Borgini Jersey

What Borgini Jersey does

Borgini Jersey S.r.l. is an Italian family-owned circular knit fabric manufacturer founded in 1973 and headquartered in Cassina Rizzardi in the Como textile district. The company operates a fleet of more than 70 specialized circular knitting machines spanning single-fronture (fineness 28–50), double-fronture (fineness 20–44), and jacquard looms, enabling it to produce a broad portfolio including sport fabrics, beachwear fabrics, athleisure, underwear/intimate apparel, bonded double-face fabrics, and specialty technical textiles such as the JUPITER cut-resistant fabric. It also operates a Green Line of recycled and biodegradable fabrics (recycled polyester, recycled polyamide, biodegradable polyester and elastomer) and integrates third-party treatments such as HeiQ Smart Temp for thermoregulation.

The company's commercial model is B2B fabric sales to apparel brands, executed through direct sales, a network of sales agents, and participation in international textile trade shows including Performance Days (Munich), MarediModa (Cannes), and Future Textile (Paris). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company supports buyers with downloadable product brochures, a website product catalog, and a 72-color stock service on its beachwear line for rapid delivery. Customers span premium cycling (Assos, Castelli, Velocio Apparel, Kalas), running (Tracksmith), golf (Titleist), mountain sports (Maloja), hosiery (Falke), and other sportswear brands.

Borgini Jersey holds a stack of independently audited certifications — GRS (ICEA-TX-799), GOTS (GOTS-29436), OCS, RWS, Product Class I Annex 4 (certificate 963788.O), and FIS 3-star — which are increasingly required by European apparel brand supply chains. Revenue, funding, and ownership are not disclosed beyond stated share capital of €750,000 and family ownership via Mauro Borgini (Data Controller). Operations are active, with an updated website, current trade-show calendar, and recent product introductions through 2025–2026.

Name

Borgini Jersey

Legal name

Borgini Jersey S.r.l.

Website

https://borgini.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Borgini Jersey is an Italian family-owned manufacturer of circular knit fabrics serving B2B apparel brands. Founded in 1973 and based in Como, it produces technical sports, beachwear, athleisure, underwear, and sustainable textiles for premium international brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Textile Manufacturing

NAICS

Knit Fabric Mills (313240), Apparel Knitting Mills (3151)

SIC

Knitting Mills (2250)

akta.pro primary industry

Knitted Fabric Mills (IMAOABAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Technical Fabric Mills (Performance/Protective/Medical Substrates) (IMAOABAH)

Keywords

• Circular knit fabrics
• Textile manufacturing
• Sportswear fabrics
• Beachwear fabrics
• Sustainable fabrics

Headquarters

HQ city

Como

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fabric Sales (B2B): Direct B2B sales of circular knit fabrics to fashion, sportswear, beachwear, and underwear manufacturers. Revenue generated through product orders with stock service availability and custom manufacturing capabilities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Borgini Jersey manufactures circular knit fabrics for B2B apparel clients, operating more than 70 single-fronture, double-fronture, and jacquard looms from its Como-area headquarters. Its product range spans sport, beachwear, athleisure, fashion apparel, bonded, underwear, and specialty technical fabrics (including the JUPITER cut-resistant fabric), supported by an in-house 72-color stock service and sustainability certifications.

Product overview

Borgini Jersey is a leading manufacturer of circular knitting jersey fabrics founded in 1973, operating as one of the main producers of circular knit fabrics globally. The company offers a diversified portfolio organized into distinct product categories: Sport Fabrics for athletic performance wear; Beachwear/Mare Fabrics for swim and beach applications; Green Line for eco-sustainable recycled and biodegradable fabrics; Athleisure Fabrics for active lifestyle wear; Clothing Fabrics for fashion apparel; Bonded Fabrics combining two fabrics into one; and Underwear Fabrics for intimate and technical base layers. The company also produces specialty technical fabrics like JUPITER for cut-resistant safety applications. Featured technology includes HeiQ Smart Temp treatment across multiple fabric lines for thermoregulation. The product portfolio spans recycled polyester, recycled polyamide, merino wool blends, and synthetic fiber constructions, serving sports, fashion, beachwear, and technical underwear markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fashion Jersey by Borgini: High fashion jersey fabrics combining dimensional stability of jersey with noble fibers for high-end fashion applications.

