Textiles strategy

The new 'Textiles Scotland' industry strategy for 2011-2015 sets out ambitious challenges for the Scottish textile industry over the coming years. The vision to create 'a flexible, innovative and efficient industry, characterised by world class reputational excellence and a collaborative approach to new products and processes' sets out clear objectives and actions.

Under the 'Textiles Scotland' name the entire industry in Scotland comes together to focus on promoting the very best design, innovation and quality. Working with partners such as Higher Education, Sector Skills Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, the industry will focus on:

  • Profile
    Building the 'Textiles Scotland' profile in key markets
  • Skills
    Strengthening the world class workforce
  • Internationalisation
    Developing globally competitive businesses

PDF document The Textiles Scotland strategy 2011-2015 (PDF, 745kB) 

If you would like to discuss our strategy for textiles, contact the Scottish Textiles team