CINET

01/06/2026

Following our successful kickoff in Amsterdam, momentum is building for the main event of the year: the 7th Edition of the Global Best Practices PTC Awards 2026 at EXPO DETERGO (Milan, Italy, October 22-23). 🇮🇹✨

Under the central theme "SMARTER PTC SERVICES PAY-OFF!", registrations and applications are now officially open. This is your chance to showcase your business in front of 500+ live delegates and thousands of online followers worldwide.

What to expect in Milan:
📊 Key-Topic Expert Sessions: Deep dives into Hygiene, Energy, Sustainability, AI/Digitalization, Business Modeling, and Labor.
⚡ The Ultimate Pitch Showdown: 60 global finalists across 4 categories delivering high-stakes, 3-minute pitches to our international jury.
🗺️ Roadmap 2050: The official global presentation of the CINET PTC Strategy Study.

Whether you run a small retail cleaner, a commercial laundry, or a modern launderette, your time to shine is now.

🔗 Secure your spot, view the full program, and register your business here: https://gbpa.cinet-online.com/expo-detergo

26/05/2026

🏆 Are you ready to showcase your excellence on the global stage? PTC companies worldwide are invited to join the Global Best Practices Awards 2026 Competition! 🌍

Thanks to advanced digital translation, you can participate in any of the 200 languages of your choice across 4 categories:
• Laundrettes / Laundromats 🧺
• Retail Textile Cleaning (SME & Big) 🧥
• Industrial Textile Services (ITS) 🏭

An independent jury of 20 experts will evaluate businesses based on Quality, Sustainability, Innovation, and Business Models. ✨

Apply now: https://gbpa.cinet-online.com/expo-detergo/participants

26/05/2026

🌍 The 7th Edition of the Global Best Practices PTC Awards 2026 is officially on its way! Organized by CINET, this milestone event revolves around the central theme: "SMARTER PTC SERVICES PAY-OFF!" 💡

Join the industry's global showcase at EXPO DETERGO in Milan (Oct 22-23, 2026), featuring:
• Best Practice Pitches from 60 global finalists 🏆
• Official Presentation of the GLOBAL PTC Strategy Study - Roadmap 2050 📊
• Keynote sessions on sustainability, AI, and labor 🌿

Read more & stay tuned: https://gbpa.cinet-online.com/gbpa26

17/04/2026

🙏 Thank you, Amsterdam!

Four extraordinary days of innovation, knowledge sharing, and global networking have come to an end. GBPA 2026 has truly been one for the books! 📚✨

A sincere thank you to all our speakers, participants, partners, and viewers worldwide. Your passion and commitment are what drive the Professional Textile Care industry forward.

We’re leaving Amsterdam inspired and ready for the next chapter. See you all in Milan! 🇮🇹✈️

17/04/2026

The GBPA 2026 Closing Party is officially underway! 🥂 After an incredible week of innovation and awards, we are wrapping up our time in Amsterdam and looking ahead to our next destination: Milan, Italy! 🇮🇹

A huge thank you to all the participants, winners, and partners who made this edition a landmark success. The journey of excellence continues in the fashion capital of the world. See you in Milan! ✈️👔

17/04/2026

🏭 Our final company visit: FORNET Amsterdam!

We are concluding our tour series at one of Amsterdam's most renowned names in premium textile care. FORNET Amsterdam represents the perfect blend of international standards and local craftsmanship. 🇳🇱✨

Our delegates are getting an inside look at how they maintain their reputation for high-end quality, specialized garment care, and customer-centric service. It’s an inspiring example of how a modern retail brand stays at the top of its game. 💎👔

17/04/2026

🏭 Visiting MedoClean – Innovation in Medical Textile Care!

Our final day of company visits has begun at MedoClean. 🏥 We are getting a firsthand look at how cutting-edge technology and rigorous processes meet the highest global hygiene standards.

In an era where safety and traceability are paramount, seeing this level of operational excellence in medical textile services is inspiring for our international delegates. A true benchmark for the industry! 🛡️✨

17/04/2026

📍 The final day of GBPA 2026 is here!

We are wrapping up an incredible week in Amsterdam with a day focused on operational excellence and global celebration. Today’s program:

🏭 Company Visit: MedoClean (10:15) – Exploring advanced medical and industrial textile care.

🏭 Company Visit: FORNET Amsterdam (12:15) – A look at high-end retail innovation.

🎉 See You Amsterdam – Hello Milan Party! (13:30) – Our grand farewell as we look ahead to the next chapter.

It’s been a journey of innovation and connection. Let's make this final day count! 🚀

16/04/2026

✅ What. A. Day. 🏆

Day 3 was unforgettable. From groundbreaking AI innovations and the Roadmap 2050 to the grand Global Best Practices Award Ceremony—the future of PTC is here. 🥇✨

Congratulations to all the winners for setting new global benchmarks! Tomorrow: final company visits and the farewell party.

Operating a global PTC network with certification programs, business school, and industry awards.

16/04/2026

🍽️ The Special GBPA 2026 Dinner is underway!

After an exhilarating afternoon of awards and innovation, it’s time to celebrate! We are currently enjoying a magnificent evening in Amsterdam with our finalists, winners, and partners from every corner of the globe. 🥂🌍

Tonight is about more than just trophies; it’s about the incredible community of Professional Textile Care. We are celebrating the friendships, partnerships, and shared visions that will drive our industry toward 2050. What a spectacular way to conclude this landmark event! ✨🏆