Illies & Thies expand their partnership in the Taiwanese market

Effective July 1st, 2024, Illies Engineering (Taipei) Ltd. will take on the role of the sole representative for THIES GmbH and Co KG in Taiwan. For many years, Illies has been the exclusive agent for Thies in Korea and Vietnam. This partnership between Illies and Thies will now encompass the Taiwanese market, promising an exceptional customer experience by leveraging the strengths and resources of both companies. Moreover, Taiwanese customers who are making significant investments in Vietnam will benefit from Illies' well-established Thies Service Station, providing them with a centralized contact point.

The brand Thies stands for more than 130 years of innovative machinery construction and advanced process engineering in the field of textile finishing. The range of products covers dyeing machines - for yarn, fabric and fiber. As well as dye house automation and decolorizing of waster water and recycled fibers / yarn.

The Asia textile industry is shifting towards sustainability with evolving standards and industry regulations. This shift is not only a response to market demands but also a strategic decision to ensure long-term competitiveness and viability. However, challenges remain in implementing circularity principles and ensuring transparency. 

To address these challenges, Thies has unveiled its cutting-edge Signature Series technology at ITMA 2023 in Milan, featuring a revolutionary method for dyeing that significantly decreases water consumption. The Signature series offers innovations in fabric transport, water management, dye and chemical dosing, aligning with today’s mega trends of transition, transparency and the circular economy.

ILLIES have built up a comprehensive network of industry leading vendor partnerships and dedicated service approach to cater to the diverse needs of the customers. The strategic cooperation between ILLIES and Thies is paving the way for customers to make strides towards a more competitive and environmentally conscious future.