Business Offer
An Estonian manufacturer of alpaca fur and wool products is looking for distributors.
Summary
An Estonian boutique scale manufacturer of alpaca fur and wool products (rugs, throws, cushions, plaids and scarves) is looking for distributors in Japan, USA, Italy, China and South-Korea.
Creation Date 01 April 2015 Last Update 02 April 2015 Expiration Date 01 April 2016 Reference BOEE20150401001
Details
Description The company was founded in 2007 and operates in both Peru and Estonia with headquarter in Tallinn, Estonia. Their core business is designing, producing and selling alpaca wool and fur products. The products combine the treasured fiber from the Peruvian Highlands, traditional craftsmanship and Nordic design. Alpaca fiber is warm, soft, silky, durable and hypoallergenic. Alpacas are South American camelids, indigenous to the Peruvian highlands. The harsh climate and temperature fluctuations of up to 40°C that the animals have to endure at 3 500 - 5 000m of altitude, make the material of alpaca one of the most desirable natural fibers in the world. It is up to seven times warmer than the wool of sheep. Alpaca fibre is also easy to take care of and highly durable – even after years of use it does not lose its appearance. With annual production of 4,000 tons, the fiber of alpaca is one of the rarest of textile fibres in the world. The company complies with laws that prohibit and regulate any mistreatment of alpacas, making the products guilt-free and ensuring sustainable production. Their product range includes home, fashion and gift items made of both alpaca fur and wool. Home items include rugs, fur throws, cushions and wool plaids. Fur items are produced of different types of fur, using the fur of both baby and grown-up alpaca. Wool collection covers both interior and fashion accessories, i.e. plaids, shawls and scarves. The wool collection comprises of products of different textures and designs. Gift items collection encompasses teddy bears of different sizes and fur types. Current product range comprises of over 23 different items. Every year new items and colours are added to the product range. Their clients come from multiple industry sectors (retail, hotels, designers and architects) and over 30 countries. Prominent sales partners include Bloomingdales in Dubai, Sofa & Chair in London, Maison de Famille in Paris and Jelmoli in Zurich. Average annual growth rate has been 45% within 3 recent years. The company is planning to expand to new markets (in Asia and USA) but also widen presence in its current markets (in Europe) and are looking for experienced distributors active in these countries.
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Advantages and Innovations The company is specialised in alpaca fur and wool and offers both standard and custom solutions. In cooperation with local distributors, regional preferences are taken into consideration and products are adapted to the target market. They are among the biggest alpaca fur manufacturers in the world. Alpaca fur is silky, soft and shiny and on top of that, it is very rare. Alpaca wool is among the warmest and softest in the world. It is at the same time lightweight and hypoallergenic. The raw material is sourced in Peru in person and most of the products are also manufactured in Peru by experienced craftsmen. Some of the products are finished in Estonia. The best raw materials are chosen and then the highest quality standards are applied to create one-of-a-kind, luxurious products. The strict regulations set for obtaining the raw materials means that the line of products also consists of limited edition items.
Technical Specification or Expertise Sought Collaboration is offered to distributors of textiles or furniture and interior accessories with established network and good experience in the market, interior boutiques and trade intermediary service providers. Distributors are provided with support in marketing (company brochures, catalogues, product photos and branded packaging) and any other assistance they need to inform and satisfy their customers.
Stage of Development Already on the market
Comments Regarding Stage of Development The company has presence in around 30 countries in the world. The products are mainly sold in interior boutiques, department stores, high-end online shops.
Keywords
Technology 003005010 Textile fibres 003006003 Tanned leather process related to Footwear / Leather Technology 003010 Household Goods & Appliances
Market 007004001 Clothing, shoes and accessories (including jewellery) 007004003 Home furnishing and housewares 007004010 Other consumer products
NACE C.13.9.2 Manufacture of made-up textile articles, except apparel C.15.1.1 Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur
Network Contact
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Issuing Partner MTU EESTI KAUBANDUS-TOOSTUSKODA Contact Person Kadri Rist Phone Number +372 604 0091
Email [email protected]
Dissemination
Send to Sector Group Textile and Fashion
Restrict Dissemination to Specific Countries China, Italy, Japan, SouthKorea, USA,
Client
Type and Size of Organisation Behind the Profile Industry SME <= 10 Year Established 2007 Turnover <1M Already Engaged in Trans-National Cooperation Yes Languages Spoken English Russian French Japanese Finnish Client Country Estonia
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Partner Sought
Type and Role of Partner Sought They are looking for distributors of textiles or furniture and interior accessories with established network and good experience in the market, interior boutiques and trade intermediary service providers. Distributors are provided with support in marketing (company brochures, catalogues, product photos and branded packaging) and any other assistance they need to inform and satisfy their customers. Type and Size of Partner Sought SME 11-50,SME <10,251-500,SME 51-250,>500 Type of Partnership Considered Distribution services agreement
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