Today, at the SAMAB 2026 International Congress, the spotlight was on the manufacturing excellence of the Italian fashion supply chain: an industry worth €87.4 billion, including €40 billion generated by the apparel sector alone. The clothing manufacturing industry comprises nearly 37,100 active companies and employs more than 196,700 people
May 28, 2026
Discussions among institutions, industry leaders and innovation experts highlighted the strategic role of digital technologies in strengthening competitiveness, enhancing manufacturing processes and supporting the internationalization of the fashion manufacturing sector. SAMAB is already looking ahead to its next exhibition, scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 May 2027 at Fiera Milano Rho.