Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
INDEX Geneva 2029 is the premier global event for the nonwovens industry, bringing together key players from various sectors. This exhibition will showcase the latest innovations and technologies, providing invaluable networking opportunities.
Attendees can expect to connect with industry leaders and explore cutting-edge advancements in nonwoven applications. Index Geneva 2029 takes place in Geneva, Switzerland.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: INDEX Geneva 2029 takes place from May 15 to 18, 2029, at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland.
- 2Scale and Focus: This premier event will feature over 600 exhibitors showcasing innovations in the nonwovens industry.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by Palexpo, a leading venue for international exhibitions.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees will include key decision-makers from various sectors including hygiene, medical, and automotive.
- 5Entry: Visitor registration is available online, with opportunities to network and explore the latest industry trends.
Why visit
Attending INDEX Geneva 2029 offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore the latest innovations in nonwovens. Visitors will gain insights into emerging trends and technologies, enhancing their business strategies. The event also provides a platform for networking with key decision-makers across various sectors.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at INDEX Geneva 2029 allows companies to showcase their latest products and innovations to a targeted audience of industry professionals. This event provides unparalleled visibility and access to decision-makers, enhancing business opportunities and partnerships. Exhibitors can engage directly with potential clients and industry leaders.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Manufacturers of nonwoven products
Suppliers of raw materials
Industry researchers and analysts
Decision-makers from healthcare sectors
Representatives from automotive companies
Professionals in packaging and construction
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Nonwoven fabric manufacturers
Equipment suppliers for nonwoven production
Raw material suppliers
Research and development firms
Consultants in nonwoven applications
Distributors of nonwoven products
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Nonwoven fabrics for hygiene products
Medical nonwovens for healthcare applications
Nonwovens for automotive interiors
Geotextiles for civil engineering
Nonwovens for filtration applications
Packaging solutions using nonwovens
Location & Facilities
Venue
Halls & areas
1Palexpo Halls 1 to 7
Palexpo
Route François Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland
Facilities
Parking
Palexpo in Geneva typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Palexpo in Geneva typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Palexpo for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
Who runs the show
Organisers
Palexpo
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Geneva, Switzerland
Why it matters
Attending INDEX Geneva 2029 offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore the latest innovations in nonwovens. Visitors will gain insights into emerging trends and technologies, enhancing their business strategies.
Industry trends
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ReadPlan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CHF
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
Use if GVA seats are unavailable. Onward travel crosses into Switzerland, so keep identification and any goods documentation ready
Regional alternative in France, roughly 150 km from Geneva by road
to venue
Allow 2-3 hours for onward road or rail transfer; confirm timetables
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
ibis budget Genève Palexpo Aéroport
budget
Palexpo / Geneva Airport70 m from Palexpo to venueBreakfast (fee), free Wi-Fi, parking (fee), air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, accessible
Nash Pratik Hotel
budget
Palexpo / Geneva Airport1.3 km from Palexpo to venueBreakfast (fee), free Wi-Fi, parking (fee), air conditioning, bar, restaurant, airport shuttle, laundry, accessible
ibis Styles Genève Palexpo Aéroport
midscale
Palexpo / Geneva Airport80 m from Palexpo to venueBreakfast (fee), free Wi-Fi, parking (fee), air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, accessible, kid-friendly
Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre
upscale
Palexpo / Geneva AirportNear Palexpo to venueBreakfast (fee), free Wi-Fi, parking (fee), indoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness centre
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Tram
Estimated costApprox. CHF 3.00 single zone 10 ticket; CHF 3.50 by SMS or app
Best forTPG line 18, Geneva city to Palexpo
TPG tram services serve the Palexpo area. Validate your ticket and confirm the current zone map before boarding.
Bus
Estimated costApprox. CHF 3.00-6.00 depending on zones travelled
Best forTPG line 5, Geneva Airport and city stops to Palexpo
Useful for the short airport-PALEXPO leg. Check TPG stop names and service frequency during trade fair week.
Train
Estimated costApprox. CHF 3.00-7.00 single depending on ticket type and zones
Best forSBB regional train, Geneva Cornavin to Geneva Airport, then onward to Palexpo
Frequent trains serve Geneva Airport station. From there, use a short local bus, tram, or taxi to the Palexpo halls.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. CHF 15-25 for the short airport-PALEXPO hop
Best forGeneva Airport (GVA) to Palexpo
Metered taxis are available outside the terminal. Luggage or late-night surcharges may apply; confirm before departure.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. CHF 35-55 depending on traffic and pickup point
Best forCentral Geneva to Palexpo
Allow extra time during morning peak and trade fair opening hours. Public transport is often faster across the city.
