The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) has published its 48th annual textile machinery shipment report, tracking global equipment deliveries across six industry segments. The 2025 International Textile Machinery Shipment Statistics (ITMSS) draws on data from more than 200 manufacturers worldwide. It covers spinning, draw-texturing, weaving, large circular knitting, flat knitting, and finishing equipment, offering a clear picture of where mills are investing today.
Spinning Machinery Shipments Show Regional Divide
Spinning equipment accounted for the largest share of 2025 textile machinery shipments, led by a 195,000-unit rise in short-staple spindle deliveries to 6.11 million units worldwide. Asia and Oceania received 95% of all deliveries, an 8.5% regional increase. Africa, Europe, and South America saw declines of 46%, 33%, and 19% respectively, while North and Central America surged 264% to 77,000 units. China, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan led global investment.
Open-end rotor shipments climbed to 645,000 units, up 50,000 units year-on-year, with Asia and Oceania again dominant at 94% of deliveries. China, India, and Vietnam posted growth of 4%, 12%, and 17% respectively, while Türkiye and Bangladesh saw sharp declines of 78% and 55%.
Long-staple (wool) spindle shipments fell 31% to 90,000 units, led by China (46%), India (19%), and Iran (16%). Draw-texturing equipment also declined: single heater spindles dropped 21% to 65,000 units, and double heater spindles fell 22% to 743,000 units, with China accounting for over 90% of both categories.
Weaving and Knitting Machinery Shipments Decline
Weaving equipment made up a smaller share of 2025 textile machinery shipments, as shuttle-less loom deliveries fell 27.5% to 164,000 units. Air-jet looms declined 6%, rapier and projectile looms fell 18%, and water-jet looms dropped 38%. Asia and Oceania again dominated, receiving 95% of worldwide deliveries. China's air-jet and water-jet loom investment declined, while India recorded a 21% increase in rapier and projectile loom deliveries.
Large circular knitting machine deliveries dropped 13% to 24,500 units, even as China's shipments rose 9% to capture 53% of the global market. India and Vietnam ranked second and third among destination markets. Electronic flat knitting machine shipments fell 21% to 106,000 units, with China holding a 66% share despite a 24% order drop across Asia and Oceania.
Finishing Machinery Shows Mixed Results
The finishing segment delivered uneven results across its two main categories. Stenter shipments in the "fabrics continuous" category grew 3% to 2,300 units, and mercerizing lines rose 24%, while singeing line shipments plunged 75%. In "fabrics discontinuous" equipment, overflow dyeing shipments fell 30% to 2,900 units, alongside declines of 0.6% in air-jet dyeing and 28% in jigger/beam dyeing units.
These figures point to a textile industry rebalancing capacity toward Asia while trimming investment elsewhere. Manufacturers and buyers tracking global capacity shifts can follow ongoing textile news on textilezon.com for further updates. The 2025 ITMSS data confirms that China, India, and Vietnam remain the primary drivers of global textile machinery demand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ITMF Shipment Report?
The ITMF Shipment Report, formally called the International Textile Machinery Shipment Statistics (ITMSS), is an annual survey compiled by the International Textile Manufacturers Federation. It gathers deliveries data from more than 200 manufacturers across six machinery segments.
Which region leads global textile machinery investment?
Asia and Oceania led nearly every 2025 machinery category, receiving between 93% and 97.6% of global deliveries depending on the segment. China remained the single largest investor across spinning, texturing, knitting, and finishing equipment.
Did all machinery segments decline in 2025?
No. Short-staple spindles, open-end rotors, stenters, and mercerizing lines all posted shipment growth, while draw-texturing, weaving, knitting, and several finishing categories declined.
