Interloop Limited — From Hosiery Startup to Export Powerhouse
A journey of four entrepreneurs who turned a small socks business into a multinational textile leader.
Founded in 1992 in Faisalabad by four visionary entrepreneurs, Interloop Limited started as a modest socks manufacturer with a handful of machines and limited capital. The founders recognized early the global potential of hosiery exports and chose to focus on quality, consistency, and building long-term buyer relationships.
Over three decades, the company expanded into a multi-product, vertically integrated exporter with operations in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. A critical turning point came in 2003 when Interloop commissioned its first large-scale hosiery manufacturing plant, which allowed economies of scale. Soon after, they diversified into spinning and yarn dyeing, ensuring tighter quality control.
In 2006, they moved further downstream into denim and apparel, positioning themselves as a one-stop solution for global buyers. Their model showcased the power of integration in a fragmented textile ecosystem.
Financial Milestone
In 2019, Interloop achieved a milestone by raising over PKR 5 billion in Pakistan’s largest private-sector IPO, marking a new era of financial maturity in the textile sector. This funding fueled capacity expansion and investments in automation and sustainability initiatives.
By 2024, Interloop had crossed USD 530 million in exports, with a client portfolio that includes global giants like Nike, Adidas, Puma, H&M, and Levi’s. Their workforce of over 30,000 illustrates the job creation potential of scaling SMEs into global exporters.
Sector-wide Impact
Interloop’s journey demonstrates how SMEs can evolve into multinational leaders by leveraging integration, consistent reinvestment, and governance practices. For APPLA members, it exemplifies how small loom-based businesses can grow by specializing, integrating, and gradually moving up the value chain while seeking modern financing models like IPOs.