Trident Group Highlights Innovation-Led Growth at Bharat Tex

With 17+ patents and over ₹100 crore invested in R&D, Trident Group outlines its next phase of growth through innovation, design and manufacturing excellence.

Trident Group, a global conglomerate and a leading name in the home textiles industry, has outlined its next phase of growth at Bharat Tex 2026, focusing on innovation, manufacturing excellence and sustainable value creation.

The Group’s theme for the event, ‘The Expression of Living,’ reflected its vision for the future of home textiles, with a focus on textile innovation, contemporary design and changing consumer lifestyles.

Building on its FY26 performance, Trident is focusing on maximising the potential of its existing assets, expanding digitalisation across operations and strengthening its research and development capabilities. Despite global headwinds, the company maintained a stable revenue base during FY26.

To strengthen its innovation ecosystem, Trident has established a dedicated Innovation Cell and invested over ₹100 crore in advanced R&D and environmental performance. The company’s innovation platform is supported by 17+ patents and 147 trademarks, driving developments in advanced fibre blends, functional finishes and high-performance yarns for premium and niche markets.

Padma Shri Dr. Rajinder Gupta, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and Chairman Emeritus, Trident Group, said, “As the global textile industry converges at Bharat Tex 2026, India is no longer simply participating in the conversation​. It is helping shape the future of global textiles. In just three editions, Bharat Tex has emerged as one of the world’s most significant textile platforms​. By bringing together the entire textile value chain, it has created unparalleled opportunities for global brands, buyers, innovators and manufacturers to connect, collaborate and build the future together. At Trident, we believe that the future of the industry lies at the intersection of innovation, design and craftsmanship. Through ‘The Expression of Living,’ we are proud to showcase how purposeful innovation and world-class design can redefine modern living while carrying India’s rich creative heritage to the world. Our partnership with NIFT is central to this vision; together, we are nurturing India’s design talent, strengthening the country’s design ecosystem, and taking Indian creations to global markets.”

As part of the Group’s broader design strategy, myTrident, its flagship home décor brand, unveiled upcoming festive collections and new home décor ranges at Bharat Tex 2026. The brand also introduced Torani for myTrident, Karan Torani’s first home décor collaboration, along with the second edition of Shivan & Narresh for myTrident.

The launches highlighted myTrident’s focus on design-led collaborations that combine contemporary creativity, Indian craftsmanship and cultural storytelling in premium home décor.

Neha Gupta Bector, Chairperson, myTrident, said, “The theme, ‘The Expression of Living’, reflected our belief that the home is an extension of who we are, and every space should tell a story. Through this showcase, we brought together thoughtful design, craftsmanship and creativity to demonstrate how home décor is evolving beyond functionality into a form of personal expression. Our collaborations with Karan Torani and Shivan & Narresh, alongside our latest festive collections, reflected our vision of creating spaces that celebrate individuality while remaining rooted in Indian design and craftsmanship.”

Rajneesh Bhatia, CEO of myTrident, said, “Bharat Tex 2026 signals India’s growing textile footprint, with this year’s exhibition being comparable to others across the world that’ve been around far longer. We are increasing our retail touch points from the current 7,000 to 10,000. This expansion will solidify our position as a leading home furnishings brand in India and broaden our footprint across domestic market. To drive further growth, we’re focusing on key opportunities in HORECA & institutions, where we aim to capture the largest market share, and also focus on expanding our gifting solutions portfolio.”

Through ‘The Expression of Living,’ Trident Group brought together innovation, design and craftsmanship at Bharat Tex 2026. The Group is entering its next phase of growth with a continued focus on purposeful innovation, world-class design and sustainable value creation across home textile and décor markets.