Index Le Grand-Saconnex

INDEX (International Nonwovens Exhibition) is the world’s leading trade fair for the nonwovens industry and a key meeting point for stakeholders across the global nonwovens value chain. It is held at the modern Palexpo exhibition centre in Geneva, conveniently located next to the international airport, and takes place every three years in the spring. The event is organised by Palexpo SA, one of Switzerland’s foremost exhibition organisers.

As a premier global event, INDEX goes far beyond a traditional product showcase. It serves as a platform for innovation and knowledge exchange, where raw material suppliers, machinery manufacturers, and nonwovens producers and converters present their latest developments while gaining insight into emerging market and technology trends. Key focus areas include advanced production processes—such as spunbond and meltblown technologies—high-performance materials, and automation and smart factory solutions designed to enhance manufacturing efficiency and flexibility. Sustainability is also a central theme, with a strong emphasis on CO₂ reduction, recyclable material concepts, and strategies for a functioning circular economy.

The exhibition covers the full industrial spectrum, from polymer-based raw materials and fibres to complex production systems and finished end products. These are used across a wide range of sectors, including hygiene (e.g. nappies and medical products), filtration, construction, geotextiles, automotive, packaging, and many other industrial applications. This breadth makes INDEX a key platform for cross-sector innovation.

INDEX attracts high-level professional visitors from around the world, particularly decision-makers from industry as well as research and development. The audience is complemented by experts from a wide range of application areas seeking targeted solutions to enhance their competitiveness. Exhibitors likewise reflect the full industry landscape—from globally operating corporations to specialised technology providers and innovative start-ups.

A distinctive feature of the event is its accompanying programme of conferences, technical forums and networking formats. These facilitate in-depth knowledge transfer and provide insight into current market trends, regulatory developments and future strategies.

In addition to its technical depth and global relevance, INDEX also benefits from excellent infrastructure. The Palexpo venue offers modern halls, short walking distances and direct access to both the airport and public transport, ensuring a convenient and efficient experience for international visitors.

On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 4 days of the fair, from 04. April to 07. April 2017, about 666 exhibitors and 13000 visitors from 100 countries on the Index in Geneva.

The Index will take place on 4 days from Tuesday, 19. May to Friday, 22. May 2026 in Le Grand-Saconnex.