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The implementation era

Textile Exchange has framed the 2026 conference around “The Implementation Era”: scaling what works across businesses, supply systems and landscapes. The programme places practical action at the centre, including sourcing verified materials, reporting, data sharing and the systems needed to move from commitments to implementation.

For Control Union, this is closely aligned with what we see across the market: organisations need certification and traceability systems that are credible, workable and ready to support changing material strategies.

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Meet us at Textile Exchange Conference 2026

Vancouver Convention Center | Vancouver, Canada. From ambition to implementation: strengthening confidence in materials, traceability and certification.

The textile and apparel sector is entering a new phase. The frameworks are in place; the focus is now on implementation. At the 2026 Textile Exchange Conference, Control Union will join brands, manufacturers, material producers and other supply-chain partners to discuss how credible systems can turn sustainability objectives into verifiable action.

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Stitching accountability into every seam

Join us and step into the beating heart of textile innovation, where circularity isn’t just a concept, it’s a dynamic journey fuelled by creativity, credibility, and purpose.

Visit us at Booth 23!

• Speak directly with our certification and compliance experts.
• Explore real-world case studies from textile supply chains.
• Pick up resources and insights tailored to sustainability in textiles.

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Meet the People you will be talking to

Our experts from across the globe will be at our booth. Come meet them and learn what they can do to help you!

Lonneke de Kort is the global business unit manager for textile, recycling and alternative materials at Control Union Certifications. From Zwolle in the Netherlands, she leads the full accreditation scope across 23 countries, ensuring consistency, quality, and integrity on a truly international scale. Lonneke works with leading brands across continents, turning bold sustainability claims into independently verified truths. Whether it’s organic cotton, recycled fibers, or fair labor practices, she ensures that global commitments are more than marketing talk—they are certified realities.

Working with Control Union for over 18 years, Fakhrul has more than 23 years of experience in the field of textile merchandising, social compliance, auditing and certification. He has industry knowledge and practical expertise. Over the years, he has played a key role not just in Bangladesh but also globally. He is an active member of the Control Union Global Expert Team. Currently, he leads the Development Team within that group, driving progress in areas such as new standard development.

Regenagri COC, Brand, Social, PPS USA

Martin has been with Control Union for over 6 years and is currently Country Manager in Portugal. He supports the development of the textile industry across the Iberian Peninsula and the Americas, while contributing to the advancement of certification systems, traceability solutions, and API integrations with clients.

Representing Control Union North America, Callie Pople channels her passion for sustainability into partnerships with clients, collaborating with brands and manufacturers to promote transparency and advance sustainable practices.

Farm & Fibre expert, Regenagri farm/COC

Federico is an agronomist who has been with Control Union for over five years and is currently the Certifications Manager at the Uruguay office. During this time, he has contributed to farmers, farm groups, and stakeholders across the entire chain of custody in the region.

With 15+ years of experience in textile processes, I offer a unique mix of technical expertise and strategic insight to support sustainable growth. I specialize in building value-driven relationships across the supply chain—connecting manufacturers, suppliers, and clients to unlock new business opportunities.

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Solutions that make an impact

We empower brands and suppliers with trusted tools and expertise to drive transparency, compliance, and credibility across the textile industry.

• Verifying sustainability claims with reliable data, audits, and transparency.
• Supporting every step of the textile supply chain, from brands to suppliers.
• Simplifying compliance with evolving global standards.
• Building trust and credibility through proven certification expertise.

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