Yirgalem Addis Textile Factory PLC, formerly Adei Ababa Yarn Factory, privatized by the government in Nov 2010, is an integrated textile and garment manufacturer in Addis Ababa with over 50 years of experience in spinning, knitting, weaving, dyeing, garments and blanket production. The company operates knitting, dyeing/finishing, garment production and blanket units, serving major international and local customers, and employs about 800 people, 90% of whom are women. It is expanding its blanket and garment plants and upgrading its knit capacity.
Yirgalem Addis Textile Factory PLC is an integrated textile and garment manufacturer located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
It originated as Adei Ababa Yarn Factory and was privatized in 2010.
The company runs knitting, dyeing and finishing, garment production, and blanket manufacturing facilities, producing knit fabrics, knit garments, and blankets for international and local customers.
The factory employs over 800 people, with 90% women, and is undergoing expansion and rehabilitation of its blankets and knits operations.
Key Highlights
- Privatized in 2010 by government
- Over 50 years of experience in spinning, knitting, weaving, dyeing, garments and blankets
- Integrated production facilities: knitting, dyeing/finishing, garment and blanket units
- Over 800 employees, 90% of whom are women
- Serves major international and local customers
