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Monday, 08 February 2010 |
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Makers in these Zhejiang cities bank on strong design capability as they focus on models made of synthetic fibers to boost sales. Combining to account for about 50 percent of Zhejiang's 5,000-strong supplier base, Hangzhou and Huzhou are the key sourcing centers for sweaters and pullovers in the province. Zhejiang is actually China's second-largest manufacturing hub for the line, following Guangdong province. |
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Monday, 18 January 2010 |
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Suppliers are countering deep discounts through the precise planning of production lines and material consumption. Makers of women's underwear in China are implementing cost controls as price competition intensifies within the industry. While consumer demand remains weak, suppliers are facing pressure from buyers to lower quotes. In fact, Guangdong Weiermei Underwear Co. Ltd and Zhejiang Huinongsi Knitting Underwear Co. Ltd, two companies interviewed for this report, have decreased prices in the past quarter. Reductions in the latter even reached 20 percent, merely allowing the manufacturer to break even. All other featured exporters kept prices stable. |
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Tuesday, 29 December 2009 |
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Emphasis on an upmarket move is key to surviving economic challenges. China suppliers of suits and separates are leveraging years of OEM experience and importing advanced equipment as they move steadily toward upscale production. This comes despite being affected negatively by economic challenges, which pulled January to September 2009 exports down 24 percent to 164.3 million pieces. |
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Wednesday, 28 October 2009 |
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Concern over excessive levels of hazardous substances has makers doubling efforts to meet stricter standards.
Heightened awareness over the safety of garment trimmings has China makers reevaluating certain steps in the production process. |
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Tuesday, 20 October 2009 |
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Despite optimistic prospects, capability upgrade measures remain in place to stave off unexpected challenges.
China's women's wear industry is seeing signs of recovery, with several suppliers projecting up to 10 percent export growth by year-end. |
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Monday, 12 October 2009 |
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Sleepwear makers in China are moving upmarket in order to avoid price competition in the low end. |
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Wednesday, 07 October 2009 |
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Information campaigns on the production and uses of the textile aim to spur orders despite price sensitivity.
Suppliers of recycled PET fabrics in Taiwan are implementing various marketing strategies to generate interest in the line. |
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Monday, 05 October 2009 |
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Aggressive product development, and strict adherence to internal and industry standards drive upscale shift.
Continuous emphasis on R&D and product quality has given Jiaxing an edge over other areas in China offering women's coats and jackets.
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Thursday, 24 September 2009 |
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Measures implemented on a local and national scale are helping makers weather global trading difficulties.
Although impacted heavily by the global financial downturn, China's sweaters and pullovers industry has been able to stay relatively stable due in part to support from the national and local governments.
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Thursday, 24 September 2009 |
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As shipments to traditional destinations decline, makers shift their focus to emerging economies such as Russia and the Middle East.
Faced with several growth-hindering challenges, manufacturers of denim garments in China are adopting various measures to stay competitive. |
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Thursday, 10 September 2009 |
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Standardized examination and labeling on shipments and downstream goods promote the use of fabrics from the island.
The Taiwan Textile Federation has introduced the Taiwan Functional Textiles certification program to help local suppliers promote their designs through various channels. |
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Wednesday, 02 September 2009 |
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To encourage overseas orders, makers are limiting price increases and reducing delivery time. New markets are also explored.
China suppliers of T-shirts and polo shirts are varying production and export strategies under efforts to stimulate sales amid the current economic climate. |
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Tuesday, 01 September 2009 |
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Makers are improving their capability to adopt design trends quickly in order to keep revenue on the upswing.
China's underwear industry continues to post steady growth in spite of the current economic climate. |
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Monday, 24 August 2009 |
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As the higher VAT refund yields minimal benefits, makers are beefing up R&D teams and looking for local clients.
Not wanting to bank solely on government aid, China suppliers of women's shorts and pants are exploring alternative measures to boost overseas sales amid a challenging trade environment. |
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Wednesday, 12 August 2009 |
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While some makers have folded due to the global slump, others are coping by shifting to the high end and relocating facilities.
Home to approximately 5,000 makers of sports apparel, China is accountable for more than 60 percent of global supply in the line |
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