In recent months, increased international demand has revived garment production in Tirupur, driving up yarn demand from textile mills. Retail buyers from Bangladesh are exploring sourcing opportunities in Tirupur, with several conducting audits in anticipation of orders in six months. Nearly 90% of garment units in the region are operating at full capacity.
However, many units still use outdated machinery, prompting manufacturers to invest in newer, AI-equipped machines that offer 30% greater efficiency. The shift in buyer preferences toward larger retailers has increased the demand for units with at least 150 machines to secure orders. As a result, manufacturers adapting to these changes are thriving.
Fabric imports have risen to 18% to meet buyer demands, and small spinning mills, which were hit by a two-year slump, are now seeing an order revival, operating near full capacity. Industry leaders urge the government to remove cotton import duties and ease quality control norms to seize international opportunities.
Despite these gains, the weaving sector struggles with slow orders and price challenges for auto looms. Exports to Bangladesh are also facing delays due to payment issues, which may take months to resolve.
