TEX-BREIN Learning Expedition – Prato, May 6–7, 2025

The first Learning Expedition for textile entrepreneurs, organized under the TEX-BREIN project, took place in Prato, Italy, bringing together innovators and entrepreneurs from six European regions. This two-day event focused on circular textile practices and fostering cross-regional collaboration for a greener future in the textile industry.

Highlights included:

Day 1

Presentations at Prisma - PRato Industrial SMart Accelerator

Next Technology Tecnotessile & OTIR - Tuscany Fashion Cluster

Prato Municipality: Circular City Strategy

Alia Servizi Ambientali: Textile Re-Hub

Company visit: Dell'Orco & Villani SRL

Networking and matchmaking at Confindustria Toscana Nord

Day 2

Site visits showcasing circularity in action:

Filati Omega

GoriTex

Trafi Creatività Tessile srl (TRAFI Showroom – "Starry Night")

Museo del Tessuto

This unique experience strengthened connections and inspired new solutions for sustainable innovation in textiles across Europe.