International Textile Limited

What International Textile Limited does

International Textile Limited (ITL) is a privately held, vertically integrated textile manufacturer established in 1970 and headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. The company manufactures MJS yarn (counts 10s–60s), terry towels, bathrobes, institutional apparel (scrub suits, patient gowns, surgical clothing, work wear), hotel and restaurant linen (napkins, table tops, aprons, kitchen sets), and kitchen textile products. Core operations span spinning — including Murata Jet Spinning (MJS) technology with 17 jet frames — warping and sizing, weaving on air-jet and shuttleless rapier looms with Dobby and Jacquard attachments, wet processing using reactive, disperse, and vat dyeing, automated cutting and long-hemming stitching across 400 machines, finishing, and warehousing. All manufacturing is conducted in-house at facilities in Korangi, Karachi, supported by self-generated power.

ITL operates a B2B export-oriented business model, selling directly to tier-one global brands in the hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors across the United States, Canada, the European Union (including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and the Netherlands), Australia, the United Arab Emirates, and South Africa. Revenue is generated through manufactured goods sales on a quote-based pricing model determined by order volume, specifications, and customer requirements; no publicly disclosed pricing exists. The company reports an annual turnover of approximately $100 million, a daily towel production capacity of 50 tons, and a workforce of over 1,500 employees across its business units (Terry, MJS, and Institutional Apparel, plus Kitchen). Quality and social compliance are supported by ISO-9001, SA-8000, and BSCI certifications, alongside ESG positioning via the Net Zero Pakistan program and a formal Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment with a two-year roadmap window.

Name

International Textile Limited

Legal name

International Textile Limited

Website

https://internationaltextile.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

International Textile Limited is a privately held, vertically integrated textile manufacturer founded in 1970 in Karachi, Pakistan, producing MJS yarn, terry towels, bathrobes, institutional garments, and hotel/restaurant linen for tier-one global brands across hospitality, healthcare, and retail in over a dozen export markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Terry Towels & Textile Made-ups

NAICS

Broadwoven Fabric Mills (31321), Curtain and Linen Mills (31412), Textile Furnishings Mills (3141), Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills (31311)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments (2320)

akta.pro primary industry

Hospitality & Institutional Home Textiles Manufacturing (Hotel/Hospital Bedding & Towels) (IMAOAKAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical & Hygiene Technical Textiles (Gauze/Drapes/Wipes/Barrier Fabrics) (IMAOADAD), Sewing Thread Manufacturing (IMAOAAAH), Bed Linen & Bedding Manufacturing (Sheets/Pillowcases/Duvet Covers/Comforters/Blankets) (IMAOAKAA)

Keywords

• Yarn manufacturing
• Terry towel production
• Textile made-ups
• Institutional apparel
• Hotel linen supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Karachi

HQ country

Pakistan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Textile Manufacturing and Export: Vertically integrated textile manufacturer producing towels, textile made-ups, garments, and hotel/restaurant linen. Primary revenue from manufacturing and exporting high-quality textile products to tier-one global brands in the US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, and UAE markets.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

International Textile Limited is a vertically integrated textile manufacturer producing terry towels, MJS (Murata Jet Spinning) yarn, garments, and institutional made-ups including hotel and restaurant linen, work wear, and kitchen products. Operations span yarn spinning, warping, weaving (air-jet and Picanol looms), wet processing, and stitching under one roof. Output is supplied to tier-one global brands in hospitality, healthcare, and retail across North America, Europe, the UK, Australia, and the Middle East.

Product overview

International Textile Limited is a vertically integrated textile manufacturer specializing in terry towels and made-ups, garments, and hotel/restaurant linen. The company operates three main business units: Terry (towels and bathrobes), MJS Yarn (Murata Jet Spinning technology), and Institutional Apparel (scrub suits and patient gowns). Their manufacturing process spans from spinning to finishing, including warping, sizing, weaving, wet processing, stitching, and warehousing. The product portfolio centers on terry towels as the core business, complemented by healthcare and hospitality garments, and restaurant linen products serving global tier-one brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• $100 million annual turnover demonstrates commercial scale and market acceptance
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Labour Organization (ILO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with ILO on Sustainable Capacity Development Program offering 12 months of learning opportunities including classroom training, interactive workshops, and on-site implementation support led by international consultants from the Kaizen Institute. Focus areas include productivity enhancement, quality improvement, social and labor standards compliance, occupational safety and health, environmental protection, and contemporary management techniques.
• The Citizens Foundation (TCF)coreOthersPartnership to provide free educational services to two TCF campuses, focused on breaking barriers of illiteracy and gender bias for girls from underprivileged backgrounds. The company contributes to quality education and empowerment of young minds in underserved communities.
• Net Zero Pakistan ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud signatory of Net Zero Pakistan Program, committing to minimize carbon emissions in line with Paris Agreement goals with efforts to reduce carbon footprint significantly by 2050.
• Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormal commitment with SBTi for Net Zero Program with a two-year timeframe to prepare and submit comprehensive carbon footprint roadmap with the objective of achieving carbon neutrality.
• Kaizen InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational consultants from Kaizen Institute leading implementation support for the Sustainable Capacity Development Program at International Textile Limited.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Welspun India: India's largest terry towel and home textiles manufacturer, supplying tier-one global retailers and hospitality brands worldwide. Directly comparable to ITL on product mix (towels, bedding), vertical integration, and global B2B export model.
• Trident Group: Indian vertically integrated textile manufacturer producing yarn, terry towels, and home textiles for global brands. Comparable on integrated yarn-to-finished-goods model, towel focus, and tier-one retail/hospitality customer base.
• Standard Textile: US-headquartered manufacturer of terry towels, bathrobes, and institutional linens for hotels and healthcare. Closely comparable on hospitality and healthcare customer segments and finished linen product portfolio.
• Nishat Group: Pakistan's largest integrated textile conglomerate producing yarn, fabric, towels, and home textiles. Direct domestic peer in the same geography, same vertical-integration model, and same global B2B export orientation.
• Alok Industries: Indian vertically integrated textile manufacturer producing home textiles, towels, and apparel fabrics for global export. Comparable vertical integration and B2B export focus, though ITL is narrower in product range.
• Kohinoor Textile Mills: Pakistani integrated yarn and home textile manufacturer with similar spinning and weaving capabilities. Direct domestic peer competing for similar tier-one export contracts.

Broad incumbents

• Medline Industries: Global healthcare-focused manufacturer and distributor of medical textiles, patient gowns, and surgical apparel. Overlaps with ITL's institutional apparel/healthcare garments segment at significantly larger scale.

Regional players

• American Textile Company: US-based bedding and home textiles manufacturer serving North American retail and hospitality channels. Comparable on end-markets (home textiles, hospitality) but operates in a different geography and does not directly compete in Pakistan/EU export lanes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/itl_pakistan

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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