This strategic investment is aimed at significantly reducing lead times and enhancing the availability of high-quality, locally produced interlinings for the fast-evolving apparel sector in India and South Asia.
The expansion increases the facility’s manufacturing area from 40,000 to 60,000 sqft and introduces specialised production lines for 100% cotton interlinings and 100% polyester interlinings. These new lines enable local production of Chinese-equivalent polyester bi-elastic shirt and polyester woven interlinings, meeting rising demand for innovative, premium materials with faster delivery.
Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, the extended facility also enhances quality assurance and accelerates production processes. Lead times for Indian manufacturers will be reduced from the six to eight weeks required for China imports to just one to two weeks with local production. Additionally, customers can expect a cost advantage compared to duty-paid imported goods.
‘This expansion marks a milestone in our 27-year journey in India and in our role as a trusted partner in our customers’ growth. When our customers gain speed and margin, we all succeed,’ said Freudenberg CEO Dr Andreas Raps.
‘This investment reflects our deep commitment to India’s apparel industry. By localising production of our advanced bi-elastic shirt and polyester woven interlinings, we’re not only improving speed-to-market but also empowering Indian apparel manufacturers to compete more effectively on the global stage,’ said Jonathan Oh, senior vice president and general manager of Freudenberg Performance Materials’ global apparel division.
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