Sourcing Expo Rzgów

Sourcing Expo is an international B2B trade fair dedicated to apparel manufacturing, contract manufacturing and sourcing, open exclusively to trade visitors. Its primary focus is on facilitating direct business between clothing brands, retailers and buyers on the one hand, and manufacturers and specialised production service providers on the other. Covering the entire value chain from initial design to finished garment, the event provides a dedicated platform for establishing manufacturing partnerships and placing production orders.

Held annually, the trade fair is organised by Poland’s Ptak S.A. and takes place at Ptak Expo Rzgów, near Łódź. Its location within the long-established textile and apparel cluster around Łódź is a particular advantage, combining the region’s manufacturing heritage with international sourcing and modern nearshoring strategies.

Sourcing Expo focuses on garment manufacturing and contract production, OEM and ODM manufacturing, private-label and white-label production, as well as full-package solutions for complete apparel collections. Services range from pattern making, size grading and prototype development to fabric cutting, CAD/CAM services and volume production. The offering also includes specialist textile decoration and customisation services such as DTF and screen printing, sublimation printing and computerised embroidery. Finishing services, including professional pressing, labelling, quality control and packaging of finished garments, are also represented. Trade visitors can therefore identify suitable partners for virtually every stage of the manufacturing process, from small specialist production runs to larger-volume orders.

Exhibitors primarily represent the apparel and textile manufacturing sector and related production services. These include sewing and garment manufacturing companies, cutting facilities, pattern-making and garment construction specialists, full-service apparel manufacturers, as well as embroidery, printing, textile decoration and finishing companies. Nearshoring is a key focus of the event. Sourcing Expo enables brands, importers and retailers to identify new manufacturing partners, particularly in Poland and across Central and Eastern Europe, bringing their supply chains geographically closer to the European market. With more than 14,000 textile and apparel companies, Poland is one of the region’s major manufacturing hubs.

Key visitor groups include owners and decision-makers from clothing brands and manufacturing companies, importers and wholesalers, purchasing and sourcing managers, designers and other fashion industry professionals seeking suitable manufacturing partners for their collections. The fair also caters to companies operating in the workwear, professional clothing and promotional apparel sectors. For trade visitors, the practical benefits include the opportunity to compare manufacturing capabilities and capacity, assess samples, meet prospective suppliers face to face and discuss commercial terms directly on site.

The exhibition is complemented by networking opportunities and a professional programme featuring talks, presentations, workshops and industry conferences.

Rzgów also offers a convenient location from a logistical perspective. Ptak Expo Rzgów is easily accessible via major transport routes, including the S8 and S14 expressways and Poland’s wider national road network. According to the organiser, the venue is approximately a 20-minute drive from Łódź Airport and can also be reached by public transport from railway stations in Łódź. Free on-site parking is available to registered trade visitors.

Overall, Sourcing Expo combines one of Poland’s key apparel manufacturing locations with an internationally focused B2B platform. It enables brands, buyers and manufacturers to identify suitable production partners, establish business relationships and develop efficient supply chains covering every stage from initial design to market-ready garment.

The Sourcing Expo will take place on 3 days from Tuesday, 07. September to Thursday, 09. September 2027 in Rzgów.