Why Surat is Becoming a Hub for Imported Textile Machinery
Surat: India’s Textile Powerhouse
Surat, Gujarat is known as the Silk City of India, contributing over 40% of the country’s synthetic textile output With over 600,000 power looms, 150+ processing units, and a fast-growing garment ecosystem, the city is rapidly transforming into a modern textile manufacturing zone. To match international quality and output, Surat’s factories are increasingly turning to imported textile machinery from China, Japan, and Europe — and that’s where companies like Harson Exim come in.
Rising Demand for Imported Machinery
Here’s why Surat is witnessing a boom in textile machinery imports:- Upgrade from Manual to Automated Looms
- Focus on Export-Quality Finishing & Printing
- Adoption of Sustainable & Energy-Efficient Equipment
- Access to Zero-Duty EPCG Benefits
What Types of Machinery Are Being Imported?
Popular machinery segments include:- High-speed rapier looms
- Water jet and air jet weaving machines
- Digital textile printing units
- Embroidery and quilting machines
- Fabric dyeing and finishing equipment
Many of these are imported from Shaoxing, Jiangsu, and Guangdong in China.
Harson Exim: Bridging Surat and Global Machinery Hubs
As a Surat-based import expert, Harson Exim plays a key role in powering this shift. We:- Source machinery from verified Chinese manufacturers
- Handle EPCG license registration & BIS compliance
- Manage freight and customs clearance at major Indian ports
- Ensure last-mile delivery to units in Surat, Vapi, Ankleshwar, and beyond
Whether you're a small unit in Palsana or a large processor in Udhna, Harson Exim ensures machinery imports arrive on time, duty-optimized, and inspection-ready.
Real Growth Indicators
- Over 35% rise in Surat’s machinery imports since 2021
- 100+ textile businesses enrolled under EPCG scheme in Gujarat
- Surge in demand for semi-automated and CNC-based looms
Case Study Snapshot
A Surat-based jacquard unit imported ₹1.2 crore worth of looms via Harson Exim and saved ₹14.5 lakh in customs duty under EPCG. Full delivery was completed in just 16 days.The Future is Automated — and Global
With government support, GST reforms, and fast-scaling exporters, Surat is emerging as a national hub for imported textile machinery. Local businesses are realizing that upgrading production capabilities is not a luxury — it’s a necessity.Thinking of Upgrading Your Textile Setup?
Let Harson Exim help you source, ship, and clear machinery that will keep your Surat unit ahead of the curve.Talk to Our Import Specialist | Get EPCG Help