BRIEF ON GARMENT INDUSTRY

One of the most thriving sectors within Fiji's growing economy is manufacturing. This includes the
manufacture of textiles, garments, footwear, sugar, tobacco, food processing, beverages (including
mineral water) and wood based industries. The sector employs approximately 26,000 workers and is one
of the nation's growing sector. Fiji made products has made substantial progress in the international
trading arena such as Pure Fiji, Fiji Water, Pacific Green Furniture and FMF Foods Ltd to name a few.

Fiji offers a highly trained and skilled labor force that is both cost effective and productive. Our utilities
that support the manufacturing Industry is both sound and efficient making Fiji one of the cheapest
countries in which to do business. With its sound infrastructure and ports facilities, Fiji again offers a
distinct advantage to the Asia Pacific region in comparison to other Pacific Countries. As per the Economic
and Fiscal Update Supplement to the 2018-2019 Budget Address, garment industry is at an average of $55
million on the gross domestic product by sector between 2013- 2020. The garment industry grew rapidly
after the introduction of the Tax-Free Factory/Tax Free Zone (TFF/TFZ) scheme in 1987.

SPARTECA

The TCF Sector previously traded to Australia through SPARTECA trade arrangement, which was in effect
from 1981 as a non-reciprocal trade agreement. Subsequent to SPARTECA and due to the change of tariffs
and trade practices, Australian government introduced for Fiji S-TCF scheme to assist the TCF sector in
Fiji.

Garment import tariff in Australia in the early 80’s was over 40%. In the past 30 years, the margin of
preference under SPARTECA has eroded, as garment import tariff is now only 5%. The emergence of new
low cost Asian countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia has provided increased level
of challenges and competition for Fiji. China continues to be a major competitor. Furthermore, Australia’s
bilateral trade agreements and free trade agreements with various countries and least developed
countries like Bangladesh, given 25% local content have severely impacted trading under SPARTECA, S-
TCF scheme and the DC status.

EXPORT OF MANUFACTURED GOODS

ECONOMIC CATEGORY FJD (millions)- EXPORT 2015 [p] 2016 [p] 2017 YTD [p]
MANUFACTURED GOODS 77.2 77.3 63.9
of which TEXTILES, YARN & MADE-UP A RTICLES 7.1 6.8 17.7
MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES 126.9 119.8 92.9
of which GARMENTS 110 102.2 75.3
FOOTWEAR 1.51 5.72 0.8

