One of Italy’s largest manufacturers of women’s and men’s underwear — «Cotonella» — has decided to open its factory in Ko’kdala District of Qashqadaryo Region.

Once the enterprise becomes operational, the first phase is planned to produce up to 2 million units of finished knitwear products per year, providing permanent employment for up to 80 people. Additionally, the company plans to allocate $5 million to increase the production of high value-added products to 8 million units per year. As a result, up to 500 new permanent jobs will be created.

«Cotonella» is a sewing factory established in 1972. It is currently one of the leading brands of women’s, men’s, and children’s knit underwear. The company produces more than 20 million products annually, which are sold in 24 European countries.