Uzbekistan becoming new manufacturing hub for global textile brands

A new ambitious player is emerging on the global textile industry map. Uzbekistan, long known as a supplier of high-quality cotton, is now rapidly transforming into a manufacturing hub for internationally renowned brands. This transformation is the outcome of a state policy aimed at industry modernization, attracting investments, and integrating into global supply chains. Dozens of local enterprises are already producing garments for giants such as LC Waikiki, The North Face, and Inditex, proving that Uzbek textiles are no longer just about raw materials, but also about quality, technology, and reliability, according to the Uzbek Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade.

Today, 66 enterprises in Uzbekistan are directly collaborating with international brands. Among them are such well-known companies as LC Waikiki, Prof Max, Terranova, Defacto, and the German brand Murk GmbH & Co KG Mens Fashion.

The growth dynamics are impressive: over the past three years alone, partnerships have been established with more than 80 international brands. This list includes globally recognized names such as The North Face, Engelbert Strauss, Collins, Carrera Jeans, KIABI, Disney, and Inditex (the parent company of Zara, Bershka, and others).

This cooperation is not concentrated in one region but spans the entire country. Leading in the number of enterprises working with international brands are Namangan region — 13 enterprises, Tashkent city — 10, Tashkent region — 8, while Fergana and Samarkand regions each host 7. The combined annual production capacity of these enterprises exceeds 850 thousand tons of textile products, underscoring the country’s serious industrial potential.

Collaboration with global brands brings not only prestige but also tangible economic benefits. In 2024, these enterprises produced 273,000 tons of goods worth 12.9 trillion Uzbek soums. Out of this, 40,100 tons of finished products, valued at USD 435.4 million, were exported.

More than 37,500 jobs have been generated at these enterprises.

Uzbekistan has no intention of slowing down. Within the framework of the 2025 investment program, 20 additional production lines are scheduled to be launched. This will expand annual production capacity by 33 million pieces of ready-made garments and knitwear; 600,000 sq. m of finished fabrics; and 25,000 tons of knitted fabric.

Implementation of these projects is expected to bring an additional USD 73 million in exports, attract USD 84 million in foreign investments, and create over 4,200 new jobs.