MAJOR GARMENT INDUSTRY COMPANIES

Garment Industry Contact Detail Range of Products Emblems
Companies
Ranjit Garments Ltd. 3385088/9925244 Stylo Coverall, Stylo Trousers, Fijian Sewn
kalpesh@ranjit.com.fj Stylo Shirt, Stylo Dust Coat,
sachin@ranjit.com.fj Stylo
www.ranjit.com.fj Apron, Stylo Jacket/Blazers,
Stylo
Suits, Stylo Sulu, Stylo Shorts
Mark One Apparel Limited 3394011 Business shirts, Working Shirts, Fijian Sewn
mark@markone.com.fj Men’s/Boys Shorts, Women’s
www.markone.com.fj Tops,
Men’s Shirts, Men’s Garment,
Men’s Shirts, Knitted Jersey
Hare Ram Traders 3410528/8378900 School Garment Fijian Sewn
hareramtraders@hotmail.
com
Motiram & Co Ltd 6701093/9921093 Uniforms Fijian Sewn
dharmesh@motiram.com Bad Linens
Pillow Case
Flat Fitted Sheets
Duvet Cover
Face/Hand/Bath/ Pool Towel
Pillows
Jacks Garments Limited 6700744/9994683 Round Neck Tees Fijian Sewn
kamlesh@jacksfiji.com Bula Shirts
Soccer Jerseys
 Pants
Formal Shirts
Board Shorts
Rugby Jerseys
Sulus
Track suits
School Uniforms
Bula Top
Ladies/Kids Dresses
Tau Sports Limited 3100088/9997930 Rugby Fijian Sewn
finance@tausports.com.fj Soccer
sales@tausports.com.fj Basketball
Volleyball
Netball
Cricket
Sublimated Garments ‘Flags
and Banner
Cut and Sew Garments
Corporate Uniforms
Tranquil Textiles (Fiji) Pty 6728730/9310499 Knitted Pullover Fijian Sewn
Ltd tranquil@connect.com.fj Knitted Vest
Knitted Cardigan
Knitted Beanies Hoods
Knitted Scarves
Best Promotion 3315796/9374479 Polo Shirt Fijian Sewn
bestpromotions@unwired Bula Wear
.com.fj Round Neck T-Shirt.
Soccer Uniform
Tropical Garments 3301131/9906603 School Uniform Fijian Sewn
info@tropicalgarments.co Trousers
m Cooperate Uniform
Gowns
 Overall
Dustcoat.
R. Accessories Investment 6725965/9922877 Polo T-Shirt, Non-Woven Fijian Sewn
Ltd purchasing@mrecht.com.f Bags/Pencil Case
j Trousers/Pants, Sweater,
Chefs Jackets
Shirts, Boxing Gown,
Skirts,Overall/Dustcoat,
Khiladi, Sulus
Intimate Apparel limited 3386388/9927388 School Uniform, Shirts, Fijian Sewn
wana@connect.com.fj Lingere, Jerseys, T-Shirts
United Apparel 3394855/9924855 Shorts, Shirts, Blouses, Skirts, Fijian Sewn
(Fiji) Limited kaushik@unitedapparel.co Jacket, Vest, Dress, Trousers,
m.fj Ladies Pants
www.unitedapperal.com.f
j
Westpace Apparels 6694964/9921266 Sports Uniforms, School Fijian Sewn
Limited westpace@connect.com.fj Uniforms, Shorts ,Shirts,
Tops ,Dresses ,Shirts ,Sulu,
Trousers ,Sulu Chamba,
skirts ,Pullovers, Pleaded
Netball Skirts Fleecy Track
pants ,Skirts
Ashm and Rehana 6680390/9995530 Rainbow Overalls, Rainbow Fijian Sewn
Investment Rainwear , Rainbow Dustcoats
t/a Rainbow Garments
Overall and raincoats 13 Namadi Avenue, Overalls Fijian Sewn
Garment Company Lautoka Dust Coats
Limited 6650021 / 9926773 Sports Uniforms
overalls@connect.com.fj Shirts/Blouses
Pants/Skirts
 Baglovers & Homecraft Lot 6 Samron Farm, Off Bags Fijian Sewn
(Fiji) Ltd Duilomaloma Homecraft
9312336 / 9482427
bagloverfidji@gmail.com
Lotus Garments (Mfg.) 3313797 / 9921855 Ladies Shirts Fijian Sewn
Co. Ltd laladinesh@hotmail.com Trousers
T-shirts
Tops
Skirts
Boys: Shirt
Trousers
Sulu
T-shirt
Troubador Garments Dinesh Jamnadas Undergarments Fijian Sewn
6661155 / 6661950 / Sports Shorts
9961155 T/Shirts
troubador@connect.com.f Vests
j Sports Jersey
50 Naviti Street, Lautoka

TEXTILE, CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR COUNCIL (TCF)

The TCF Council of Fiji exists to represent members and advance the best interests of the industry in Fiji.
Membership is by annual subscription and includes factories of varying size and expertise, with an elected
Executive Committee providing oversight for the Council.

The Council’s mandate is to foster the continued development and prosperity of the Fiji TCF industry. The
strategic vision for the industry’s long-term sustainability requires active engagement with a wide variety
of stakeholders. This extends from the Executive level of government in Fiji and abroad, to international
industry specialists, various NGO’s and social interest groups, through to industry suppliers, local factories
and trade unions.

The interests of member factories, their staff and customers is supported not only through such
engagement, but also via efforts to secure resources able to support continuous improvement in
production and management practices and ongoing market development activities.
The Council acknowledges its responsibilities as the representative of an industry that is a major employer
and source of export revenue for Fiji. We are committed to ensuring all members operate within the
principles of gender equity and inclusion, fair and ethical treatment of employees, the maintenance of
safe working conditions and respect for our environment. All council members must have successfully
undertaken an independent Social Accountability audit in order to maintain active membership status.

MAKE IT IN FIJI CAMPAIGN

The “Make it in Fiji’ awareness campaign which has been made possible through the marketing grant
provided by the Fiji Government. Fiji’s niche market targets for high volume manufacturing, quicker
delivery lead-times, good communication, close proximity to Australia and New Zealand. The campaign is
trying to capitalize on these advantages. The Textile Clothing and Footwear industry is striking it out on
its own with a campaign that shows Fiji can produce its own clothing lines and footwear brand.