Crystal International Group has recently been adopting cutting-edge automation and technology throughout its operations. To accelerate automation solutions and bolster innovation, the group is investing in and newly establishing its first-ever Modernisation Centre in Vietnam, achieving manufacturing excellence with combined expertise.

With the presence of key brand customers at the grand opening ceremony, the 2-floor Modernisation Centre will serve as Crystal’s innovation hub of automated machine development and manufacturing.

Following the inauguration of the centre, the group aims to further modernise all aspects of manufacturing process including cutting, value-added process, sewing, and finishing, through digital and automated solutions. The centre also heavily integrates advanced data analytics systems into operations, underlining the group’s commitment to continuous innovation.

The Modernisation Centre consists of two main areas, one is a smartLAB where machine development and manufacturing, robotic development, as well as custom-making testing and simulation are taken place. Another area showcases various automated applications and digitised techs, including machine modifications and enhancements, robotic loading and unloading, fabric handling and auto-assembly.

Going beyond, the team is planning to expand the centre to allow for developments to be piloted in a production environment that will be equipped with the latest technologies, in order to expedite the scaling up.

In addition to the demonstrated techs at the Modernisation Centre, the Group also deploys digitalisation along the entire manufacturing process, such as digitised printing techniques, auto-sewing, automated heat transfer, auto-ironing, and auto-folding. Artificial intelligence is utilised during inspection, prototyping, and sorting processes. All advanced modernisation initiatives help the company to streamline the operation and earn a winning edge.

Crystal International says it is resolute in the pursuit of digitalisation and manufacturing excellence. This new step is imperative for the group’s digital transformation journey. To stay competitive in light of the evolving expectations from brand customers, the group is paying tremendous effort in developing innovative solutions and leveraging its strength, which boost operational efficiency and productivity.

Building on the success of the Modernisation Centre in Vietnam, the team will work closely with different factories to apply and upgrade process digitalisation. Crystal International will continue to unleash the power of innovation and automation, with a view to becoming a smarter, more intelligent enterprise globally.

Crystal International Group Limited, incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability and registered by way of continuation in the Cayman Islands, is a global leader in the apparel manufacturing industry. Founded in Hong Kong in 1970, the company and its subsidiaries  have a diversified product portfolio categorised into six product segments, namely Lifestyle wear, Denim, Intimate, Sweater, Sportswear and outdoor apparel, and Knitted fabric, with leading positions in corresponding categories. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the group operates a multi-country manufacturing platform, with more than 20 production facilities spanning five countries, namely Vietnam, China, Cambodia, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

The group serves a group of leading global brands, through a highly differentiated “Co-creation” business model, offering value-added services and satisfying its customers through manufacturing excellence, accumulated expertise, promptness of service and advanced innovation. Crystal strives to produce the right products at the right time and at the right cost with exceptional quality. The group maintains a keen focus on sustainability and was ranked 17th out of 50 in the Fortune business magazine “Change the World” list in 2016. The list recognises companies across the world that have made significant social and environmental contributions. The group is striving towards Crystal Sustainability Vision 2030 and Net Zero 2050 Vision.

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