The China Clothing Textiles & Accessories Expo (CCTAE) is back at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 18–20 November 2025, marking 25 years of connecting Australian brands with leading international manufacturers. 

Now in its 25th year, CCTAE continues to be a cornerstone event for designers, sourcing specialists, and production teams seeking reliable, scalable, and sustainable partnerships. This year, the Expo will feature over 490 exhibitors from China across 516 booths, with 40% participating in Australia for the first time.

Co-located with the Global Sourcing Expo, CCTAE forms Australia’s largest international sourcing event, giving attendees access to more than 800 suppliers from over 15 countries and regions with a single free registration

Event Details
When: Tuesday 18 – Thursday 20 November 2025
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
REGISTER HERE

Here’s why you should mark your calendar:

1. Access the Industry’s Biggest Global Sourcing Hub

CCTAE 2025 brings over 490 Chinese exhibitors across 516 booths, with 40% showcasing in Australia for the first time. Co-located with the Global Sourcing Expo, the event gives attendees access to more than 800 exhibitors and 900 booths in a single registration. 

Suppliers from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Guangdong Provinces will showcase everything from apparel production to accessories and trims—all in one place.

2. Discover the Latest in Innovation and Sustainability

The fashion and textile industries are evolving fast, and CCTAE keeps you ahead. Explore:

• Next-generation sustainable fibres: organic cotton, bamboo, biodegradable blends
• Eco-conscious production methods: energy-efficient dyeing and zero-waste cutting
• Functional fabrics: breathable, antibacterial, moisture-wicking materials
• AI-assisted design and digital sourcing tools, transforming efficiency across your supply chain

3. Strengthen Your Sourcing Strategy

For brands, retailers, and production teams, this is more than a trade show. CCTAE is a strategic platform to meet suppliers face-to-face, evaluate capabilities, and discover new materials and technologies, all without leaving Melbourne.

Key Industry Exhibitors

Notable participants include:

• Guangdong MLY Garment – sport, resort, and swimwear
• Mengdi – high-end knitwear
• Saint Martin – mid- to high-end apparel manufacturer, partners to Rachel Gilbert, Rebecca Vallance, and By Marlene Birger
• Heva Shoes – partners of major retailers including Steve Madden and Ellesse

4. Strengthen Your Sourcing Strategy

Running alongside the Expo is the Global Sourcing Seminar Series, featuring daily talks from industry experts on Future-Ready Strategies, AI, sustainability, and digital commerce. Highlights include:

• Robert Lockyer – The Sustainable Packaging Revolution (Tuesday 18 November)
• Vinay Kumar – Transforming Cotton Supply Chains (Wednesday 19 November)
• Marie-Claude Mallat – Taking Your Brand to the World: The Power of PR (Thursday 20 November)

4. Free Access to All Visitors

Attendance at CCTAE is completely free, with registration required to secure entry. The event welcomes all professionals, buyers, and industry stakeholders to explore the full breadth of international suppliers and innovations.

Register to attend for free HERE.
For more information: www.chinatextiles.com.au

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with leading global suppliers, explore the latest innovations, and strengthen your sourcing strategy at CCTAE 2025.