The attending representatives unanimously agreed that Nantong, renowned nationwide as the “Home of Textiles,” possesses a complete industrial chain encompassing spinning, weaving, printing and dyeing, and garment manufacturing. Under the current circumstances, only by breaking down barriers, deepening close collaboration among enterprises across all segments of the regional industrial chain, facilitating information exchange and resource sharing, and building a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable industrial ecosystem can the industry enhance its overall competitiveness and effectively withstand risks.
The official from the Municipal Bureau of Commerce emphasized that innovation serves as the primary driver of development. Enterprises are encouraged to increase their R&D investment, particularly in the dyeing and finishing sector—a critical process for enhancing the value-added of textiles—which should focus on cutting-edge areas such as eco-friendly technologies, functional finishes, and smart manufacturing to accelerate technological upgrades. Noting that brand design and fabric innovation go hand in hand, the Bureau pledged to actively promote deeper collaboration between member enterprises and dyeing and finishing companies to jointly develop high-value-added products aligned with market trends.
The research team diligently listened to common challenges faced by enterprises regarding production operations, factor support, and policy implementation. Relevant officials indicated that they would further consolidate and study these issues, enhance inter-departmental coordination, and implement targeted measures to provide superior services in policy support, market expansion, talent recruitment, and factor coordination.
This joint research and guidance initiative represents a pragmatic effort by Nantong’s relevant departments and industry organizations to proactively engage, provide frontline services, and collaborate with enterprises in overcoming current difficulties while pursuing shared development. It not only provided valuable insights and support for Xiangpeng Dyeing & Finishing’s future development but also sent a strong signal to the city’s entire textile and apparel industry—emphasizing firm confidence, enhanced collaboration, and the courage to innovate. Through continued deepening of regional cooperation and persistent innovation, it is believed that with the concerted efforts of government, associations, industrial parks, and enterprises, Nantong’s textile and apparel industry will effectively navigate challenges and achieve steady, long-term progress on its transformation and upgrading journey.
