SHEPHERD MERINO YARN SPINNING

Spinning Equipment

SHEPHERD MERINO FABRIC WEAVING

Weaving Equipment

SHEPHERD MERINO GARMENT SEWING

Sewing Equipment

SHEPHERD MERINO dyeing and finishing

Finishing Equipment

SHEPHERD MERINO YARN SPINNING
SHEPHERD MERINO YARN SPINNING

Spinning Equipment

Our spinning equipment is dedicated to producing high-quality merino wool yarn for outdoor brands, sportswear, thermal apparel, and functional textiles. We are equipped with ring spinning frames, wool carding machines, roving frames, drawing frames, and automatic cone winding machines to ensure stable yarn evenness, strength, softness and durability. Our premium merino yarn features excellent breathability, temperature regulation, anti-wrinkle performance and long-lasting comfort, making it ideal for high-performance outdoor wear, base layers, hiking and skiing apparel.
SHEPHERD MERINO FABRIC WEAVING
SHEPHERD MERINO FABRIC WEAVING

Weaving Equipment

Our weaving and knitting lines focus on manufacturing high-performance merino wool fabrics for outdoor, hiking, camping, thermal, and sportswear applications. We run computerized flat knitting machines, circular knitting machines, TERROT jacquard looms, warping machines, and two-for-one twisters to support diversified fabric structures. Our advanced jacquard looms enable complex patterns, three-dimensional textures, and customized designs, delivering fabrics with outstanding warmth, moisture-wicking, wind-resistant, and wear-resistant properties for high-end outdoor functional garments.
SHEPHERD MERINO GARMENT SEWING
SHEPHERD MERINO GARMENT SEWING

Sewing Equipment

Our sewing and garment production line provides one-stop manufacturing for merino wool outdoor apparel, base layers, thermal wear, knitwear, and functional clothing. We are equipped with automatic fabric spreading machines, fully automatic cutting tables, computerized garment hanger systems, flatlock and computerized lockstitch sewing machines to ensure high precision, stable sizing, and consistent stitching quality. Our finished garments deliver excellent comfort, breathability, moisture management, temperature control, and long-lasting performance, widely trusted by international outdoor brands.
SHEPHERD MERINO dyeing and finishing
SHEPHERD MERINO dyeing and finishing

Finishing Equipment

Our finishing process upgrades the performance and hand feel of merino wool fabrics and garments for professional outdoor use. We adopt stenters, milling machines, dyeing tanks, steaming preshrinking machines, and raising machines to enhance softness, dimensional stability, color fastness, anti-shrinkage, and durability. Our eco-friendly finishing ensures excellent moisture-wicking, breathability, warmth retention, and wear resistance, perfectly meeting the strict requirements of outdoor brands, functional sportswear, and high-end apparel markets.
CEO & FOUNDER: George Zheng

‘I always dreamt of being a shepherd, I love looking after my customers, my team and family.’

As the professionally-trained textile expert, our founder has dedicated his life to the textile industry. With deep expertise in merino wool, he has built an automated, integrated factory covering the whole industrial chain, driving the company's continuous development.

Shepherd has a complete supply chain system, covering key processes such as spinning, knitting, dyeing, garment production, and printing. This efficient and comprehensive production model enables us to provide our customers with a one-step service solution. We are committed to providing our customers with the best  products and the most satisfactory service, making cooperation more effortless and enjoyable.

Our History

A craftsmanship of unwavering quality that has endured for 20 years
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Establish Zhangjiagang SHEPHERD Textile Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2007, Shepherd is located in Suzhou, Jiangsu (about an hour from Shanghai by car), covering 26,640 square meters. For 18 years, it has specialized in Merino wool knitted fabric and garment R D and manufacturing. Its vertically integrated supply chain and leading production tech enable one-stop customer solutions.
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Become the core supplier of Kari Traa

Shepherd is proud to be a core supplier to Kari Traa, a leading Norwegian women’s outdoor and ski activewear brand. For Kari Traa’s thermal base layers, Shepherd delivers exquisite jacquard craftsmanship that combines stylish design, exceptional comfort, and practical performance.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

The sales volume exceeds 15 million US dollars

Shepherd focuses on the full Merino wool industrial chain, with annual sales exceeding $15 million due to its integrated supply chain and strict quality control. Its products are sold worldwide, covering outdoor and business scenarios.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

The sales volume exceeds 30 million US dollars

Shepherd's annual sales exceed $30 million. With a number of international authoritative certifications, its products are selected and trusted by many outdoor brands worldwide, and its high-end market layout continues to expand.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

