Zenith Hopes Continual Investment Will Make it a Global Player
Calcutta, India — Zenith Textiles, a division of Zenith Exports Limited, which manufactures silk decorative fabrics, is hoping to break into contract and residential markets on the merits of its made-ups and specifically its cushion covers.… Read more.January 5, 2001
Fabric Treatments Bring Sweet Smells into the Bedroom
Rochdale, Lancashire (UK) —Textile printing firm Alexander Drew has developed a new range of fabric treatments claimed to help keep bathrooms and kitchens free of germs and bring the scent of romance to the bedroom. The Rochdale-based… Read more.January 5, 2001
Portuguese Textiles To Showcase Potential As Partnerland
The international image of Portuguese textiles is improving and the country has become increasingly important in global markets. With a population of just 10 million, Portugal has in recent years looked to rest of Europe and the U.S.A., as… Read more.January 5, 2001
Adalberto Aims For Global Market Share for its Own Brand
Santo Tirso, Rebordıes (Portugal) — Textile printer, dyer and finisher Adalberto Estampados is reaping the rewards of a major investment program and the establishment of its own collection of home textiles as well as fashion fabrics.… Read more.January 5, 2001
Embroidery Technology Leads Borfil's Drive Into Export Markets
Guimarães (Portugal) — With some of the most up-to-date embroidery technology anywhere in Europe, bedlinen producer Borfil has increased turnover tenfold in just six years. Virtually all this growth has been in exports. Today, the… Read more.January 5, 2001
Agratil Invests Steadily, Hatches Plans to Increase Export
Milheirós, Maia (Portugal) —Established in 1962, upholstery and decorative fabrics manufacturer Agratil has been quietly but steadily investing in machinery and developing its export markets. Perhaps best known for its jacquard upholstery… Read more.January 5, 2001
Penedo Shoots For 'Italian Look and Fashion' at Lower Prices
Mascotelos, Guimarães (Portugal) — Téxteis Penedo is shoring up its export effort with particular attention to Japan, according to Xavier Leite, general manager. "We have reinforced exports to Asia as well as to countries like… Read more.January 5, 2001
Mundotextil Plans to Build Own Facilities, Brand in Key Markets
Caldas de Vizela (Portugal) — With a turnover of around $40 million in 1999, Mundotéxtil is the second largest Portuguese producer and exporter of terry towels. The company's product range includes piece-dyed towels and double jacquards… Read more.January 5, 2001
