Vietnam textile manufacturers have played a major role in the country’s shift into a leading apparel sourcing hub. Over the past few decades, global brands have turned to Vietnam for its growing expertise and reliable production base. The textile industry is now a global cornerstone of the economy and a key partner for fashion sourcing teams. This guide highlights practical ways for your brand to find and evaluate the right suppliers in Vietnam through various methods.
Where to find a textile manufacturer in Vietnam
Finding the right supplier often means combining online research with real-world networking. Brands typically use multiple channels, such as search tools, trade fairs, and personal contacts, to pinpoint quality producers.
Online platforms
The internet is a quick way to find textile suppliers. You can use search engines and trade directories like the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS), the VietnamExport portal, and Statista for company listings and industry data.
Many Vietnamese factories maintain LinkedIn profiles or Facebook pages; so following manufacturer groups and official social accounts can reveal new leads. Online sourcing platforms can also make it easier to find potential suppliers and review their capabilities.
Attend industry events and exhibitions
Manufacturers often present their latest capabilities at major trade fairs. In Vietnam, key events include VIATT (Vietnam International Apparel, Textile and Technologies Expo) and SaigonTex, both regularly hosted at the SECC convention centre in Ho Chi Minh City. These exhibitions showcase new fabrics, machinery, and techniques.
Visiting in person lets buyers meet dozens of garment manufacturing suppliers at once and see sample work firsthand. Networking at shows also helps establish personal connections, making it easier to compare partners and ask detailed questions.
Work with local sourcing agents
A sourcing agent in Vietnam understands language and culture, can arrange factory visits, and handle negotiations on your behalf. Agents give practical, on-the-ground support for sourcing garment factory partners and monitoring production. Their services reduce the risk of miscommunication or quality lapses, though they come at a price: commissions or fees added to factory rates. For many brands, especially when entering a new region, the reliability and time saved outweigh the added expense.
Building networks
Personal connections remain one of the strongest ways to identify good suppliers. Recommendations from other brands, fashion associations, or industry forums often lead to reliable factories and better terms.
Local buyers and trade contacts can also point to manufacturers that are less visible online but deliver consistent results. Local connections also build trust, as factories may offer more competitive pricing or priority to well-connected buyers who come through a solid introduction.
Factory visits
Vietnam’s main manufacturing hubs are in Ho Chi Minh City (and nearby Dong Nai and Binh Duong) and the Hanoi area (Ninh Binh, Hai Phong). Touring factories on-site allows teams to inspect equipment, quality control systems, and working conditions directly. On-the-ground evaluation reveals a factory’s real capacity and standards.
For example, visiting a garment factory lets you confirm production processes and verify compliance with your brand’s requirements. Meeting managers face-to-face helps establish rapport and assess whether the partner is a good long-term fit.
Capital World Group, one of the leading women’s clothing manufacturers in Vietnam, welcomes sourcing teams to visit its Kiara Garments facility in Nam Dinh. As a trusted Vietnam garment manufacturer, Capital World Group serves global apparel brands that value transparency and certified production. A factory visit offers direct assurance that our manufacturing processes meet international standards.
Textile and garment industry in Vietnam
Vietnam’s garment and textile sector remains a key economic engine. Its export value reached about US$44 billion in 2024 (up 11% year-on-year). The industry is organized into upstream (fiber production), midstream (fabric production and dyeing), and downstream (garment manufacturing) segments.
Vietnam textile manufacturers are overwhelmingly focused on apparel: VITAS reports show that:
- Roughly 70% of the country’s 3,800+ textile factories make garments, while only 6% produce yarn.
- 17% produce fabric and 4% handle dyeing.
These figures highlight Vietnam’s strength in garment output. For more details on Vietnam and other manufacturing hubs, check out this guide on the biggest clothing manufacturing countries in 2025.
What are the potential opportunities for Vietnam’s textile manufacturers?
Vietnam is solidifying its position in global sourcing through strategic policy and market trends. New trade agreements, sustainability initiatives, and workforce improvements create fresh openings for Vietnam’s suppliers.
Global trade agreements
Free trade deals have dramatically improved Vietnam’s market access. Under the EU–Vietnam FTA (EVFTA), 100% of Vietnam’s textiles will eventually enter the EU at zero tariff.
Recently, Vietnam has expanded market reach: in the first 10 months of 2024, Vietnam’s textile and apparel exports hit US$30.57 billion (up 10.5% over last year) with about 16% going to CPTPP markets.
These agreements let Vietnam’s textile industry offer tariff-free access to major economies, making Vietnamese goods more price-competitive. EVFTA and CPTPP provide strong momentum for Vietnam’s exporters by reducing costs for European and Pacific buyers.
Sustainable production practices
Vietnamese manufacturers have stepped up eco-friendly production to meet strict global standards. Many factories now hold international certifications like OEKO-TEX®, GOTS, Global Recycled Standard (GRS), and Fair Trade.
These labels assure buyers of safe materials, ethical labor, and low environmental impact. In effect, Vietnam is building a pool of sustainable textile suppliers that appeal to brands with strong corporate social responsibility policies. This compliance with green standards strengthens Vietnam’s appeal as a responsible sourcing destination.
High-quality workforce
Vietnam’s expanding and improving labor force is another asset. In 2024, about 53 million working-age people were in the labor pool; an increase of roughly 575,000 from the previous year, with 51.9 million employed. Employment rose by about 1.1% year-on-year, while unemployment remained low at 2.2%.
The government is also reforming training and labor policies, updating vocational education, wage systems, and labor relations to meet modern demands. These changes are creating a more skilled and stable workforce. This helps strengthen Vietnam textile manufacturers, improving the quality and reliability of their production teams.
Together, robust trade agreements, sustainability commitments, and a capable workforce make Vietnam highly competitive in global sourcing.
For fashion brands seeking a partner that brings these advantages together, Kiara Garments of Capital World Group offers a vertically integrated supply chain that reduces cost and boosts flexibility, helping brands grow with confidence.
