Smartex

Smartex develops automated inspection systems for circular knitting textile machines, providing real-time fabric defect detection and quality control for modern textile factories. The company addresses challenges including manual fabric inspection, lack of digitalization, and insufficient traceability in textile manufacturing. Its AI-powered computer vision technology monitors fabric production in real time, identifying defects as they occur to reduce waste, increase productivity, and enhance sustainability. The system integrates with existing knitting machinery to deliver continuous quality assurance without interrupting production. By elevating quality standards and boosting operational efficiency, Smartex transforms traditional textile manufacturing into a data-driven, digitally connected process. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Porto, Portugal, the company has raised approximately $30.2M in Series A funding from investors including HAX, SOSV, DCVC, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Kering, PVH Corp, H&M Group Ventures, E EIC Fund.