Ride-hail
Estimated costApprox. CHF 20-35 from GVA; city fares vary with distance and demand
Best forGeneva Airport or city centre to Palexpo
Availability can vary during large events. Confirm the pickup zone at the airport and the drop-off point at Palexpo.
Car parking
Estimated costApprox. CHF 15-25 per day; confirm current venue tariff
Best forPalexpo on-site parking
Pre-book if available and note which hall entrance your parking area serves. Allow time for peak arrival queues.
Weather
Mid-May Geneva is mild and changeable: daytime temperatures typically 17-22°C, nights 8-11°C, with passing showers and occasional thunderstorms. Palexpo is mostly indoor, but allow for rain on tram, bus, and walking transfers. Check a local forecast 48 hours before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Switzerland.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and greetings
Geneva is French-speaking. Open meetings with Bonjour and use surnames until invited otherwise. English is common at international trade fairs, but French or German-language product sheets can help with Swiss and cross-border buyers.
Punctuality and scheduling
Swiss business culture values punctuality. Plan 20-30 minutes for badge collection, security, and hall transitions at Palexpo, and confirm meeting times rather than assuming drop-ins.
Currency and payments
The Swiss franc (CHF) is the local currency. Cards are widely accepted at hotels and larger venues, but carry some cash for small cafes or lockers. Service and VAT are generally included in displayed prices.
Trade fair etiquette
Wear your badge, exchange business cards, and ask before photographing stands or machinery. Dress is business casual, with comfortable shoes for Palexpo's long halls and walking routes.
Samples and customs
Switzerland is not in the EU customs union. If you carry nonwoven samples, machinery parts, or promotional material, check temporary import rules and keep documentation with you.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Geneva; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Visa
Switzerland requires a Schengen visa for nationals of countries without a visa-waiver agreement; business visitors should apply through the Swiss representation responsible for their place of residence and carry an invitation or event confirmation. Visa-exempt nationals can enter for business visits within the Schengen short-stay limits.
Check whether you need a Schengen visa and, if so, apply at the competent Swiss mission. A business visa checklist is published by VFS Global for applicants in India; the Swiss online visa system (swiss-visa.ch) handles applications where applicable.
OfficialTransport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport: Allow 2-3 hours for onward road or rail transfer; confirm timetables. Allow road or rail time to Palexpo; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Palexpo: Palexpo / Geneva Airport: ibis budget Genève Palexpo Aéroport; Palexpo / Geneva Airport: Nash Pratik Hotel; Palexpo / Geneva Airport: ibis Styles Genève Palexpo Aéroport.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Geneva; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Use local bus, tram, or metro routes serving Palexpo; check operator timetables.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Palexpo; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2029
Temperature: Approx. 8-22°C across the show days; daytime highs usually 17-22°C and nights 8-11°C.
Seasonality: May is one of Geneva's wetter months, with roughly 80-100 mm of rain over 12-14 rain days on average. Showers can be heavy but often short, so build indoor backup time around outdoor transfers.
Packing: Pack layers, a light waterproof jacket or umbrella, comfortable walking shoes for Palexpo's large halls, business casual for meetings, and a universal adapter for Swiss type J outlets. Keep a warm layer for air-conditioned halls.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Index Geneva 2029 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your INDEX registration and badge status — Use the official indexnonwovens.com schedule to verify dates, opening hours, and hall access before booking travel.
T-2
Reserve a hotel with practical access to Palexpo — Compare Palexpo-area hotels and Geneva city properties on TPG tram or bus routes. May is a busy congress month in Geneva.
T-3
Book flights into Geneva Airport (GVA) — GVA is adjacent to Palexpo in Le Grand-Saconnex. Allow a buffer for immigration and badge collection on arrival.
T-4
Check Schengen and Swiss entry requirements — Confirm passport validity, visa needs, and Swiss customs rules for any nonwoven samples or promotional material you carry.
T-5
Plan the airport-to-venue transfer — Compare TPG tram or bus, SBB train to Geneva Cornavin plus onward tram, taxi, and Palexpo parking before choosing a route.
T-6
Build a booth and meeting shortlist — Prioritise nonwovens categories relevant to your buying brief: hygiene, medical, filtration, geotextiles, or machinery and test equipment.
T-7
Download the floor plan and exhibitor list — Mark must-see suppliers and any conference sessions. Leave walking time between halls at Palexpo.
T-8
Pack for changeable May weather and long hall walks — Bring layers, a light rain jacket or umbrella, comfortable shoes, business cards, and a charged phone for badge and transit apps.
T-9
Check transit disruptions and the local forecast — Validate TPG tickets for the correct zones and confirm which Palexpo entrance you plan to use on the first show morning.
