Melbourne - ABMT, the Australian circular knitter which specialises in sustainably produced fabrics, has launched an in-stock program featuring its well-known wool-based products as well as its certified organic cotton-based textiles.

Known for its ethical, traceable Merino innovations, ABMT is a vertically integrated manufacturer best known for its wool-based fabrics. From research to testing to production to distribution, ABMT says it implements sustainable and responsible practices at all levels of its operations. It also brings an equally high level of ecological care with regard to its certified organic cotton products.

At its Melbourne headquarters, ABMT’s operates a range of circular knitting machines, in single jersey, double knit and jacquard, combined with the latest in low liquor ratio dyeing machines and broad finishing capabilities such as compaction, decatising and brushing.

The company also has an operation in China which, established in 2005, specialises in natural fibre and natural fibre blend terry, fleece, ponte, double-knit and jersey. With its main office situated in Shanghai, the factory is located on the Ning-shao Plain, just outside of Ningbo.

“We’re clearly known for creating unrivaled wool and wool blends,” said Julian Collins, sales manager at ABMT. “But we’ve also spent years applying our profound understanding of organic materials to generate some of the world’s finest cotton, and we’re proud to say we’ve been doing it all right here in

Melbourne. At the end of the day, we want our new and existing customers to feel something they’ve never felt when it comes to this staple fibre.”

To give global customers access to the in-stock program, ABMT is working through its long-established partner Concept III, a textile-sourcing firm renowned for its high standards in evaluating mills and manufacturers.

Working closely with mills located throughout the world, Concept III sources, develops, and produces new fabric-based solutions for consumer apparel brands.

“ABMT is a worldwide leader in natural fibres, so it’s no surprise its certified organic cotton products are just as remarkable as their wools,” said Chris Parkes, President of Concept III. “Having all these organic cotton innovations on hand and in stock is a game changer. I think apparel brands are really going to be blown away by the impressive array of textures and features found in ABMT’s cotton-based products.”