Uniqlo to introduce 3D knit items to stores in 2017, having formed joint venture with Shima Seiki to create production system based on 3D knitting technology

Briefing

Uniqlo to introduce 3D knit items to stores in 2017, having formed joint venture with Shima Seiki to create production system based on 3D knitting technology

April 18, 2017

Briefing

  • 3D Knitting Commercial Release – Apparel brand Uniqlo will add 3D knitted clothing to its fall collection in 2017
  • 3D Knitting Background – Uses machine to autonomously knit clothes custom fit to user based on digital design
  • Joint Venture – Uniqlo and 3D knitting company Shima Seiki formed joint venture Innovation Factory, investing ¥400 million, with Shima Seiki owning 51% equity share
  • New Production System – Innovation Factory will create new production system for clothes based on 3D knitting technology

Accelerator

Market Disruption

Business Model and Practices

Business Model
and Practices

Sector

Consumer Non-Durables, Wholesale and Retail Trade

Organization

Fast Retailing Co. Ltd., Shima Seiki Mfg. Ltd.

Source

Original Publication Date

April 5, 2017

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