Co-develop the digital fashion software platform HOLOGARMENT

Shepherd and QingJia Technology have co-developed the digital fashion software platform HOLOGARMENT, empowering the digital upgrading of the Merino wool industrial chain, enabling efficient collaboration in design and production, and driving the development of sustainable fashion with technology.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

Joined the National Textile Product Development Base

Shepherd drives local development with over $1.5 million in tax payments. It's committed to sustainable fashion, developing and launching recyclable wool products. Boasting strong design and R D capabilities, we won the ISPO's Outstanding Works of Autumn/Winter 2022/23. Additionally, we co-organized the International Woolmark Prize final with QingJia Technology, jointly propelling the wool industry's innovative upgrade via industrial cooperation.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

Automated factory comprehensive capacity upgrade across the board in the spinning mill & dyeing mill

Shepherd is among the few domestic enterprises to complete the recycled wool closed - loop, implementing green development with advanced technology. It has successfully joined Anta's procurement system, showcasing excellent product quality and supply chain strength. Moreover, the national mountaineering team wore our high-tech thermal clothing to scale Mount Qomolangma, backing extreme exploration with professional-grade quality.
Shepherd, a trusted recycled merino wool supplier to Decathlon, showcases RECYWO® sustainable wool fabrics in various heathered colors, highlighting our partnership in eco-friendly textile solutions

Become the designated supplier for Decathlon

Shepherd has become the designated recycled wool supplier for Decathlon. Relying on the self-developed core technology of recycled wool closed-loop, we provide core supply chain support for the sustainable fashion layout of this world-renowned brand with high-quality and traceable recycled wool products.
SHEPHERD Professional merino wool textile manufacturer Shepherd Company

Introduce the MerinoLife concept of living Achieve the vertically integrated wool-spinning industrial model

Shepherd introduces the MerinoLife living concept, integrating the natural advantages of Merino wool into diverse life scenarios. We have also achieved the vertically integrated wool-spinning industrial model, connecting the entire process from raw materials to finished garments, and laying a solid industrial foundation for the implementation of this concept.
Conceptual rendering of Anhui intelligent automated factory

Strategic Capacity Expansion, Intelligent Manufacturing First

While further developing our Merino wool base in Jiangsu, we held a groundbreaking ceremony in late 2025 to begin construction of a new automated factory in Anhui. With an investment of over 130 million USD and a site area of 108,000 sqm, the project will deliver highly intelligent production and increase total capacity by 500% upon completion, laying a solid foundation for our long-term growth.
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Full Chain Quality Control

Complete Testing Capability Across The Textile Chain

Professional In-House Testing Centre, benchmarked with SGS standards. Covers full testing for raw wool, yarns, fabrics, and finished garments.
Complies with international test standards including ASTMD, ISO, GB, and OEKO‑TEX.
Provides comprehensive testing services:
Color Fastness, Physical Properties, Chemical Analysis, Colour Assessment, Dimensional Stability, Tensile Strength, Tear Resistance, Pilling Resistance, Abrasion Resistance, Shrinkage, pH Value, Formaldehyde Content, and Restricted Substances Testing etc.
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Professional Certification

Our collection of honors highlights our outstanding achievements and continuous pursuit of high standards in our field. We take pride in receiving prestigious certifications

Qualifications & Business Partner

Trusted by 200+ global apparel brands.

What segments of the Merino wool industrial chain do we cover?

We are a vertically integrated wool textile enterprise with full coverage of the entire Merino wool industrial chain, including yarn spinning, weaving, dyeing, finishing, and garment manufacturing. We exercise strict quality control over raw materials from the source and transform Merino wool into high-quality yarns, fabrics, and garments through advanced manufacturing processes. Our one-stop solutions ensure consistent product quality and stable supply.

Do we offer products or services in materials other than Merino wool?

We focus on the full industrial chain development of Merino wool products. Leveraging our mature production system and technical expertise, we also source other premium raw materials, including cashmere, camel down, mulberry silk, and bamboo fiber. We are also capable of producing wool-blended products incorporating modal, spandex, polyester, Tencel, and other materials, catering to our customers' diverse needs.

How do we guarantee the quality of Merino wool products from raw materials to finished garments?

We have established long-term strategic partnerships with top-tier pastures in Australia and New Zealand, and strictly select high-quality Merino raw woolall certified with GRS, RWS, and other authoritative accreditations. In the production process, we adopt high-precision spinning equipment and eco-friendly dyeing technologies, and strictly adhere to international textile standards such as ASTM and ISO. Our company is equipped with a CNAS-accredited laboratory that conducts full-index testing on raw wool, fabrics, and finished garments. We implement rigorous quality control throughout the entire production process to ensure stable and reliable product quality, and we can provide detailed testing reports upon request.

