Coats Group PLC, a world-leading Tier 2 supplier of critical components to the apparel and footwear industries, and JACK Technology Co., Ltd. (JACK), a global leader in intelligent sewing equipment, today signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation to accelerate innovation for China’s fast-growing small-to-medium-sized (SME) apparel manufacturing sector.
As part of the partnership, Coats and JACK will deliver a tailored SME offering that combines high-performance Coats thread, Coats Digital software, and dedicated technical support with JACK’s intelligent sewing equipment and technical expertise. The integrated solution will help SME manufacturers identify and address shop floor inefficiencies in real-time, improve productivity and manage inventory levels more effectively.
“SMEs play a vital role in the global supply chain, yet their unique needs are often underserved,” said Adrian Elliott, Apparel CEO and Group Commercial Officer, Coats. “We’re thrilled to partner with JACK, a leader in the SME segment, and combine our capabilities for an industry-leading solution that delivers meaningful value to this important customer group.”
The specialised offering will be rolled out to apparel manufacturing SMEs across China in June through JACK’s extensive distribution network.
“We’re excited to partner with Coats to support the evolving needs of apparel SMEs and to help improve efficiency, quality and competitiveness across the sector,” said Moly (Li) Wu, CEO, JACK Technology Co., Ltd.
The Memorandum was signed by Coats Apparel CEO and Group Commercial Officer, Adrian Elliott, and JACK CEO, Moly (Li) Wu, in Taizhou, China, on May 25, 2026.
ABOUT COATS GROUP PLC
Coats is a world-leading Tier 2 manufacturer and trusted partner for the apparel and footwear industries. We deliver essential materials, components, and software solutions that help our customers grow, compete and win.
With over 250 years of industry expertise, we’re shaping the future of the apparel and footwear supply chain through insight-led innovation, impactful sustainability practices, and digital technologies that unlock better product quality, efficiency and performance.
Headquartered in the UK, Coats is a FTSE 250 company and a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index. In 2025, we generated $1.5 billion in revenue and employed approximately 19,000 people worldwide — all united by a spirit of innovation, quality, and service. Learn more at Coats.com or follow us on LinkedIn and WeChat “高士线业”.
ABOUT COATS DIGITAL
Coats Digital, part of the Coats Group, is the leading digital transformation partner for the fashion supply chain. Its AI-powered software solutions — covering costing, forecasting, production scheduling and fabric cutting — give fashion brands and manufacturers the connected intelligence to drive efficiency, protect margins and reduce costs, from first cost to final delivery.
ABOUT JACK TECHNOLOGY
JACK is a global leader in intelligent sewing equipment and total solution provider for the garment, footwear, home furnishings, automotive and aviation sectors.
Their integrated solutions include everything from intelligent fabric cutting and sorting, sewing, hanging and storage, to real-time quality control, inspection and logistics management that help manufacturers improve efficiency, manage costs and reduce their energy use.
Established in 1995, JACK employs over 8,000 employees around the world and is listed on the Shanghai Exchange (SSE; stock code 603337).
