Textile Arabia, with 120 national and international exhibitors showcasing apparel, machinery, clothes and latest equipment and technology from Germany, Italy, France, Pakistan, the UAE, Taiwan and other countries, began on Tuesday. The exhibition, which ends on March 28, was opened by Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) Vice Chairman Mazen Batterjee at Jeddah International Centre for Forums and Events.
The exhibition, which has the participation of businessmen and investors, and especially those interested in textiles, is organized by Al-Harithy Company for Exhibition (ACE) in cooperation with the JCCI. Batterjee points out such exhibitions contribute to the development of the Kingdom’s textile industry.
The size of ready-made clothes and textiles market in Saudi Arabia is estimated at SR10 billion. The Saudi market imports over 85,000 tons of textiles and readymade garments, 90 per cent of which is imported from Italy, France, Thailand, Taiwan and China, in addition to some Arab countries.
Textile Arabia focuses on the immense market potential as a comprehensive event representing all areas of the transport, import/export and manufacturing cycle. The dedicated textiles machinery and accessories show provides a platform for textiles and fabrics, fibers and abayas, thoubs and ghuthras, leather goods, home furnishings, textile dyes and treatments as well as machinery and related services.
Ihram for men and abayas for women form a large section of this expanding market due to the increasing number of Haj and Umrah pilgrims. Tents and towels are also in great demand.
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