The Scenario of Textile Industry in Malaysia: A Review for Potentiality

Farhana, Kaniz; Mahamude, Abu Shadate Faisal; Mica, Mushfika Tasnim

doi:10.1007/s42824-022-00063-5

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“…At the start of the industry, it absorbed many skilled and semi-skilled workers (Farhana et al, 2022). Labor is exceptionally significant, particularly in spinning mills, as nothing can be accomplished without their involvement.…”

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“…Air conditioners, lighting, office equipment, and various machines (for spinning, knitting, weaving, and sewing) depend on electricity. Most of the time, the amount of electricity used in each machine varies depending on the type of machinery and the factory scale (Farhana et al, 2022). According to the current socio-economic conditions of Sri Lanka, electricity is a big issue.…”

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Essential Factors for the Advancement of the Yarn Manufacturing Sector in Sri Lanka: Implications of the Socio-Economic Environment

De Silva,

Withanaarachchi

2024

SLIIT BR

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The textile and apparel sector are well-represented in the industrial sector of the Sri Lankan economy. It has become Sri Lanka’s largest export industry since 1986. Enhancing quality and decreasing expenses are the main priorities for the Sri Lankan apparel sector, highlighting the necessity for deliberate growth. More significant export revenue and considerable import expenditure on raw materials like yarn, fabric, etc., for apparel manufacturing, is a common phenomenon in the Sri Lankan apparel sector leading to less economic value generation. Thus, this paper studies the key factors affecting the advancement of the yarn manufacturing sector in Sri Lanka and the implications of the turbulent socio-economic environment. To address the identified research problem, this study proposes a conceptual framework through a systematic literature review, which identifies the essential factors for the advancement of the yarn manufacturing sector in Sri Lanka under the current socio-economic environment. The Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) method was used to capture the interactive relationships among the key factors and the advancement of the yarn manufacturing sector in Sri Lanka. Data was gathered using questionnaires from employees in the yarn manufacturing industry, textile industry, and textile engineering students in Sri Lanka. The results show that the quality of raw materials, machines and technology and better investors have a positive relationship with the advancement of the yarn manufacturing sector in Sri Lanka. Keywords: Apparel Industry, PLS-SEM and Yarn Manufacturing.

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Essential Factors for the Advancement of the Yarn Manufacturing Sector in Sri Lanka: Implications of the Socio-Economic Environment

De Silva,

Withanaarachchi

2024

SLIIT BR

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“…According to industry analysis, the textile and garments sector (R22) experienced the highest loss in revenue across all industries, with an estimated decline of 70-80%. As the tenth-highest exportearning industry, Malaysia's apparel market saw a double-digit drop of about 15% in revenue in 2020 (Kaniz et al, 2022). This decline was due to subdued demand for apparel and movement control measures.…”

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Impact and Crisis Management of Covid-19: An Analysis of Large Manufacturing Firms in Penang

Ong,

Lee

2024

JES

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This paper examines the impact of Covid-19 and movement control orders on large manufacturing firms in Penang, a major industrial hub in Malaysia with notable participation in the global value chain and identifies the response strategies undertaken by large manufacturing firms for this crisis. This study employs an exploratory qualitative research analysis based on a purposive sampling technique to gather data using an online semi-structured expert interview, with 22 large local and foreign manufacturing firms in Penang responding to the interview. The findings suggest that most of the firms expected a loss of business revenue, disrupted supply chains, employee redundancy, and an increase in government support. Persevering and innovation strategy is the most popular measure taken on by large manufacturing firms, and none of the firms interviewed choose pure persevering as a sole strategy to combat the crisis. The study provides an understanding of strategic responses undertaken by large manufacturing firms. Besides that, the study provides inputs to the government, industry, and policymakers' suggested policy interventions to improve future crisis management.

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“…To sum up, although ER uncertainty is not helpful to trade (Haile & Pugh, 2013), it may also stimuli risk-averse exporters to increase their marginal utility in exports (Hsu & Chiang, 2011). During this process, the third country also plays a negative role (Farhana et al, 2022).…”

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Factors Affecting Textiles Products Exports of Major Producers: A Gravity Model Approach

Chen,

Ahmad,

Jiang

et al. 2023

SAGE Open

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This study employed the gravity model approach to explore the predictors of textile product exports of the top 10 major textile producers. A specific dataset was generated and used to estimate the effects of 14 textile commodities selected in specific countries using Poisson regression and panel data from 1990 to 2021. The 10 major textile export countries hold significance in the global industry, providing comprehensive insights into export factors. Their diverse representation aids in understanding the challenges faced by exporters across continents. These countries possess substantial export markets and showcase various strategies and trade policies. Reliable data availability enables accurate analysis of factors affecting textile exports. Studying these countries enhances export performance and informs global industry strategies. Estimated results indicate that the real exchange rate, real GDP of the reporting country, preferential trade agreements, and the common border are significant positive predictors for textile exports of all commodities. The results further show that distance, average weighted tariff, and language have negative effects on the textile exports of all selected commodities. The transportation cost, measured by distance, is a barrier to textile commodity exports. The findings highlight the significant factors influencing textile exports and provide insights for exporters, policymakers, and researchers in the industry. Notably, this study addresses the challenges encountered by textile product export companies. These challenges include trade barriers, regulatory compliance, fluctuating exchange rates, intense competition, rising production costs, and market access barriers. By analyzing these challenges within the gravity model framework, the study aims to offer comprehensive insights into the complexities faced by textile exporters and their impact on the industry. The outcome of this study will be beneficial for the world’s major textile producers in setting their export targets and strategies to promote textile and cotton exports. The study suggests that the major exporters should benefit from moving exports to rich markets, which are situated at a nearby distance. The results of this study can be valuable for exporters in setting export targets, devising strategies, and formulating trade policies to overcome these challenges and enhance the competitiveness of the textile industry. The corresponding practical implications include the need to strategically manage exchange rates, focus on promoting exports to rich economies, reduce transportation costs, leverage preferential trade agreements, manage average weighted tariffs, address language barriers, and develop strategic export objectives and strategies. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers and society regarding factors influencing textile exports by major producers. Policymakers can utilize this information to inform trade regulations, exchange rate management, and the promotion of preferential trade agreements, enhancing export competitiveness and fostering sustainable practices. The research promotes international cooperation by encouraging collaboration and the sharing of best practices among reporting and partner countries. The findings contribute to economic growth, job creation, and improved standards of living, benefiting society as a whole.

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The Scenario of Textile Industry in Malaysia: A Review for Potentiality

Cited by 18 publications

References 57 publications

Essential Factors for the Advancement of the Yarn Manufacturing Sector in Sri Lanka: Implications of the Socio-Economic Environment

Essential Factors for the Advancement of the Yarn Manufacturing Sector in Sri Lanka: Implications of the Socio-Economic Environment

Impact and Crisis Management of Covid-19: An Analysis of Large Manufacturing Firms in Penang

Factors Affecting Textiles Products Exports of Major Producers: A Gravity Model Approach

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