Dalan Woolen Tri-Event: The Industrial Upgrade Logic Behind 3.6 Billion Yuan in Transactions

Dalang's wool industry reached a milestone in June 2026 with the first-ever 'tri-event' combining the 95th International Wool Conference, the 23rd 'Weaving Fair', and the 10th Textile Intangible Cultural Heritage Conference. Over three days, it generated 3.6 billion yuan in intended transactions, attracting 35,000 buyers and nearly 2,000 exhibitors. Compared to the previous edition, buyer numbers and transaction volumes grew by 16% and 18.5% respectively, a notable pace for traditional textile fairs, reflecting Dalang's shift from quantitative to qualitative market influence.

Commercial Heat Behind Industrial Logic

During the event, top domestic brands like Huimei Fashion, UR, and SHEIN formed purchasing delegations, while buyers from over 20 countries including Russia, France, and Poland attended. Two specialized matchmaking sessions stood out: the 'Dalang Wool—Brand Apparel Sourcing Fair' secured over 20 deals worth 30 million yuan, and the 'Chain on Dalang, Weaving the Future' production-sales session added another 20 million yuan in intended orders. These figures indicate a shift from bulk orders to precise matching, with small-batch, fast-response models becoming mainstream. For buyers, this means faster supply chain response; for factories, the ROI on flexible production lines is shortening.

Smart Manufacturing and Functional Fabrics Take Center Stage

Functional wool garments were a highlight, featuring water-repellent, anti-static, stain-resistant, phase-change temperature-regulating, Japan-certified cooling yarns, and breakthrough fireproof technologies. These are no longer lab concepts but directly showcased to buyers. The普及 of whole-garment knitting technology makes 'design equals finished product' a reality, while 3D digital modeling replaces traditional pattern-making, and flexible lines handle small, multiple orders. From an industry perspective, competitiveness is shifting from labor cost to technological density, with Dalang's cluster transforming into a smart manufacturing hub.

Dual Empowerment from Heritage and Green Consensus

The 10th Intangible Cultural Heritage Conference added cultural depth. Designer Wang Dong collaborated with local firms to integrate heritage inheritor Wan Gongxue's kylin patterns into 36 original fashion pieces, all produced locally. The 'Weave·Core' and 'Weave·Soul' exhibits featured dragon dance heritage frames and wool-collage 'Colorful Cloud Dragon' displays, reviving Lingnan culture in modern stitches. Simultaneously, the International Wool Textile Organization launched the Wool Green Paper globally, covering regenerative grazing and traceability. Representatives from over 20 countries discussed green transformation and supply chain coordination, with multiple agreements signed on heritage standards and innovation integration. This positions Dalang not just in production but in global standard-setting.

Practical Recommendations

For Buyers - Focus on functional products like cooling yarns and phase-change materials, which offer premium pricing in outdoor and sportswear. - Utilize 3D digital modeling for remote sampling to cut development time and costs, ideal for small-batch fast orders. - Partner with local factories equipped with whole-garment knitting and flexible lines to handle multi-batch, small-volume trends.

For Exporters - Actively participate in global events like the International Wool Conference to gain early insights into green standards and build traceable supply chains. - Explore commercial potential of heritage IP, integrating traditional cultural elements into designs for differentiation in Western markets. - Leverage capacity upgrades from Dalang's 'Weave Valley' and 'Industrial Reform' projects to form long-term partnerships with smart manufacturing factories.