Mimaki to Showcase Next-Generation Sustainable Textile Printing Solution TRAPIS at Texworld Paris, Driving Green Innovation in the Textile Industry
Mimaki Europe, a global leader in inkjet printing and cutting technology, has announced its participation in Texworld Paris, which will be held from September 15 to 17, 2025, at the Parc des Expositions de Paris-Le Bourget. At this premier event, Mimaki will prominently feature its groundbreaking textile printing solution, the Transfer Pigment System (TRAPIS), at booth O204 in Hall 3. The company plans to showcase TRAPIS alongside several real-life customer case studies, illustrating the solution’s versatility and significant advantages in the fashion and textile sectors.
Texworld Paris includes Avantex Paris, a specialized area dedicated to promoting sustainable development and circular economy practices within the textile and fashion industries. This platform highlights companies innovating to reduce environmental impact and create a more sustainable fashion future. Mimaki’s decision to present TRAPIS at Avantex underlines its firm commitment to green manufacturing and the ongoing transformation of textile printing.
Since its launch last year, the TRAPIS technology has attracted considerable attention within the industry due to its simplified and efficient two-step printing process. The system first employs Mimaki’s high-precision inkjet printer to apply richly pigmented inks onto specialized transfer paper. This is followed by a high-temperature, high-pressure calendering process that transfers the design onto fabric and fixes the colors. This innovative method dramatically reduces the complex steps typically involved in traditional dyeing and finishing processes, while also significantly lowering water consumption and environmental pollution.
According to Mimaki’s official figures, the TRAPIS system cuts wastewater discharge by approximately 90% and reduces carbon emissions by as much as 92% compared to conventional digital dyeing methods. These improvements not only reflect TRAPIS’s remarkable environmental performance but also reduce energy use and production costs for manufacturers.
Moreover, TRAPIS demonstrates exceptional compatibility with a wide range of fabric types, including natural fibers such as cotton, linen, and silk, as well as synthetic materials like polyester and nylon. This versatility enables the solution to cater to diverse market segments, from high-end fashion and home décor to activewear. The system’s ability to produce highly saturated colors and finely detailed prints ensures that designers can meet the highest standards for aesthetic quality while supporting sustainable production methods. Additionally, TRAPIS supports on-demand manufacturing, helping companies avoid overproduction, minimize waste, and better respond to fast-changing market demands.
The textile industry has long been one of the largest consumers of water and contributors to pollution worldwide. Traditional dyeing and finishing processes use vast amounts of water and chemicals, often releasing untreated wastewater that poses severe environmental hazards. With tightening environmental regulations and growing consumer awareness of sustainability, textile companies face mounting pressure to adopt greener manufacturing methods. Digital textile printing technologies have emerged as key drivers of this transition, offering precise, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly alternatives to conventional techniques.
Mimaki’s TRAPIS technology perfectly aligns with these market demands, enabling manufacturers to drastically reduce environmental footprints while enhancing production flexibility and product differentiation. By simplifying processes and lowering resource consumption, TRAPIS empowers textile producers and brands to meet both regulatory and consumer expectations for sustainable products.
Texworld Paris stands as one of the world’s most influential textile and apparel sourcing trade fairs, drawing thousands of fabric suppliers, designers, brands, and manufacturers from around the globe every year. The event not only showcases the latest fabric innovations and fashion trends but also serves as a hub for promoting technological advances and sustainability initiatives within the industry. Mimaki’s presence at this event highlights the company’s technical expertise and commitment to fostering industry-wide progress. Martial Granet, Branch Manager for France and Maghreb at Mimaki Europe, noted, “Texworld Paris offers an invaluable platform for us to present the TRAPIS solution—simple, sustainable, and highly effective—directly to thousands of textile professionals worldwide. Following the strong interest generated during our global TRAPIS roadshow in June, we look forward to receiving further positive feedback and driving broader adoption at this key industry event.”
In addition to its participation in Paris, Mimaki will also showcase TRAPIS at Texworld New York, held from July 22 to 24, 2025, offering textile professionals in North America a firsthand experience of this innovative technology. By presenting TRAPIS at major trade shows on both sides of the Atlantic, Mimaki demonstrates its commitment to advancing sustainable textile manufacturing on a global scale. Given the significant textile consumption and production in North America, the company sees tremendous potential for TRAPIS to help local manufacturers and brands meet rising environmental and digitalization demands.
Beyond its clear environmental benefits, TRAPIS offers substantial commercial advantages. Its streamlined two-step process reduces operational complexity and lowers maintenance costs, making it accessible to textile producers of varying sizes. The system’s fast production speed and high customization capacity support the fast fashion model and on-demand manufacturing, enabling companies to quickly respond to market shifts while minimizing inventory risks. High-resolution, vivid color printing capabilities also help brands develop distinctive product lines that stand out in competitive markets.
Crucially, by dramatically cutting carbon emissions and water usage, TRAPIS assists companies in achieving green certifications and tax incentives aligned with global carbon neutrality goals, enhancing their corporate social responsibility profiles and market appeal. These factors collectively position TRAPIS as a compelling solution for companies seeking to combine sustainability with profitability.
As Industry 4.0 advances, the integration of digital and green manufacturing becomes ever more critical in the textile sector. Mimaki envisions expanding the TRAPIS platform by incorporating smart manufacturing technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data analytics to build an intelligent production ecosystem. This approach will enable real-time monitoring and automated optimization of manufacturing processes, improving quality control and resource efficiency. Data-driven decision-making will further optimize supply chains and production schedules, reducing waste and enhancing responsiveness to consumer trends. Such innovations will support the textile industry’s evolution toward a more sustainable, efficient, and resilient future.
Mimaki Europe, renowned for its robust technological expertise and extensive industry experience, continues to lead innovation in inkjet printing and cutting solutions across textiles, industrial signage, packaging, and advertising sectors. The company remains committed to driving digital transformation and sustainable manufacturing, delivering high-value solutions to customers worldwide.
Mimaki’s participation at Texworld Paris not only highlights its cutting-edge technological capabilities but also reinforces its dedication to a greener future for the textile industry. The growing adoption of TRAPIS is poised to accelerate the sector’s sustainable transformation, fostering a harmonious coexistence between fashion and the environment. Looking ahead, as more brands and manufacturers embrace this green revolution, the global textile supply chain will unlock new opportunities and collectively write a promising chapter in sustainable development.