Texworld USA is has announced the return of the Proexport Colombia pavilion at the July 2014 show. Proexport is the Colombian Government Trade Bureau responsible for promoting foreign investment, international tourism and non-traditional exports.

“We are excited to announce that Colombia will be participating in Texworld USA for the second consecutive year. In the seventeenth edition of this important sourcing event, you will find exhibit booths featuring the top Colombian companies in the industry,” commented Sylvia Reyes, Apparel and Textiles Director USA, Proexport Colombia.

“Our companies offer efficient solutions for sourcing and manufacturing in a variety of categories and in different capacities, fast replenishment response, as well as printing, finishing and value-added processes not easily found in other production hubs.”

Major supplier

Colombia’s textile and apparel industry has over 100 years of experience in manufacturing and production of apparel textiles and is a major supplier in the global market. Since the signing of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in 2012, Colombia and the US, have both benefited from increased trade opportunities and substantial growth potential in the garment and textile industries.

The apparel industry has become one of Colombia’s fastest growing sectors experiencing a 34.6% growth between May 2012 and December 2013. According to Proexport Colombia, between May 2012 and December 2013, 209 textile and apparel companies had first time exports to the United States as a direct result of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Made in Americas

Sylvia Reyes, Apparel and Textiles Director USA, Proexport Colombia, will be a featured speaker at Texworld USA presenting ‘Made in Americas’.

This complimentary seminar will discuss market demands for supply chain flexibility and the elimination of constraints by working with suppliers located in the Western Hemisphere.

Best apparel fabric suppliers

There are currently over 800 Colombian companies providing a wide array of apparel textiles and accessories.

The Proexport Colombia pavilion will feature six of the country’s apparel fabric and accessory suppliers covering a wide range of categories, including lingerie, sleepwear, men’s and women’s sportswear, swimwear, special occasion, leather and apparel accessories.

Kristy Meade, Group Show Director, Messe Frankfurt, commented: “We are proud to welcome back Proexport Colombia to the summer edition of Texworld USA. Proexport’s continued support helps us reinforce our message that Texworld USA remains dedicated to providing our attendees access to the best apparel fabric suppliers from around the world.”

Herra Jes Dudi S.A.S.

Herra Jes Dudi utilises the latest technology combined with years of experience to produce the finest buckles, buttons and fasteners for the apparel and footwear industry.

Tejidos Gulfer

In business for over 50 years, Tejidos Gulfer has become the Colombian leader in tricot, raschel and circular knitting for elastic and non-elastic apparel fabrics.

Finotex

This company has a 30 year history of producing quality labels for branded products. Its specialties include printed labels, jacquard ribbons, heat transfers and paper products.

Vila S.A.S.

Vila S.A.S. focuses on innovation and quality to deliver the best products available for lingerie and swimwear. The company’s product line includes moulding cups, fasteners, foams and accessories.

Cavicueros S.A.S.

This company specialises in the embroidery of men’s and women’s apparel, footwear, linens and leather goods.

Lafayette

Lafayette has a rich history of over 70 years in textile manufacturing. Its fully integrated system includes knitting, weaving and finishing services.

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