Hansae

What Hansae does

Hansae Co., Ltd. (한세실업주식회사) is a South Korea-headquartered, KOSPI-listed global apparel manufacturer founded in 1982, operating 14 production facilities across 7 countries with a global workforce of approximately 36,000 employees. The company produces roughly 300 million garments annually through OEM and ODM services for approximately 40 global brand clients including Gap, H&M, Nike, Walmart, Target, Ralph Lauren, Zara, and Calvin Klein. Vietnam operations account for over 50% of total production volume, with additional manufacturing in Indonesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Haiti, and a $300M fully integrated nearshoring facility under development in Guatemala spanning yarn to finished fabric. Vertical integration is anchored by C&T Vina, a fabric dyeing and processing subsidiary acquired in 2013 with 120,000 kg daily capacity, while design capabilities are supported by R&D centers in Seoul and New York.

The company monetizes through B2B contract manufacturing relationships, with pricing negotiated directly with enterprise brand clients and not publicly disclosed. Recent revenue reached KRW 1,941,777 million (~$1.35B) in 2025, up from KRW 1,708,756M in 2023, though operating profit compressed to KRW 83,416M in 2025 from KRW 168,225M in 2023, reflecting margin pressure concurrent with nearshoring investment ramp. The technology stack includes 3D design tools, AI-assisted design and virtual sampling (reducing design time by 50%), and AI-powered product description systems used by retail clients. The company is pursuing forward expansion into swimwear, outdoor apparel, and — announced June 2026 — a humanoid robot apparel category targeting the projected $38B global humanoid robot market by 2035. Awards include 2025 K-ESG Management Award, Gap Inc. Supplier of the Year (2024), and the $10 Billion Export Tower Award (2014), supporting a sustainability narrative anchored by OCS, RCS, and CDP certifications.

Name

Hansae

Legal name

한세실업주식회사

Website

https://hansae.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Hansae is a South Korea-based, KOSPI-listed global apparel manufacturer operating 14 production facilities across 7 countries, producing 300 million garments annually for approximately 40 global brand clients including Gap, H&M, Nike, and Walmart through OEM and ODM services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Apparel Manufacturing

NAICS

Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (3152), Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors (315210), Textile Product Mills (314)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Wholesale-Apparel, Piece Goods & Notions (5130)

akta.pro primary industry

Contract / Private Label Cut & Sew Manufacturing (OEM/ODM) (IMAOAEAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Apparel OEM/ODM & Private Label Manufacturing (CRAAAAAK), Textiles, Fabrics, Trims & Components Suppliers (CRAAAAAL)

Keywords

• Apparel manufacturing
• OEM ODM services
• Private label apparel
• Garment production
• Fashion design services

Headquarters

HQ city

Seoul

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices20 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Apparel Manufacturing (OEM/ODM): Hansae generates revenue through OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) and ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) services for major global fashion brands. The company provides full-service apparel production from design collaboration through manufacturing and global delivery
2. Vertical Integration Services: Revenue from vertically integrated operations including fabric production (C&T Vina), dyeing and processing, supporting the company's nearshoring strategy with fully integrated manufacturing capabilities
3. Design Services: ODM services including design and research development from R&D centers in Seoul and New York, offering clients design and material sourcing diversification

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hansae is a global B2B apparel manufacturer providing OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) and ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) services to approximately 40 major fashion brands including Gap, H&M, Nike, Walmart, and Target. The company operates 14 production facilities across 7 countries, producing 300 million garments annually, with vertically integrated capabilities spanning from yarn and fabric production (via C&T Vina subsidiary) to finished apparel design, manufacturing, and global delivery.

Product overview

Hansae is a global apparel manufacturing company offering a comprehensive platform spanning OEM and ODM services. The core offering includes garment manufacturing across 14 production facilities in 7 countries (Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Haiti, and the US), supported by vertically integrated fabric production through C&T VINA. The company has evolved from pure manufacturing to a data-driven partner offering 3D design, virtual sampling, and AI-assisted design tools. Recent expansion includes nearshoring manufacturing in Guatemala and an innovative humanoid robot apparel category. Hansae serves approximately 40 global brands including Gap, H&M, Nike, Walmart, and Target, combining production scale with design innovation capabilities through R&D centers in Seoul and New York.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) Apparel Production
• ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) Apparel Production
• C&T VINA Fabric Production (Vertical Integration)
• Humanoid Robot Apparel (Wear the Future)
• Swimwear and Outdoor Apparel Manufacturing New product category expansion into swimwear and outdoor apparel manufacturing, leveraging sustainability initiatives and recycled material investments as part of nearshoring manufacturing expansion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Design time reduced by 50% using AI-assisted tools
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TexollinicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 September 2024Hansae acquired Texollini to enhance its supply chain capabilities and diversify its product portfolio. This acquisition strengthens Hansae's position in the textile manufacturing value chain.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MAS Holdings: Sri Lanka-based MAS Holdings is one of the world's largest apparel tech manufacturers, producing for Victoria's Secret, Nike, and Marks & Spencer across South Asia. It is a direct peer to Hansae as a large-scale multi-country apparel OEM with overlapping customer base and similar technology investments.
• Gokaldas Exports: India-listed Gokaldas Exports is one of India's largest apparel exporters producing for H&M, Marks & Spencer, and others. It is a direct peer to Hansae as a global apparel OEM serving European and US mass-market brands with similar business model.
• Sae-A Trading Co., Ltd. Korean apparel manufacturer Sae-A Trading is one of the closest direct peers to Hansae — same nationality, similar OEM/ODM model, production footprint in Central America and Asia, and overlapping customer base including Walmart and Target.
• Crystal International Group: Hong Kong-listed Crystal International is a global apparel OEM/ODM serving brands such as Marks & Spencer, Uniqlo, and Levi Strauss. It is highly comparable to Hansae in being a multi-country apparel contract manufacturer with diversified customer base and similar business model.
• Hirdaramani Group: Sri Lanka-based Hirdaramani is a major apparel manufacturer producing knit and woven garments for brands like Marks & Spencer, Nike, and Patagonia. It is a direct peer to Hansae in multi-country apparel OEM/ODM operations and global brand customer relationships.
• Pou Chen Corporation: Taiwan-based Pou Chen is the world's largest branded athletic and casual footwear manufacturer, producing for Nike, Adidas, and others. It is a direct peer as a large-scale Asian apparel/footwear OEM serving the same global brand customers as Hansae with similar manufacturing scale across multiple countries.
• Shenzhou International Group: Shenzhou is one of the largest knitwear OEM/ODM manufacturers globally, serving Nike, Uniqlo, Adidas, and other major brands from production bases in China and Vietnam. It is a direct peer to Hansae in apparel contract manufacturing scale, customer base overlap, and Vietnam-centric production footprint.
• Eclat Textile Corporation: Taiwan-listed Eclat Textile is a vertically integrated knitwear and performance apparel manufacturer serving Nike, Lululemon, and Under Armour. It is a direct peer to Hansae in ODM apparel manufacturing with strong brand customers, vertical integration, and performance apparel focus.
• Esquel Group: Hong Kong-based Esquel is a leading cotton-shirt manufacturer with vertically integrated operations spanning cotton farming to finished garments, supplying Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and Hugo Boss. It is a direct peer to Hansae in vertical integration strategy and premium brand customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Kontoor Brands: Kontoor Brands (parent of Wrangler and Lee) is a US-listed apparel brand and manufacturer. While it operates its own manufacturing, it is a comparable business for understanding the apparel value chain and customer overlap, though as a brand owner rather than pure OEM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments4 records

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