with Mr. Kriangkrai Wangwijit
(Managing Directory of SKT. Embroidery Co., Ltd.)
Stitch, Weave, Create & Elevate - Transforming Thai Fashion & Textile into a Sunrise Industry
- Industry Trend: Thailand's textile industry is experiencing a strong transformation from a "Sunset" to "Sunrise" industry, driven by new SMEs and Micro SMEs creating their own brands with technology integration. This has led to exponential growth, particularly during COVID-19 when online marketing increased significantly.
- Solution Technology: Advanced printing and embroidery technologies are helping small entrepreneurs by making business startup easier with lower investment requirements. These technologies enable small-batch production, allowing young entrepreneurs with creative ideas to quickly develop and sell products.
- Innovation Updates: New machinery showcased at GFT 2025 includes embroidery and printing machines, 3-in-1 embroidery machines, laser-integrated embroidery machines that can cut and embroider in one device, 3D UV DTF printers, and new technology capable of creating 3D textured prints.
- Environmental Sustainability: SKT prioritizes sustainability by using water-based inks that are environmentally safe.
- Investment Support: SKT offers programs to help new entrepreneurs with limited capital, providing startup support with monthly investments of several thousand baht, along with assistance in marketing, customer acquisition, and training.
- Entrepreneurial Inspiration: Success stories include a hill tribe entrepreneur who used unique community patterns to design new clothing sold at high prices in the American market while creating jobs for the community, and customers who expanded from one to eight printing machines within two years during COVID-19 through pure online marketing.
- Expert Perspectives: Khun Kriangkrai, with over 20 years of industry experience, provides deep insights and analysis of industry conditions. The content offers information about the latest technologies in the apparel and textile industry, new business opportunities, and digital marketing strategies to inspire those interested in starting businesses in the current era.