Headquartered in Cambodia, I Apparel International Group (IAIG) won in the 2024 Just Style Excellence Awards in the Environmental and Social categories for their sustainable manufacturing practices and impactful social initiatives.
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While the Environmental award recognises IAIG’s sustainable manufacturing practices, the Social award recognises IAIG’s social foundation, the iCare Community Support Organization.
Embedding sustainable practices at the core of IAIG’s operations
I Apparel International Group has earned recognition in the Environmental category for its sustainable manufacturing practices, including energy and water conservation, waste reduction, use of sustainable materials, and implementing advanced technology adoption at its Cambodian factory.
Established in 2010, IAIG serves global brands with a focus on knitwear, woven products, and specialties such as Flame-Resistant and Snug Fit Sleepwear. It offers sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton, recycled, and degradable content fabrics on demand.
Addressing the fashion industry’s significant environmental footprint, IAIG launched the Carbon Neutral 2050 initiative in 2017. The initiative tracks greenhouse gas emissions, conserves resources, eliminates waste, and adopts Industry 4.0 technologies.
The smart factory’s design, aligned with the BCA Green Mark Scheme, reflects its commitment to sustainability in tropical climates. Features such as solar panels, an induction steam boiler, and LED lighting have significantly cut energy use and CO2 emissions from the factory.
IAIG’s water conservation and wastewater management include water recovery systems and wastewater reuse, leading to notable savings and emission reductions.
Choosing sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton, which cuts the global warming impact of sourcing by 46% and reduces water use, is central to IAIG’s strategy. Certifications from GOTS, OCS, GRS, and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 confirm its commitment to eco-friendly materials and methods.
Furthermore, Industry 4.0 technologies have boosted IAIG’s factory efficiency, transparency, and quality control.
Smart manufacturing has enhanced environmental performance and employee well-being by automating hazardous tasks and implementing a digital HR system.
Empowering communities: IAIG’s social responsibility initiatives
IAIG’s social foundation, the iCare Community Support Organization, effectively manages diverse programmes in education, healthcare, emergency support, and community outreach.
For instance, the iCare Learning Center has been offering IAIG employees free literacy, computing, and life skills courses since 2018, with UNESCO and the Ministry of Education’s support.
The iCare Health Hub, a 24/7 clinic, offers free health services and has partnered with PAVE for cervical cancer screenings. Future goals include acquiring an ambulance and establishing a dialysis centre, underscoring a long-term health commitment.
The iCare Emergency Fund, which has gathered more than $60,000 since 2021, exemplifies IAIG’s support for employees in crises, helping them avoid financial hardship.
Additionally, the iCCS’s community outreach, from clean-up drives to international aid, extends its social impact beyond the company, showcasing a deep-rooted commitment to societal improvement.
These initiatives not only enhance the lives of workers and their families but also promote a culture of empathy and productivity.
IAIG embraces responsibility and impact, welcoming the recognition
I Apparel International Group expressed honour to receive the awards, stating, “Receiving the Just Style Excellence Awards for social and environmental categories, the same categories we won in the recently concluded groundbreaking edition of the EuroCham Cambodia CSR Garment Awards 2023, gives us pride and honour to celebrate. But the weight of responsibility that these awards represent is of paramount importance. We vow to live by what this responsibility means and commit to crafting only the good kind of impact on the planet and everyone who calls it home.”
Company Profile
Established in 2010, I Apparel International Group has been at the forefront of integrating fashion with sustainability, producing eco-friendly apparel in its state-of-the-art facilities. As a trusted manufacturing partner for globally renowned brands, IAIG employs modern technologies to uphold ESG standards throughout the production lifecycle. The company’s commitment to the planet, its people, and the end consumers is evident in every garment produced, ensuring joy and safety for all ages.
IAIG’s diverse product range includes casual wear, athleisure, loungewear, and sleepwear for women, men, and children, spanning cut & sewn knit, sweater knit, and woven apparel. The company’s services are tailored to brands of all sizes, with no minimum order quantity, reflecting their inclusive approach. IAIG offers comprehensive management solutions, from design creation based on market trends to material sourcing and development of sustainable fabrics. The company’s technical design team expertly engineers products for aesthetics and functionality, while the manufacturing process is characterised by digitisation, automation, and lean practices within their sustainable factories.
The company’s value-added services, such as custom embellishments and garment wet and dry processes, are executed in-house to meet clients’ specific needs. IAIG’s certified laboratories ensure that both raw materials and finished products meet rigorous safety standards, with a particular focus on products for babies and children. Their Product Quality and Integrity Management System (PQIMS) guarantees compliance with quality standards, while Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) and Logistics Management services streamline inventory and expedite shipment, ensuring business efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Contact Details
I Apparel International Group
Address: 7 Kallang Place #02-08
Email address: enquiry@iapparelintl.com
Phone number: +6562929339
Website: www.iapparelintl.com
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iCare Community Support Organization
