Commerce, Calif.-based Star Fades International (SFI) is expanding its footprint in the Americas.
The full-package development hub with production partners in the U.S. and Mexico opened a new office in Guatemala to support its growth efforts. SFI aims to expand its reach geographically and widen its product offering beyond denim to ready-to-wear knits and wovens.
The 32nd edition of the Apparel Sourcing Show (APSS) reaffirms this resilience. It is the only regional fair specialized in this industry and this year highlights the sustainability and innovation of the Guatemalan cluster.
With a consolidated ecosystem in the textile industry , Guatemala competes and positions itself as a strategic supplier in the “big leagues” of the sports market. From uniforms to fan apparel, products reach the NBA, NHL and MLB.
The U.S. Embassy reported that the U.S. and Guatemala committed to formalize a work plan to develop Puerto Quetzal, including additional feasibility studies, design planning and training by U.S. experts for the local infrastructure workforce.