What is our personalized customization process?

Our personalized customization service consists of four key stages: demand communication, solution design, sample confirmation, and mass production. Our professional team conducts in-depth consultations to fully understand your customization requirements, and the delivery cycle is flexibly determined based on order complexity and volume. Meanwhile, we have forged in-depth cooperation with the NAO Virtual Loom Project of Qingjia Technology, which has drastically shortened the fabric R&D cycle to approximately 30 days, significantly improving development efficiency and product commercialization speed.

What specialized technologies and processes do we provide?

We specialize in the R&D and production of functional outdoor Merino wool products, and master a range of core technologies and processes including ultra-fine spinning, eco-friendly dyeing, functional coating, softening, water/shrink/sun protection, anti-pilling and wear resistance, moisture wicking and quick drying, thermal insulation, natural antibacterial and deodorization, as well as a closed-loop process for pre-consumer recycled wool. All our products comply with international environmental and safety standards such as OEKO-Tex Standard 100, boasting skin-friendly comfort, long-lasting durability, and professional outdoor performance, which fully meet the functional requirements of high-end outdoor apparel.

What is our minimum order quantity (MOQ)? Do we support OEM and ODM? What about order lead times?

We support both OEM and ODM development, and can provide one-stop customization services tailored to customers' brand positioning, design requirements, and technical specifications.

For fabrics, the MOQ is 3,000 meters per style and 1,000 meters per color.

For finished garments, the MOQ is 500 pieces per style per color.

The lead time for bulk fabric production is 75-80 days.

The lead time for finished garments is as follows: color matching takes about 2 weeks; yarn spinning and fabric weaving take 75-80 days upon color confirmation; garment manufacturing takes 30 days.

We arrange production schedules rationally based on actual order conditions to ensure on-time and high-quality delivery.

What environmental protection measures do we adopt in the production process?

We plan to invest in the installation of an 800 kW distributed photovoltaic power station, utilizing solar energy during the daytime and green electricity at night. Meanwhile, our cooling water and steam condensate recovery and recycling system saves 200 tons of water, 48.58 kg of standard coal, and reduces 182 kg of carbon dioxide emissions every day. In addition, all pure wool scraps generated during production are fully recycled through our closed-loop recycled wool process, practicing green production with all indicators meeting national and industrial environmental protection requirements. Our company has also obtained endorsements for its green manufacturing system, including LEED Platinum certification and SDS carbon footprint certification.

What is our management hierarchy and department structure?

We adopt an efficient linear functional management structure with a clear and streamlined hierarchy. We have established an R&D Center, a National-Level Laboratory, a Cotton & Wool Yarn Mill, a Knitwear Factory, a Knitted Fabric Factory, a Dyeing and Printing Factory, a Garment Manufacturing Factory, and other specialized facilities. Our departments cover the entire industrial chain, including core sectors such as yarn and fabric R&D, production and manufacturing, quality control and testing, and marketing. All departments collaborate closely and interact efficiently, enabling precise control over the entire process from raw materials to finished garments and ensuring consistent product quality and stable supply chain operations.

Shepherd’s vertically integrated Merino wool chain and recycled closed-loop technology are game-changers for our sustainable line. Their product quality and order response speed have set a new benchmark for our suppliers.

Elena Carter | Senior Product Development Director @ European Outdoor Brand

We’ve partnered with Shepherd for years, and their MerinoLife concept perfectly aligns with our brand’s pursuit of comfort and eco-friendliness. Their high-tech thermal garments and fabric innovation never fail to impress our design team.

Marcus Wong | Global Sourcing Manager @ International Sports Apparel Group

Shepherd’s digital fashion platform NAO Visual Loom has greatly optimized our co-design process. The fine Merino wool fabrics, especially the jacquard and double-sided series, offer unbeatable texture and functionality for our premium collections.

Sophie Laurent | Chief Designer @ Luxury Casual Wear Brand (France)

As our designated recycled wool supplier, Shepherd’s traceable green production system fully meets our global carbon emission standards. Their consistent product quality and professional supply chain support make them an irreplaceable partner.

Jake Henderson | Sustainability & Procurement Director @ Global Retail Giant

We Have Partners All Over the World

Specializing in High-end Woolen knitted clothing;
Mainly exported to United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and European countries (Norway, Sweden, Finland etc.).
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