Products and services

• JUPITER Cut-Resistant Fabric High-performance cut-resistant circular knit fabric made from 47% aramid fibre, 19% polyester, 15% polyamide, and 3% elastane. Certified FIS 3-star and compliant with Level D of UNI EN ISO cut resistance certification, designed for professional safety apparel and winter sports racing suits.
• Green Line Eco-Sustainable Fabrics Eco-sustainable fabric line incorporating post-consumer recycled materials (recycled polyamide and recycled polyester) and biodegradable polyester and elastomer. Certified by ICEA under GRS (Global Recycled Standard), GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), OCS (Organic Content Standard), and RWS (Responsible Wool Standard). Targeted at sustainability-focused apparel brands.
• Sport Fabrics (Tessuti Sportivi) Technical circular knit fabrics for sportswear and athletic apparel, offering performance features including breathability, muscle control, UV protection, and quick-drying. Supports sportswear, performance apparel, cycling, running, winter sports, and outdoor activity brands.
• Beachwear/Mare Fabrics Circular knit fabrics for swimwear, beachwear, and resort apparel. Available in stock service with 72 colors across 5 different base fabric options, providing UV protection (UPF 50+), chlorine resistance, quick-drying, and color brilliance for prints.
• Athleisure Fabrics Circular knit fabrics combining comfort, four-way stretch, breathability, muscle control, and sustainability credentials for athleisure, activewear, yoga, fitness, and casual sports clothing applications.
• Clothing Fabrics (Tessuti Abbigliamento) Wide assortment of circular knit fabric articles in various colors and compositions for fashion apparel, dresses, and general clothing applications, including high fashion jersey fabrics (Fashion Jersey by Borgini) combining dimensional stability of jersey with noble fibers.
• Bonded Fabrics (Tessuti Accoppiati) Bonded (coupled) circular knit fabrics created by combining two fabrics with different polymer characteristics into a single double-face construction, offering enhanced functionality through combined properties.
• Underwear Fabrics (Tessuti Intimo) Breathable circular knit fabrics designed as a second skin that do not irritate the skin, suitable for intimate apparel, lingerie, and technical underwear. Incorporates antibacterial properties, moisture management, and skin-friendly materials such as micromodal and merino wool blends.
• Smart Temp Treated Fabrics HeiQ Smart Temp treated circular knit fabrics providing dynamic temperature regulation and comfort across multiple fabric constructions (jersey, mesh, and fleece lines), responding to body temperature for all-day performance.

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MITI Group: Italian manufacturer of circular knit fabrics for sportswear, athleisure, and underwear with strong sustainability credentials. Directly comparable in product portfolio, certifications, and end markets.
• Pontetorto: Tuscan circular knit specialist producing technical fleece, thermal, and sportswear fabrics. Comparable in technical-knit positioning and European premium sportswear customer base.
• Carvico: Italian circular knit mill focused on performance fabrics for sportswear, swimwear, and athleisure, with strong sustainability positioning. Competes head-to-head with Borgini in circular knit fabric for premium apparel brands.
• Sitip: Italian warp and circular knit technical fabric producer for sportswear, athleisure, and technical apparel. Comparable in knit technology, performance fabric positioning, and B2B European sales model.
• Tessitura Delmay: Italian circular knit fabric mill serving fashion, sportswear, and intimate apparel with technical and stretch fabrics. Comparable mid-sized Italian competitor with overlapping customer base.
• Eurojersey: Italian manufacturer of circular knit technical fabrics (Sensitive Fabrics line) for sportswear, swimwear, intimates, and ready-to-wear. Direct competitor in the same circular knit, Como-area, performance-fabric category serving overlapping apparel brands.
• Jersey Lomellina: Italian circular knit fabric producer specializing in stretch, technical, and eco-friendly fabrics for sportswear, swimwear, and lingerie. Closely comparable in product range, customer type, and European B2B go-to-market.
• Maglificio Ripa: Italian knit fabric manufacturer focused on technical, performance, and circular knit fabrics for premium sportswear and fashion brands. Comparable in premium positioning and European customer base.
• Brugnoli Giovanni: Italian circular knit fabric manufacturer serving sportswear, intimate apparel, and swimwear with stretch and technical fabrics. Highly overlapping product and customer profile with Borgini.

Regional players

• Tessuti & Tessuti: Italian textile supplier of circular knit and woven fabrics for fashion, sportswear, and beachwear. Comparable product mix with a stronger emphasis on distribution and finished textile supply.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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