The Textiles Recycling Awards will be held during the Textiles Recycling Expo on 24–25 June 2026 at Brussels Expo, bringing together industry professionals to honour the achievements that are driving change across the global textile value chain.

Designed to celebrate innovation, leadership and measurable impact, the Awards will recognise the individuals, companies and partnerships shaping the future of circular textiles and advancing textile recycling.

The categories are as follows:

• Retailer of the Year: Recognising retailers that are leading the way in promoting and delivering circular fashion practices.
• Product of the Year: Celebrating the most innovative products designed with recycling and sustainability at their core
• Textile Collection & Sorting Award: Honouring the most effective and impactful textile collection scheme and/or sorting facility.
• Textile Recycling Project of the Year: Recognising outstanding initiatives that scale textile recycling, from new facilities to collaborative projects.
• Innovation in Recycling Technology Award: Celebrating breakthroughs in machinery, equipment or processes that advance textile recycling effectiveness and efficiency.
• Rising Star Award: Recognising the next generation of leaders who are driving meaningful change in textile reuse and recycling.

Award submissions close on 13 March 2026. There is no charge for entering. See here for further details about each category, including who is eligible to apply and what the judges are looking for.

There are sponsorship opportunities as well: companies can sponsor an award category. It's an opportunity to align their brand with excellence in circular innovation and gain recognition across event marketing, digital platforms and at the live ceremony. Contact the organisers for more information on that point!