BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: The organisers of the Textiles Recycling Expo are delighted to announce the launch of the Textiles Recycling Awards, an exciting new addition to next year’s event taking place on 24–25 June 2026 at Brussels Expo, Belgium.
Designed to celebrate innovation, leadership, and measurable impact, the Textiles Recycling Awards will recognise the individuals, companies, and collaborations shaping the future of circular textiles and advancing textile recycling.
The Awards Ceremony will take place live at the event on 25 June at 2pm in the Conference Theatre, bringing together industry professionals to honour the achievements that are driving change across the global textile value chain.
Award submissions close on 13 March 2026.
Award Categories:
- Retailer of the Year: Recognising retailers that are leading the way in promoting and delivering circular fashion practices.
- Product of the Year: Celebrating the most innovative products designed with recycling and sustainability at their core
- Textile Collection & Sorting Award: Honouring the most effective and impactful textile collection scheme and/or sorting facility.
- Textile Recycling Project of the Year: Recognising outstanding initiatives that scale textile recycling, from new facilities to collaborative projects.
- Innovation in Recycling Technology Award: Celebrating breakthroughs in machinery, equipment or processes that advance textile recycling effectiveness and efficiency.
- Rising Star Award: Recognising the next generation of leaders who are driving meaningful change in textile reuse and recycling.
Sponsorship Opportunities: In addition to entering the awards, companies can elevate their visibility by sponsoring an award category. Sponsorship provides a unique opportunity to align your brand with excellence in circular innovation and gain recognition across event marketing, digital platforms, and at the live ceremony.
“The Textiles Recycling Awards are about shining a light on the people and projects pushing the boundaries” said Zied Chetoui, Exhibition Manager, Textiles Recycling Expo. “As the industry moves toward a more circular future, it’s essential to recognise those leading the way, and to inspire others to follow.”
For more information about the awards, to submit an entry, or to enquire about sponsorship opportunities, visit: https://events.amiplastics.com/textiles-recycling-expo/textiles-recycling-awards
View the full website here: https://events.amiplastics.com/textiles-recycling-expo
