Dondi
Gruppo Dondi is a privately held Italian textile manufacturer founded in 1970 in Carpi, producing premium Made in Italy knit fabrics across three collections for major international fashion brands. The company is majority-owned by Ermenegildo Zegna N.V. and operates 110+ circular knitting machines producing roughly 2 million meters of fabric annually.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1970
- HeadquartersCarpi, Italy
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Dondi does
Gruppo Dondi S.p.a. is a privately held Italian textile manufacturer founded in 1970 by Lauro and Edda Dondi in the Carpi textile district (Fossoli di Carpi, Modena). The company specializes exclusively in 100% Made in Italy knit fabrics, producing approximately 2 million meters of jersey and related textiles per year across three branded collections: Dondi Jersey (jersey fabrics such as Art. Arte, Art. Lana, Art. Georgette), Punto Tessile (specialized textiles including Art. Chambrayluxe, Art. Velvet, Art. Plisse), and Gruppo Dondi (premium tailored fabrics such as Art. Tailoring and Art. Finissimo). Production is fully internal, from design through weaving to quality control, using over 110 high-technology circular knitting machines operated by more than 130 qualified personnel. The company holds a broad portfolio of sustainability certifications (GOTS, GRS, OCS, RCS, RWS, SFA, BCI, FSC, European Flax, ethic•et, ZDHC Supplier to Zero Level 1, Slow Fiber), positioning it for ESG-mandated European and luxury supply chains.
The business operates as a B2B fabric supplier to major international and Italian fashion brands and designers. Go-to-market is conducted through a dedicated direct sales network, with separate Italy ([email protected]) and export ([email protected]) channels, supplemented by presence at major textile fairs including Milano Unica and Future Textile Paris. Geographic reach spans Italy, the United States, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Turkey, and emerging export markets. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through direct quotes per collection. Since July 2019, Gruppo Dondi has operated as a majority-owned subsidiary of Ermenegildo Zegna N.V., the listed luxury menswear group, with the Dondi Capelli family retaining a 35% stake and responsibility for management and creative direction; the company is registered in Italy as a private limited company subject to direction and coordination by Ermenegildo Zegna N.V.
Dondi firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Dondi
- Legal name
- Gruppo Dondi S.p.a.
- Website
- https://gruppodondi.it
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1970
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Gruppo Dondi is a privately held Italian textile manufacturer founded in 1970 in Carpi, producing premium Made in Italy knit fabrics across three collections for major international fashion brands. The company is majority-owned by Ermenegildo Zegna N.V. and operates 110+ circular knitting machines producing roughly 2 million meters of fabric annually.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Dondi industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Knit Fabric Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Knit Fabric Mills (31324)
- SIC
- Knitting Mills (2250)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Greige Woven Fabric Mills (IMAOABAA)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Knitwear & Sweaters Manufacturers (CRAAAAAJ)
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Where Dondi is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Carpi
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Dondi business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Fabric Sales: Sale of high-quality jersey and knitwear fabrics through Dondi Jersey, Punto Tessile, and Gruppo Dondi collections to fashion brands and designers worldwide
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Dondi product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Gruppo Dondi S.p.a. manufactures and sells premium Made in Italy knit and jersey fabrics to international fashion brands and designers. Operating 110+ high-technology circular knitting machines and producing approximately 2 million meters of fabric annually, the company runs a fully internal production process covering design, weaving, and quality control. Its portfolio is delivered under three collections: Dondi Jersey, Punto Tessile, and Gruppo Dondi.
Product overview
Gruppo Dondi is a leading Italian textile manufacturer specializing exclusively in Made in Italy knit fabrics. The company operates three main product collections: Dondi Jersey (jersey fabrics), Punto Tessile (specialized textiles), and Gruppo Dondi (premium tailored fabrics). The company produces approximately 2 million meters of fabric annually using over 110 high-technology circular knitting machines, serving major fashion brands and designers globally across Europe, Japan, USA, and emerging markets. The product portfolio encompasses diverse fabric articles including jersey (Art. Arte, Art. Lana, Art. Georgette, etc.), woven textiles (Art. Mosso, Art. Velvet, Art. Plisse), and tailored fabrics (Art. Tailoring, Art. Finissimo). Production is entirely internal, from design through weaving to quality control.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Dondi Jersey: Jersey fabric collection under Gruppo Dondi
- Punto Tessile
Products and services
- Dondi Jersey Collection Premium jersey fabric collection featuring numerous article styles (e.g., Art. Arte, Art. Ciccio, Art. Dolcissimo, Art. Eighty, Art. Georgette, Art. Lana) targeting high-end fashion brands and designers requiring Made in Italy jersey fabrics.
