50+ years of knitwear excellence

Taking India's finest knitwear to the world — crafting quality, pioneering sustainability, shaping fashion

Our Heritage

A Legacy Built in Tirupur

Established in Tirupur — India's knitwear capital — Raft Garments has evolved from a focused innerwear manufacturer into a fully integrated, vertically controlled production enterprise.
Under second-generation leadership, the company operates a modern, purpose-built manufacturing facility at Netaji Apparel Park, Tirupur — housing dedicated divisions for knitting, fabric inspection, cutting, elastic weaving, sewing, and finishing and packing.
Our product range spans premium innerwear and outerwear — crafted in cotton, bamboo, viscose, Tencel, nylon, and recycled polyester. Every garment is backed by an extensive portfolio of global certifications.

Our infrastructure

50+

Years of legacy

10+

Certifications

Divisions

100%

In-house

Raft Garments Heritage — Factory Building

Purpose & Direction

Why we exist

Our Mission

Craft. Sustain. Deliver.

To craft knitwear that delivers style, comfort, and sustainability. We aspire to be a leader in responsible fashion by creating garments that are inclusive, environmentally conscious, and meticulously crafted.

Our Vision

Lead. Innovate. Grow.

To lead the global apparel landscape by setting new benchmarks in quality, innovation, and sustainability — shaping a greener, eco-conscious, and fashionable future with long-term value-driven partnerships.

Core Values

What we stand for

Quality

Delivering products that surpass known standards, ensuring customer satisfaction at every stage.

Innovation

Promoting creativity and experimentation to stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving textile industry.

Sustainability

Prioritizing sustainability, reducing our environmental footprint, and promoting responsible supply chain practices.

Customer focus

Customers are always at the forefront — we understand their needs and deliver tailor-made solutions.

Integrity

Transparency, accountability, and trust with all stakeholders and within our community.

Managing Director

Rtn. Shiva Subramaniam

"The Vision Behind the Craft"

Second-generation entrepreneur steering Raft Garments' growth in global innerwear markets. Building on over 50 years of family legacy in Tirupur's knitwear industry, Rtn. Shiva Subramaniam leads the company's mission of delivering India's finest knitwear to brands across USA, Europe, and Middle East Asia.

Second-generation family business — founded 1971 in Tirupur
Leading exports to USA, Europe, Middle East Asia, and global markets
Committed to certified, sustainable, and ethical manufacturing

Our Journey

50+ years of growth

1971

Raft Garments was founded in Tirupur, India's knitwear capital, with a clear vision of crafting premium knitted garments and building lasting relationships with domestic buyers.

2017

Second-generation leadership begins as Rtn. Shiva Subramaniam takes the helm, bringing fresh direction and driving the company's growth across men's, women's, and kids' innerwear for global export markets.

2020

A dedicated cutting section was commissioned with state-of-the-art machinery, significantly strengthening production capacity and export capabilities to buyers across USA, Europe, and Middle East Asia.

2022

Expanded into a purpose-built 1 lakh square feet manufacturing facility at Netaji Apparel Park, Tirupur — housing integrated divisions for knitting, fabric inspection, cutting, elastic weaving, sewing, and finishing.

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