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Clothing production remains one of the major industries for Croatia, employing nearly 30,000 people. Today, many foreign clothing manufacturers prefer opening clothing production lines in Croatia to benefit from cost advantages, a skilled labor force, and modern technological equipment.
The value of clothing exports from Croatia has increased significantly over the years and currently stands at approximately $850 million U.S. dollars.
Clothing production companies in Croatia manufacture more of long-sleeved blouses, full pleated skirts, men’s trousers, women’s trousers, vests, jackets, sweaters, cardigans, hats, leggings, swimwear, and activewear. These are some of the types of clothing that Croatians wear most and make up the majority of their clothing exports to other countries.
The largest cities in Croatia have the highest number of clothing production companies. These include Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Osijek, Zadar, Pula, Karlovac, Varaždin, Šibenik, and Slavonski Brod. Clothing companies looking for the best places in Croatia to set up production lines should consider these cities.
Clothing production in Croatia is now automated with companies utilizing modern technology such as computer-aided design to accomplish a range of tasks from design to finishing. Even areas that require sewing have been automated to some extent with manufacturers using modern machines to undertake tasks like button fixing.
Croatia has continuously made technological advancements in the clothing manufacturing sector, and this is one of the aspects that attracts foreign clothing brands.
Croatia has long-lasting clothing traditions and a highly skilled labor force that manufacturers can leverage to produce top-quality clothes. Also, the country offers easier access to raw materials, better transportation systems and lower administrative costs as it is a member of the European Union.
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