New Chinese Nilit unit officially opens
Israel-based manufacturer of nylon 6.6 Nilit has officially opened its new nylon production facility in Suzhou, China.
The opening ceremony was attended by company executives such as chairman, Michael Levi, general manager, Arie Gottlieb, and joint general manager of Nilit Suzhou, Rami Bitensky. Other guests included consul general of Israel in China, Uri Guttman, deputy secretary vice chairman SIPAC (Suzhou Industrial Park Administrative Committee), Yang Jianzhong, and vice president Oerlikon Barmag.
Mr Levi gave a welcome address, saying that the new centre: “Is the culmination of much planning and Nilit’s vision of offering a comprehensive service to its Chinese customers and its continuing efforts to build up strong relationships with major manufacturers in the region.”
Mr Gottlieb gave a brief history of the company describing the company’s growth and global expansion. He said that, in the initial stages, the Suzhou plant will produce textured nylon yarns, but that plans are underway to expand production capacity and to add spinning capabilities. The facility will employ approximately 100 local workers.