T-10
Arrive early for security and badge checks — Allow 20-30 minutes at peak morning entry. Keep photo ID and your registration confirmation accessible.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Palexpo
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Index Geneva 2029 registration concourse
Palexpo
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Palexpo
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCHF 190.00
- Per diem × 2CHF 150.00
Estimated totalCHF 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Index Geneva 2029 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Index Geneva 2029, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Nonwoven fabrics for hygiene products and Medical nonwovens for healthcare appli solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Index Geneva 2029 in Geneva.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Nonwoven fabrics for hygiene products and Medical nonwovens for healthcare appli products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Geneva show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
Gallery
Photos
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is INDEX held in Geneva?
INDEX takes place at Palexpo in Le Grand-Saconnex, next to Geneva Airport (GVA). The venue operates halls 1 to 7 and publishes access, parking, and public transport details on palexpo.ch.
How do I get to Palexpo from Geneva Airport?
Palexpo is adjacent to Geneva Airport. Rail, bus, and taxi transfers are available; Rome2rio lists the airport-to-Palexpo routes and Moovit covers local bus and train stops.
Is parking available at Palexpo?
Yes. Palexpo has on-site car parks including P12 and the P+R P26, with published rates on palexpo.ch. Check current tariffs and availability before driving to the show.
Do I need a visa to attend INDEX in Switzerland?
Visitors from countries without a Schengen waiver need a Schengen visa for Switzerland. Apply through the Swiss representation responsible for your residence; official requirements are published by the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs.
Glossary
- Nonwoven
- An engineered sheet or web of fibres or filaments joined by mechanical, thermal, or chemical bonding rather than by weaving or knitting. Nonwovens are specified by fibre type, bonding method, and basis weight.
- Spunbond
- A nonwoven made by extruding continuous filaments, laying them into a web, and bonding them thermally or mechanically. Spunbond fabrics are used in hygiene, medical, geotextile, and packaging applications.
- Meltblown
- A process that produces very fine fibres from molten polymer. Meltblown webs are used as filtration media, barrier layers, and absorbent structures where fine fibre diameter matters.
- SMS
- A spunbond-meltblown-spunbond composite. The meltblown core adds barrier performance while the spunbond layers provide strength and softness.
- Carded nonwoven
- A web made by opening and carding staple fibres, then bonding the web thermally, chemically, or mechanically. Carded lines are common for hygiene, wipes, and apparel interlinings.
- Spunlace (hydroentanglement)
- A bonding process that uses high-pressure water jets to entangle fibres. Spunlace nonwovens are widely used in wipes, medical fabrics, and personal care products.
- Needlepunch
- A mechanical bonding method in which barbed needles entangle a fibre web. Needlepunch fabrics are used in geotextiles, filtration, automotive, and durable felt products.
- Airlaid
- A web-forming process that disperses fibres, often wood pulp, in air and deposits them onto a moving belt. Airlaid is common in absorbent hygiene cores, tabletop, and food-service products.
- Thermal bonding
- Bonding a nonwoven web with heat, either through calendar rollers or through-air ovens. The choice of binder fibre and temperature controls softness, strength, and loft.
- Basis weight (gsm)
- The mass of a nonwoven per unit area, usually expressed in grams per square metre. Basis weight is a core specification for cost, strength, absorbency, and filtration performance.
- Filtration media
- Nonwoven fabrics engineered for air or liquid filtration. Key performance factors include fibre diameter, pore structure, efficiency, pressure drop, and dust-holding capacity.
- Hygiene nonwovens
- Nonwovens used in absorbent hygiene products such as diapers, feminine care, and incontinence products. Typical layers include topsheet, acquisition distribution layer, and backsheet.
- Medical nonwovens
- Single-use or reusable fabrics for surgical gowns, drapes, masks, wound care, and sterilisation wraps. Barrier performance, softness, and compliance with medical standards are central.
- Geotextiles
- Permeable nonwoven fabrics used in civil engineering for separation, drainage, filtration, and erosion control. Specifications often include tensile strength, permittivity, and durability.
- Sustainable nonwovens
- Nonwovens made with lower-impact fibres, recycled content, bio-based polymers, or reduced-energy bonding processes. Buyers compare compostability, recyclability, and verified environmental claims.
- Converter
- A company that transforms nonwoven roll goods into finished products such as wipes, diapers, filters, masks, or medical drapes. Converters are key buyers of roll goods and processing equipment.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Index Geneva 2029
- Nonwovens exhibition Geneva
- Palexpo Geneva 2029
- INDEX nonwovens
- Geneva Switzerland
- Trade Show Geneva 2029
- Trade Show Exhibition Geneva
- Nonwoven fabrics for hygiene products
- Geneva trade fair
- Geneva trade show 2029
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.