into production systems to boost value-added exports and support the design of innovative products. It also aims to strengthen university-industry collaboration, ensure its sustainability, and help our country’s exporters introduce unique products to global markets.

TechXtile has evolved beyond being merely a competition; it has become a dynamic platform offering high-quality training, mentoring, direct meetings with business professionals and investors, and fostering collaborations. This structure, shaped by the sector's needs, continues to expand. Our growth each year and the outcomes we achieve are indicators of the correctness of our efforts. We believe that the significant dedication, accumulated knowledge, invaluable support from our stakeholders, and well-calculated steps have led us to success in such a short time.

Our greatest aspiration is to contribute to the development of our entrepreneurs and sector, leading the way for innovative ideas to come to life in the face of increasing competition and ever-changing market conditions. By supporting practical, measurable, and trade surplus-generating ideas that address the industry's challenges with groundbreaking technologies, we aim to enhance Turkey's economy.

Focused on "Initiatives/Designs and Collaborations That Create Value in Technological Fields," the "TechXtile Challenge Design Competition" features projects that will directly benefit the textile industry. I wish success to all our candidates in this year’s competition and extend my gratitude to all our stakeholders, institutions, and organizations that have supported us on this journey as we hold the program for the sixth time.

Pınar TAŞDELEN ENGİN Chairwoman of the Board