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Charnos
Charnos plc was founded in 1936, and is now one of the largest independent textile companies in the United Kingdom. Members of the founding family still own and direct the company.
Charnos manufactures Hosiery, Lingerie and Knitwear. The company is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in quality, design and service to customers. It supports this policy with innovation and continuous investment in new technology. Profits have been used over the years to create strong financial liquidity. In 1994, 2900 employees produced sales of £75m, with net assets standing at £25m.
State of the art manufacturing facilities are located at:
Ilkeston, Derbyshire, England - Head Office, Knitwear and Lingerie manufacture.
Strabane, Co Tyrone, N. Ireland - Hosiery manufacture.
Campsie, Co Londonderry, N. Ireland - Lingerie manufacture and distribution centre.
Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland - Knitwear manufacture.
The plants in Northern Ireland are operated by Adrla Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Charnos plc.
Achievement Through Investment
Investment in equipment and new technology reached a peak in 1994 with the opening of three new production units and spending of £11m.
Charnos took the lead in the U.K. Knitwear industry by installing new Japanese Shima SES machines to produce a wide variety of shaped fashion garments.
In Northern Ireland, investment has created state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities for hosiery and lingerie. Computerised pattern cutting for lingerie at Campsie and the hosiery knitting plant at Strabane are outstanding examples of the latest textile technology.
Achievement in Hosiery
The Charnos brand is prominent on the hosiery counters of leading department stores and specialist shops. We are also a major supplier of own-label hosiery to the most important multiple retailers. The Charnos name has long been associated with the finest tights and stockings, but Adria is also a large producer of socks. Behind this lies the massive investment that has created one of Europe’s most impressive hosiery manufacturing operations. In-house yarn texturising facilities provide added versatility. Technologists and designers work closely with fibre producers and machine builders to keep the company at the leading edge of innovation.
Achievement in Lingerie
Charnos Lingerie has an enviable reputation for elegant design, superb comfort and outstanding quality. The Charnos brand is pre-eminent in Britain and growing steadily in many foreign markets. Our talented designers work with suppliers of fabrics and laces to create distinctive seasonal ranges. In the factories, craftsmanship is reinforced by advanced technology. Intricate applique lace work enhances the beauty of many styles while strict quality control ensures the consistent, excellent fit which is the hallmark of Charnos bras. The appeal of Charnos merchandise is supported by creative advertising and extensive promotion.
Achievement in Knitwear
Charnos is a major supplier of Women’s and Men’s jumpers, cardigans and other knitted garments to Marks & Spencer, Britain’s leading retailer.
Our ability to offer a wide choice is based on the varied skills of our workers and the versatility of our knitting plants, which include both fully fashioned and V-bed machines. Our designers travel the world to keep abreast of fashion trends, creating large seasonal collections from which M&S make their selection. The chosen styles undergo a rigorous testing procedure to ensure compliance with the exacting quality standards for which M&S is renowned.
Achievement with People
Charnos has provided stable employment throughout its history and our record of good industrial relations is a source of pride.
We are now the largest employer at Ilkeston. Our Northern Ireland subsidiary, Adria, founded in 1961, is the largest employer at Strabane, where we fulfil an important social role in an area of very high unemployment.
Throughout the company. the importance of design and the requirements of advanced machinery and information technology create exciting opportunities for high-grade specialists and capable managers.
Achievement in the Future
Charnos is confident of its ability to adapt to rapid change without compromising the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our business. Our policy of continuous investment has placed the company in an enviable position in the U.K. textile sector.
We foresee a future of organic growth through the progressive development of our manufacturing and marketing operations. We will continue to embrace new technology, diversify into new product areas and seek new markets.
We are proud of our material resources, of the goodwill of our customers and of the skills and commitment of our employees. These are the strengths which enable Charnos to approach the millennium with optimism and enthusiasm.
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