WHY TURKEY
In recent years the relationship between the Turkish hosiery industry and its EU and US customers started to go from strength to strength. As a result, it is not surprising to see Made in Turkey labels on hosiery products of the leading brands.
Main Advantages
Raw Materials
Richness in basic raw materials (ranked seventh in the world with the annual cotton production and production of synthetic and artificial fibers in substantial amounts)
Ethical
Giving importance to quality, environment and human health, sensitivity on working conditions of workers.
Short Lead Times
Short logistics period due to geographical proximity.
Well-developed
ell-developed hosiery industry.
Free Trade
Customs Union agreement with the European Union and free trade agreements with many other countries.
Proximity
Geographical proximity to main markets, especially European markets.
Qualified Labor
Qualified and well-educated labor force.
Policies
Liberal trade policies.