Celebrate 10 Years of Excellence at

Anniversary Jubilee of the Global Sustainable Fashion Week

 
The National Fashion League Hungary Association proudly announces the landmark 10th Anniversary Jubilee of the Global Sustainable Fashion Week (#GSFW). For a decade, GSFW has served as Central Europe’s premier transdisciplinary hub, driving circular economy transitions, ethical luxury, and sustainable industry frameworks across five continents. 
The 2026 Jubilee represents a grand synthesis of our decade-long journey, masterfully merging cultural heritage and traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge digital innovation. As the fashion and textile sectors navigate the crucial “Twin Transition” (green and digital transformation), the 2026 summit expands its core strategic focus onto the European Union’s upcoming Digital Product Passport (DPP) mandates, global supply chain cybersecurity, and advanced intellectual property (IP) protection.
The marketplace and B2B infrastructure are supported by HEPA and the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) via the b2match platform. 
 

MAJOR MUNICIPAL MILESTONE: BUDAPEST CITY HALL

We are immensely proud to announce that the central International Conference is officially hosted inside the historic Palace Ballroom (Díszterem) of Budapest City Hall on Friday, September 18, 2026. This landmark academic day is organized under the absolute High Patronage of the Mayor of Budapest, H.E. Gergely Karácsony, bringing unprecedented administrative weight and institutional prestige to our 10th Jubilee Year.

EXCLUSIVE CO-OPERATION: THE EMBASSY OF CANADA

In celebration of our cross-border pipelines, the Embassy of Canada to Hungary is an official diplomatic partner for this year’s summit. This prominent transatlantic alliance will be honored with an exclusive, high-level VIP Guest Country Press Reception & VIP Salon ShowcaseSeptember 16, 2026, hosted live inside the official Canadian Embassy in Budapest. This elite evening will feature senior Canadian delegates, industrial advisors, and custom circular design presentations.

We are highly honored to reconfirm that our central international business matchmaking infrastructure is officially supported and co-organized by HEPA (Hungarian Export Promotion Agency) and the European Commission’s Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), deploying a heavy-duty corporate marketplace for sustainable growth running directly through the online b2match digital platform.

OFFICIAL 2026 JUBILEE SUMMIT MATRIX:

  • September 14–15–16, 2026 | Online International B2B Matchmaking Program: Running directly on the official b2match platform to connect cross-border buyers, sustainable brand owners, supply chain investors, and circular manufacturing executives. ⇒ B2B Registration ⇐
  • Wednesday,  September 16, 2026 | The Maple & Sustainable Luxury Salon — Official Canadian Opening VIP Program, Press Conference & Live Musical Performance: A high-prestige, strict invitation-only opening launch reserved exclusively for the attending diplomatic corps and international press syndicates.
  • Thursday, September 17, 2026 | Grand International Jubilee Eco-Fashion Runway Gala: Our premier flagship international showcase presenting curated heritage and circular collections from elite European, Asian, and Transatlantic sustainable designers, featuring a special celebration and runway presentation of the Winner of the II. International Circular Fashion Contest.

    Doors Open & Protocol Registration: 18:30 (6:30 PM)
    Runway Gala Commences: 19:00 (7:00 PM)
    Venue & Entrance: Central Library of Budapest – Wenckheim Palace. Main guest entry is strictly located via the historic Palace Gate (Díszkapun keresztül): 1088 Budapest, Szabó Ervin tér 1.

  • Friday, September 18,2026 | International Conference & Interactive Strategic Debate with “Reverse Panel” Finale: A comprehensive “Synthesis” of our decade-long expertise, expanding far beyond traditional fashion to focus on industrial digitalization, ESG regulatory compliance, global supply chain cybersecurity, and the European Union’s Digital Product Passport (DPP) mandates. Instead of traditional presentations, this session features a dynamic onstage dialogue followed by an innovative “Reverse Panel” where experts step into the audience to actively question international rectors, diplomats, and buyers on their field preparedness and professional opinions.

    Dedicated Speaker & VIP Registration: 09:00 AM (Mandatory file pre-loading on servers)
    General Public Registration: 09:30 AM
    Conference Official Opening Tracks: 10:00 AM to approximately 17:00 (5:00 PM)
    Venue & Entrance: Grand Assembly Hall of Budapest City Hall (Díszterem) — 1052 Budapest, Városház utca 9-11.

