Glo-Djigbe Industrial Zone (GDIZ) proudly announces its first export of "Made in Benin" garments to Europe. The initial shipment includes 80,000 children's leggings for the French brand Kiabi. This milestone signifies the start of a promising collaboration between Sipi-Benin and Kiabi, with plans to deliver two million garments in 2024 and 4 million in 2025.
The two-year negotiation culminated in this significant achievement, highlighting Benin's ability to meet international quality standards. Kiabi joins other prestigious brands like The Children’s Place and US PoloAssn in partnering with GDIZ, reinforcing its position as a key textile hub in Africa.
LetondjiBeheton, Managing Director of Sipi-Benin SA, expressed pride in this accomplishment, emphasizing the commitment to promoting Benin's textile industry globally. He noted Kiabi's growing collaboration with Africa for garment production and plans to expand retail presence on the continent.
Penagos Juan, CEO of Kiabi Sourcing, highlighted the alignment with Kiabi's strategy to produce closer to its sales points and praised the partnership with Arise and Benin. Kiabi aims to produce 30 million pieces in Africa, emphasizing sustainability and the use of 100 per cent Made in Africa cotton.
