An established apparel manufacturer and exporter, Shahi Exports has partnered with Taiwan-based synthetic sportswear fabric manufacturer, Little King Global to set up a new processing unit for synthetic fabrics in Shimoga, Karnataka. This collaboration aims to boost employment opportunities in Shimoga's manufacturing sector.

To be fully operational by year-end, the production facility will initially produce 500 tons of synthetic fabrics per month. In future, it aims to double its production capacity to 1,000 tons per month.

Besides being committed to continuous improvement, product development and capacity expansion, the company also aims to make a significant contribution toemployment generation across the country," states Ramalingam T, CEO -Knits Division, Shahi Exports.

Founded in 1974 by Sarla Ahuja, Shahi Exports currently operates three fabric processing mills and over 50 apparel manufacturing facilities across eight states in India, employing over 96,000 people. The company is poised to leverage advanced technologies, cost-effective production, and skilled talent at its Shimoga plant. Once operational, the plant will offer recycled, responsive, and resilient services to customers, says Bruce Liao, Vice-President, Little King Global.

Headquartered in Taiwan, Little King Global Co specialises in the manufacture of synthetic, circular knit fabrics for activewear, outdoor wear, and sports clothing. The company also offers services such as yarn texturising, dyeing, knitting, and post-finishing treatments, including lamination, sublimation printing, and digital printing.