The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment for the global fashion and textile industry. With the EU’s ESPR, CS3D and comprehensive textile strategy approaching full implementation, traceability, transparency, low-carbon production and circularity have become key competitive parameters rather than simple compliance requirements.
Türkiye, with its integrated production capacity, engineering strength, high quality standards and sustainability-focused investments, continues to stand out as a preferred innovation and production partner for global brands.
Against this backdrop, the 6th Sustainability Talks Istanbul will take place on December 9, 2025, at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. Organized by Orbit Consulting and Kipaş Textiles in strategic partnership with İTHİB, this year’s Corporate Partner is Aster Textile.
A Global Line-Up of Leaders and Innovators
The conference will open with İTHİB Chairman Ahmet Öksüz. The program includes CEO sessions, five thematic panels, keynote speeches and a dedicated “STI Spotlight Session,” offering a comprehensive sector-wide dialogue.
Key speakers featured this year include:
- Mavi – Cüneyt Yavuz
- ON – Danielle Petesic
- Lacoste – Bernard Derrien
- Kering – Caterina Tonda
- ARMEDANGELS – Sarah Vollmer
- IKEA – Calvin Woolley (Spotlight Session)
- EURATEX – Dirk Vantyghem
Representatives from the Netherlands (RVO) and Finland (STJM) will join, along with insights from Global Fashion Agenda’s Christina Iskov and Sourcing Journal’s Jasmin Malik Chua.
Panel Topics
- Leadership for the Future of Sustainable Fashion
• Transparency & Traceability Across the Textile Value Chain
• Textile-to-Textile Circular Transformation
• Decarbonization Pathways in the Supply Chain
• Strategic Transformation in Sustainable Fashion & Textiles
• IKEA’s Global Perspective on Circularity
Futuretex Interaction Area: A Hands-On Innovation Experience
The event expands with the Futuretex Interaction Area, bringing AR-GE, material technology and innovation companies together through live demos and tech showcases. The STI foyer will host sponsor brands to foster collaboration and networking.
Why Attend?
The conference offers critical insights for businesses aiming to:
• Strengthen strategic positioning in the global value chain
• Build brand–supplier–solution partnerships
• Navigate EU sustainability regulations
• Align commercial objectives with sustainability goals
• Explore new materials, technologies and traceability tools
Registration & Info
📅 December 9, 2025
📍 Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
🌍 www.sustainabilitytalksistanbul.com
