Our Aborl 2025 Shanghai Domotex Exibition

Shanghai Domotex Exhibition  – Press Summary

Event Overview:
The Shanghai Domotex Exhibition, a leading international trade fair for carpets and floor coverings, successfully held its Flooring Pavilion segment, showcasing the latest innovations, trends, and technologies in the flooring industry. The event brought together global manufacturers, suppliers, designers, and industry professionals to explore cutting-edge products and sustainable solutions.

Key Highlights:

1. Innovative Flooring Solutions:

   • Exhibitors presented eco-friendly materials, including bamboo, recycled wood, and bio-based composites, aligning with global sustainability trends.

   • Digital printing technology for customizable designs gained significant attention, allowing for high-resolution, personalized flooring options.

2. Smart and Functional Flooring:

   • Heated flooring systems and acoustic-optimized solutions were prominent, catering to both residential and commercial markets.

   • Integration with smart home systems (e.g., IoT-enabled flooring for temperature and humidity monitoring) highlighted the industry’s shift toward tech-driven products.

     
      

3. Market Trends & Consumer Demand:

   • Luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) and SPC (stone plastic composite) flooring dominated discussions due to their durability and water-resistant properties.

   • Minimalist designs and natural textures (e.g., wood-look ceramics) remained popular among buyers.

     
     

4. Sustainability Focus:

   • Multiple brands emphasized carbon-neutral production and Cradle-to-Cradle (C2C) certified products.

   • Debates on circular economy practices in flooring manufacturing were a key part of panel discussions.

5. Networking & Business Opportunities:

   • B2B matchmaking sessions facilitated partnerships between Chinese manufacturers and international distributors.

   • Keynote speeches addressed post-pandemic market recovery and growth potential in Asia-Pacific and beyond.

     

Notable Participants:
Leading brands such as Mohawk, Tarkett, Armstrong, and local giants like Nature Home and Der showcased their flagship collections.

Conclusion:
The Shanghai Domotex Flooring Pavilion reinforced its role as a pivotal platform for industry innovation and collaboration, with sustainability and technology driving the future of flooring. The event concluded with optimistic forecasts for 2025 market expansion, particularly in green building materials and smart flooring solutions.

Next Edition:
Domotex will return in 2026 with an expanded focus on digital transformation and eco-conscious design.