As per Turkish Clothing Manufacturer’s Association (TGSD), the country’s apparel exports of $17 billion would increase to $18 billion this year and reach around $25 billion in five years. Top domestic textile sector players have stressed the importance of environment-friendly and quality products to make the rise in demand sustainable.

Leading apparel supplier Colveta, which every year purchases $46 million worth products from Turkey, plans to raise its purchase to $75 million within five years. The company buys around 30 per cent of its products from Turkey which it plans to raise it to 50 per cent. Hermes Otto aims to increase purchases from Turkey to over $115 million in 2018, a 7 percent growth. Verner, one of the major buyers, would increase its apparel order currently $63 million, by 5 to 10 percent this year. Near East Manufacturing, on the other hand, is ready to increase its $100 million order by 10 percent.