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Türkiye Among Top 5 Global Leaders in Home Textiles

Türkiye Among Top 5 Global Leaders in Home Textiles

Türkiye Ranks Fifth Globally in Home Textile Sector, Says Minister

Türkiye has strengthened its position as one of the world’s leading textile producers, ranking first in Europe and fifth globally in the home textile sector, according to Trade Minister Ömer Bolat.

The statement was made during the opening ceremony of the International Home Textiles Exhibition (HOMETEX) in Istanbul, one of the most important global events for the industry.

Strong Export Performance Across the Sector

Minister Bolat emphasized Türkiye’s growing export capacity in textiles and apparel, highlighting its global reach and consistent growth.

  • Türkiye holds a 2.6 percent share of global home textile exports
  • Home textile exports reached 767 million dollars in the first four months of the year
  • Textile and apparel products are exported to 211 countries worldwide

Türkiye’s global rankings in the textile industry include:

  • First in Europe in home textiles
  • Third in the European Union textile and apparel sector
  • Fifth globally in home textiles
  • Seventh globally in textile and apparel exports

Multi-Billion Dollar Export Industry

Türkiye’s textile and apparel sector continues to generate strong annual export results across multiple categories.

  • 31 billion dollars in total textile and apparel exports last year
  • 18.6 billion dollars in ready-to-wear clothing
  • 9.4 billion dollars in textiles
  • 3.2 billion dollars in home textiles
  • 2.9 billion dollars in carpets and floor coverings

According to the minister, export growth was recorded across all sectors, including textiles, clothing, leather, and footwear.

HOMETEX Exhibition Brings Global Industry Together

The 33rd edition of HOMETEX in Istanbul has become a key international meeting point for the home textiles industry.

  • Nearly 600 companies are participating
  • The exhibition covers approximately 200,000 square meters
  • About 250 business representatives from 45 countries are holding meetings with Turkish firms

The event focuses on creating new international trade partnerships and strengthening global cooperation in the textile industry.

Türkiye continues to expand its influence in global textile markets through strong production capacity, export diversity, and major international trade fairs.

The country’s steady growth in home textiles reflects its increasing importance in global supply chains and its ability to compete at the highest international level.

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