¿Cuál es el panorama de Fabricato? Su presidente explica el rumbo de la compañía en medio de la reestructuración

TL;DR

Fabricato is restructuring due to challenges like import pressure, smuggling, and increased labor costs.
The company is closing its main spinning plant, opting to import yarn for competitiveness.
A spinning plant linked to circular economy projects will remain operational.
Exports to Ecuador are paused due to a 30% tariff on Colombian products.
Exports to the US face a 10% tariff, with specific origin rules requiring continued domestic yarn production.
Other production plants (circular and flat weaving, non-woven) remain active.
Despite a 40% revenue drop from closing the denim plant, Fabricato achieved profits in 2025.
The closure of the denim plant was due to the disappearance of a major client and competition from cheaper imported and smuggled fabrics.
The Colombian textile sector, especially garment manufacturing, is struggling with increased labor costs and currency appreciation.
Fabricato projects slight growth for 2026 with a focus on strategic alliances and long-term relationships.
The spinning plant closure will impact around 180 employees through retirements, reallocations, and departures.
The key message for business leaders is the need for rapid adaptation to economic changes and currency effects to maintain competitiveness and employment.

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