ApparelX releases global apparel sourcing platform

ApparelX Global is a global apparel sourcing platform that aims to export Japanese products to international market, import international products to Japan, and create a true global network for the apparel industry by opening office branches, warehouses and building distribution channels in each country.

The ApparelX Global includes multi-language, multi-currency, international shipping and other features. ApparelX uses a unique AI translation technology to handle terminology of the apparel industry and double check the translation with native speakers. Currently, ApparelX Global is available in five languages: English, Chinese (traditional/simplified), Vietnamese, and Korean. Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and Hindi will be available soon, the Japanese company said in a press release.

The platform works in multi-currency, including US dollars, pounds, euros, Chinese yuan, new Taiwanese dollars, Hong Kong dollars, Vietnamese dong, won and Japanese yen. The currency list will be expanded in the next phase, the release added.

For international shipping, presently ApparelX cooperates with EMS, DHL, UGX, and OCS to create a fast and flexible delivery service for its international customers.

ApparelX Global team comprises several members from different countries, providing fast and accurate responses for email inquiries and Zoom business negotiations in English, Chinese and Vietnamese.

As a network for not only customers, but also suppliers, ApparelX is constantly looking for business partners to join the ApparelX community. "ApparelX Business Matching was a big success in Japan and has connected many businesses in the industry together," the release said.

ApparelX other projects include ApparelX Global Business Matching, ERP Services for exporting and importing, Global Youtube channel, ApparelX Global News, ApparelX Global Blog, and attending international fair and exhibitions.

Developed and operated by Okura Shoji Co Ltd, with the idea of "changing apparel material and accessories procurement process", ApparelX i s a site where one can order all apparel textile, trims and accessories at once, going beyond the boundaries of location and distribution channels.

ApparelX has been welcomed by many apparel manufacturers and accessory factories, with the number of registered companies exceeding 4,700. There have been many inquiries for Japanese fabric from over the world, prompting the company to develop an e-commerce site that supports the languages and currencies of different countries to introduce Japan's finest products worldwide.

"Besides bringing Japanese products to the world, in the future, we aim to be the network where overseas textile, trims and accessories can be easily purchased in Japan. Thus, ApparelX will be a service which users all over the world can procure goods from any country, regardless of languages and borders," the company said.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RKS)