CMAI FAB Show: the trade show
FAB Show, launched in 2022 is already established as the premier convergence hub for the entire garments manufacturing supply chain. The FAB Show serves not only as a platform for showcasing the latest in technological advancements but also as a catalyst for raising awareness about sustainability and understanding evolving consumer preferences
CMAI (The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India) is a prominent association in the Indian Apparel Industry, founded in 1963. It represents over 5,000 Indian Brands and Manufacturers, 30,000 Retailers, and 2000+ Platinum Dealers – top retailers in the country, in terins of turnover, segment practices, ethics and fairness in dealings.
The Association acts as a catalyst of Change, Evolution, and Transformation by interacting with the Government to encourage industry-friendly policies, including GST, PLI, Duty Drawback, Export Promotion Schemes, and more. It is also focused on promoting ESG and sustainability in the workplace. The Association is renowned for organizing the industry’s Largest and most popular – National Garment Fairs (NGF), which attract over 1,100 Brands and 40,000+ Retailers. CMAl has also introduced various other formats which are becoming leaders in their respective categories. After hosting a successful inaugural edition of ‘Brands of India’ a mega show of Indian Apparel Manufacturers at Dubai in 2023, CMAl recently hosted the 2d edition supported by Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Embassy of India in UAE, Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Noida Apparel Export Cluster (NAEC), TEXMAS (Dubai) and Readymade Garments Merchants Group (Dubai).
CMAl was the first Indian Association to be a Member of the International Apparel Federation, Netherlands; and also became the President of the Federation. It is also authorised by the Government to Issue Certificates of Origin to its Exporter Members.