- Punto Tessile Collection Specialized textile fabric collection including articles such as Chambrayluxe, Brisbane, Concreto, Discovery, Mosso, Panno, Plisse, Sfumato, and Velvet, supplying distinctive textiles to fashion brands.
- Art. Finissimo Premium ultra-fine quality textile product sold under the Gruppo Dondi brand, intended for high-end fashion applications.
- Art. Tailoring Tailoring fabric collection under the Gruppo Dondi brand, designed for formal and tailored garments supplied to menswear and womenswear fashion brands.
Companies that use Dondi
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Dondi technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Dondi partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Dondi competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Brugnoli Giovanni S.p.A. Italian circular knit fabric manufacturer producing premium jersey for fashion brands. Closely comparable to Dondi's core technology (circular knitting), B2B model, and premium jersey segment focus.
- Ratti S.p.A. Italian luxury fabric producer (Marzotto group) specializing in printed and jacquard silks and high-end textiles for leading fashion brands. Directly comparable as a B2B Italian premium fabric supplier to international fashion houses.
- Lanificio Reda: Italian wool and fine fabric mill supplying premium menswear brands internationally. Comparable in B2B fabric production, vertical integration, sustainability credentials, and the Biella/Made in Italy heritage positioning that resonates with Dondi's Carpi identity.
- Canepa S.p.A. Italian silk and luxury fabric mill serving top fashion brands with a strong emphasis on sustainability certifications. Closely comparable in B2B fabric production, premium positioning, and certification-driven go-to-market.
- Successori Reda: Italian fine fabric producer for luxury menswear (wool-focused), part of the Reda group. Comparable as a B2B Italian premium fabric supplier to international fashion brands with strong sustainability credentials.
- Cotonificio Albini: Leading Italian cotton and jersey fabric mill serving premium and luxury fashion brands globally. Highly comparable to Dondi in B2B model, Made in Italy positioning, scale of production, and customer base of top fashion houses.
- Lanificio Colombo: Italian luxury fabric mill (cashmere, wool) producing for high-end fashion and luxury menswear. Comparable in scale, B2B model, premium 'Made in Italy' positioning, and supply relationships with luxury fashion houses.
Broad incumbents
- Loro Piana: Italian luxury fabric and textile producer (LVMH-owned) specializing in premium wools, cashmere, and fine knit-grade fabrics. Comparable in 'Made in Italy' premium positioning, B2B supply to luxury fashion brands, and integration of design and production.
- Marzotto S.p.A. Diversified Italian textile group owning multiple fabric and apparel brands (including Ratti, Guabello, Tessuti di Sondrio). Comparable as a parent-of-Italian-fabric-mills operating model and B2B premium fabric supply to fashion brands.
Emerging players
- Magificio Gran Sasso: Italian knitwear manufacturer producing premium knitted garments. Adjacent to Dondi in the Made in Italy knit supply chain — operates downstream of jersey fabric mills and is a potential customer-type profile for Dondi's fabric.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Dondi social profiles
Digital presenceDondi compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance17 records
Dondi financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Dondi leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Dondi subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Dondi funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Dondi M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Dondi
What does Dondi do?
Gruppo Dondi S.p.a. manufactures and sells premium Made in Italy knit and jersey fabrics to international fashion brands and designers. Operating 110+ high-technology circular knitting machines and producing approximately 2 million meters of fabric annually, the company runs a fully internal production process covering design, weaving, and quality control. Its portfolio is delivered under three collections: Dondi Jersey, Punto Tessile, and Gruppo Dondi.
Is Dondi a public or private company?
Dondi is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Dondi founded?
Dondi was founded in 1970. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Dondi based?
Dondi is headquartered in Carpi, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does Dondi make money?
One revenue line is on record: fabric Sales.
Who are Dondi's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Brugnoli Giovanni S.p.A., Ratti S.p.A., Lanificio Reda, Canepa S.p.A., Successori Reda, Cotonificio Albini and Lanificio Colombo. Broad incumbents are Loro Piana and Marzotto S.p.A.. Magificio Gran Sasso is listed as an emerging player.
Does Dondi have an API?
No public API is recorded for Dondi.
What industry is Dondi in?
Dondi's product category is Knit Fabric Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAOABAA, Greige Woven Fabric Mills, with a secondary code of CRAAAAAJ, Knitwear & Sweaters Manufacturers. Its NAICS code is 31324 and its SIC code is 2250.