The theme for this Convention is Insights into New Opportunities. The event will be held at one of Mumbai’s premier hotels, the Trident Nariman Point. All international delegates can now register through the dedicated Convention website.

Programme and speakers

The Mumbai Convention will cover a broad range of global strategic issues such as sourcing, retailing, technology, denim and branding.

Speakers that are confirmed include denim guru Adriano Goldschmied and representatives of such world renowned apparel companies as VF, Bestseller, Tommy Hilfiger, Arvind, TAL and G-Star, associations from Bangladesh and Africa, and global apparel industry specialists as WGSN, Alvanon and the Cotton Council.

Indian apparel markets

The Convention combines a global outlook with a closer look at the host country, India, organisers report. According to IAF, India’s fast growing markets offers many opportunities but good insights are required to capitalize on the them.

Traditionally, IAF Conventions feature a variety of programme highlights apart from the conference part of the event. The Convention provides social activities and good opportunities for networking within the global apparel industry network. This year, delegates will also be treated to a Golf Tournament, a welcome reception, a gala dinner and a Mumbai retail tour. The experience can be extended with an extra study and leisure tour to Goa.

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