We are a dynamic, proactive, and efficient group comprising 42 members hailing from over 20 countries, each bringing diverse backgrounds and experiences from various regions. The strength of our network lies in harnessing regional expertise to empower SMEs, fostering international synergies through the Network.

Our primary focus is on optimizing the utilization of EEN services to benefit our clients. The SGT (Sectoral Group Team) strategically selects and coordinates international events, including B2Bs, Company Missions, international exhibitions, Fairs, and Sectoral Congresses, along with tailor-made training sessions. These initiatives are carefully curated to align with the specific needs of our clients, ensuring a smart and effective approach to international collaboration

We organize many international events and activities (b2b/Company mission/workshops/trainings) providing specific services on different topics and creating synergies with international sectoral stakeholders (EURATEX, MAC ARTHUR FOUNDATION, EUROPEAN FASHION ALLIANCE, ETP, DG GROW, EISMEA + sectoral clusters , international partners from non-EU and EU countries)

Actions could be related to :

• partner search action

• brokerage events organized alongside international fairs or Exhibitions and Congresses where to meet peers to create business agreements, specific trainings on sectoral policies

• company missions 

• information on European funding opportunities

• sustainability new guidelines

• innovation and sustainability check

• activities about how to internationalize the business

• details on specific European programmes  to help clients to compete and to create relevant connections worldwide with EU and no EU new clients/ companies. 

How we can help you

Our  experts addresses various issues within the textile ecosystem, encompassing the transformation of natural (e.g., cotton, flax, wool), manmade, and artificial (synthetic polyester and viscose) fibers into yarns and fabrics. It extends to the production of yarns, home textiles, industrial filters, technical textiles, carpets, clothing, footwear, leather, and the broader fashion segment, including clothing and fashion accessories.

Or experts support manufacturers, fashion brands, retailers helping them to innovate, discovering new trends, the latest technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), block chain, solutions that go from linear to circular economy, optical fibres and 3D printing and European policies to be more competitive. 

• Finding clients and co-operation partners for your products and processes. 

• Finding innovative technological solutions for your product development.

• Promoting your innovative technologies. 

• Arranging meetings with potential partners at brokerage events 

• Finding potential partners through company missions 

• Learning about EU programmes and how to apply for grant

Services provided by the Experts are mainly addressed to fashion Designers , innovative fashion brands and startups and young entrepreneurs, manufacturing companies, innovation clusters and suppliers.