India is one of the top textile exporting nations in the world. Whether it be readymade garments, raw fibre, fabrics, or sustainable materials, Indian textiles are prized heavily in the global textile market. As such, India exported US$ 41,100 million worth of textiles in 2022. (source). India’s lasting success in the global textile market is scripted by the large-scale companies operating in and outside the country. They bring business to the Indian textile market through both exports and setting up their branches in foreign nations.
Below we look at some of the Indian companies that are making a name for themselves in the global textile market, both through exports and by setting up foreign offices.
1) Arvind Limited
A part of the Lalbhai Group, Arvind Limited is a notable name in the Indian textile market. Its global presence is only increasing as its clothes get exported more and more. Some of the markets where Arvind Limited has found success include Hong Kong and the U.S.
Apart from export, Arvind Limited has also etched its name in the global market through collaborations with world-famous brands like Banana Republic and Gap. Arvind is especially known for its cotton-based apparel, such as denim and wovens.
2) Raymond Limited
Raymond is equated with fashionable suits and sleek businesswear in India. However, it is not just in India that the brand has found success.
Raymond exports its trademark suiting & shirting, denims, and other apparel to over 55 countries. Some of the major countries that Raymond exports its clothes include the U.S., Japan, and the UK.
The company’s manufacturing capabilities are only increasing, including both in India and outside. As such, the brand has the potential to become the third-largest suit maker in the world. (source)
3) Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Limited
Bombay Dyeing is an Indian textile giant, with its home textiles particularly cherished by the Indian population. The popularity of the company’s textiles is such that its products can also be found throughout the rest of South Asia as well as the Middel East.
Other countries of note that import Bombay Dyeing textiles include New Zealand, Switzerland, and the UK. The brand, owned by Wadia Group, has also set up its own stores in the UAE and Saudi Arabia to capitalize on its apparel and clothinghome textiles’ popularity in the Middle East.
4) Fabindia Ltd.
Fabindia has its roots in the export business, as it started out by exporting home furnishings. While it has now established a strong market presence in India, its foreign business is also considerable.
Fabindia’s products are characterized by their handmade nature. With a greater emphasis on sustainability and slow fashion in the global textile world, this positions Fabindia well in the textile industry. It operates 13 international outlets, including stores in UAE, Italy, Qatar, and China.
5) HI design
Hidesign is one of the premier names for leather goods in India. Such leather goods as pants, handbags, wallets, and many more from the brand are iconic across India. It is also one of the prolific foreign-focused brands out of India.
The brand operates in more than 20 countries outside of India. These include such geographically disparate countries as the U.S., Australia, Kenya, Spain, and Sri Lanka.
6) Nalli Silks
The proliferation of Indians among the global diaspora, has led to greater demand of Indian ethnic clothing around the world. Among the traditional Indian dresses becoming more famous worldwide is the saree.
Nalli Silks is one of the reputable names in the Indian high-end saree segment, with its Kanjivaram sarees being particularly popular. After success in India, the saree brand opened stores in the U.S. and Singapore.
7) Loyal Textile Mills Ltd.
Loyal textiles is an Indian textile company with specialty in the manufacture of a variety of clothes and yarns. They manufacture everything from fabric to garments to home textiles.
The focus of the company is on innovation and constant increase in production capacity. Hence, it engineers innovative clothes & fabrics, with specialization in organic products too. The company exports its products to nearly 50 countries.
Conclusion
It is clear that India plays a key role in the global textile market. Indian companies have already left their mark in the industry and there is scope for more domestic brands to follow in their footsteps. With increasing online sale and clamour for Indian ethnic wear, there are a plethora of opportunities for domestic textile players.
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