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The Interloop Limited is advancing innovation and sustainability in the textile sector through its Apparel Master Project and a digitized recycling initiative, reports WealthPk. Interloop’s Apparel Master Project marks a major step in expanding its production capabilities to meet growing global demand for value-added textiles.

The newly established facility in Faisalabad Apparel Park is a fully integrated operation, incorporating advanced automation, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable water management, making it a leading example of environmentally responsible textile manufacturing.

Interloop’s Apparel Master Project is already delivering results, with net sales rising 11.1% to Rs125.4 billion in the nine months ending March 31, 2025. The facility is creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs, promoting workforce empowerment and gender inclusion through targeted training and inclusive policies.

Interloop is leveraging global sourcing trends to expand its market share and boost Pakistan’s textile industry position. Despite a short-term decline in margins, the company expects improvement as operations expand and efficiency gains are realized.

 Moreover, it has partnered with Reverse Resources to digitize the tracking and recycling of textile waste, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. Interloop is also aligning with global ESG standards, reducing reliance on raw materials and lowering its environmental footprint.

Despite challenges like a 33% drop in national cotton production due to weather and pest attacks, consolidated revenue reached Rs130.5 billion, up 14.3% in the 9MFY25. The first phase of new projects and growing input prices impacted profitability; however, third-quarter net profit increased by 16.2%.

For FY2026, the company plans to follow a diversified growth strategy that includes expanding into new global markets, boosting operational efficiency through automation and cost management, and deepening its commitment to ESG goals.

Interloop also aims to scale up its digital recycling initiative to support Pakistan’s transition to a circular economy and create additional revenue from recycled materials. Additionally, the company is investing in education, scholarships, and social development, reinforcing its position as a socially responsible business.

The company is helping narrow the trade deficit and strengthen foreign exchange reserves by boosting value-added exports. Its large-scale projects are generating employment, enhancing skills, and uplifting local communities. Interloop’s strategic direction is supported by stable inflation, lower interest rates, and strong exports.

The company’s expansion and sustainability efforts are positioned to drive industrial advancement and contribute to Pakistan’s economic growth. Interloop’s focus on recycling and ESG practices positions Pakistan as a responsible sourcing partner for global brands and investors, setting new standards for sustainable development and technological innovation.

Credit: INP-WealthPk