     
  • Confirmed International Keynotes & Institutional Boards at International Conference: The GSFW Executive Board is proud to present our confirmed high-level academic, scientific, and structural lineup featuring heavy-weight thought leaders with their official international professional profiles:

Silvia Zancarli – Corporate Innovation Manager & Business Developer, EIT Manufacturing South (EU Innovation Hub, Milan)
Alessio GugliottaSenior Program Manager, Technology & Circular Initiatives, EIT Manufacturing South (Milan – PANEL SPEAKER)
Giusy BettoniFounder & Chief Executive Officer, C.L.A.S.S. Eco Hub / (Milan)
Anna Maria Stein – Partner & International Intellectual Property & Fashion Law Attorney, Eversheds Sutherland (Milan)
Eija Salmi – Secretary General, Cumulus Global Association of Art & Design Universities (Finland)
Natacha LallemandInternational Academic Liaison & Coordinator, École Duperré (France), Cumulus Association
Nils BaderFounder, German Green Product Award & Director, Normina European Compliance Center (Germany)
Chung-Ching Lu – Professor of Digital Fashion Innovation & 3D Technology, Fu Jen Catholic University (Taiwan)
Dr. Kadian A. Gosler – Professor of Sustainable Supply Chains & Fashion Economics, Fashion Institute of Technology – FIT (UK/New York)
Natasha Zahodnik – Founder & Circular Economy Director, The RWRK Collective (Canada)
Dr. Bahareh ZamaniInternational Carbon Footprint Lifecycle Assessment & Textile Sustainability Expert (Germany)
Dr. Lis Suarez Visbal – Circular Economy Scholar & Faculty Representative, Utrecht University (Netherlands)
Dr. Eszter Tóth – Academic Faculty Representative & Assistant Professor, University of Debrecen (Hungary)
István Pesti-FarkasRegional Enterprise & Customer Solutions Lead, Ericsson (Hungary)
Balázs MányiChief Operating Officer, CertEdgeAI & Senior Cyber Security, Enterprise Risk & Digital Trust Expert – PANEL SPEAKER (Hungary) 
Éva-Cecília Sólyomindependent researcher on “The EU Green Claims and Greenwashing – Verification Gaps, Customer Trust, and the Role of Blockchain” (Romania)
Muhammad Fawad Noori – GSFW Board Member, educator, designer, Manager Research & Development at NAQASHI Official (Pakistan)
Andrea Benahmed DjilaliFounder of International Circular Fashion Week and Circular Fashion Incubator CIC (UK)
Dr. Péter Bera PhD – Head of Department, Ministry of Living Environment (Hungary) – TBC
 
⇒ CLICK HERE ⇐ to Access the Official GSFW Registration Form of the International Conference

Official Financial Sponsor & Strategic Partner:
VOSZ (National Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers)
 
Official Summit Venues & Featured Hosting Partners:
  • Official Conference Venue & Partner: Grand Assembly Hall of Budapest City Hall
  • Official Runway Gala Venue & Partner: Central Library of Budapest – Wenckheim Palace (FSZEK)
Strategic Diplomatic Partner & VIP Reception Host:
Embassy of Canada to Hungary
 
Official Airline, Sustainability & Hospitality Partners:
  • Official Airline Partner: Air France-KLM
  • Official Sustainable Cosmetics & VIP Gift Partner: Lush Hungary
  • Official Luxury Hotel Partner: Hotel Akeah Verdi Budapest
  • Official Corporate Hospitality Partner: Nova Apartments Budapest
Official Model Agency & Talent Development Partner: FLOW MODELS HUNGARY (Director: Éva Bokor)
 
Featured Culinary & Hospitality Sponsors:
  • Official Champagne & Welcome Drink Sponsor: Törley Sparkling Wine Cellar
  • Official Gourmet & Catering Sponsor: KOMÉTA
    (Additional exclusive culinary partners, including traditional chimney cake and premium gourmet specialties, will be fully detailed on the official Sponsorship Boards).
Official Healthcare, Wellness & Cosmetics Sponsors:
 
Official Sustainable Cosmetics & VIP Gift Partner: Lush Hungary
(The comprehensive directory of our official healthcare, premium wellness brands, and sustainable cosmetics sponsors will be fully displayed and detailed on the official Sponsorship Boards).