On November 13, Wuhan made history as the automobile industry became the first to reach a 100 billion yuan output value. From this moment on, this newspaper launched a special series titled "One Billion-Billion Industries Look at Hubei," aiming to highlight the province's other major industries that have reached or are approaching the 100 billion yuan threshold. The series will explore the broader industrial landscape and uncover the internal drivers behind Hubei’s rapid economic growth.
Over the past five years, the textile industry in Hubei has undergone a dramatic transformation. Once operating in isolation, it has now evolved into a more integrated and large-scale sector. This shift is part of a broader trend where industries are relocating from coastal regions to central and western provinces, bringing new opportunities for development.
According to an official from the Hubei Economic and Credit Commission, during the 11th Five-Year Plan period, basic processing industries such as cotton spinning had largely completed their relocation. In the next five years, the focus shifted to terminal industries like weaving, printing, dyeing, and clothing, which saw a surge in industrial movement.
The relocation of textile clusters—from the coast to inland areas, and from city centers to suburban zones—reflects this dynamic change. Major textile mills in Wuhan, including Wuhan First Cotton, Wuhan Jiangnan, and Yudahua, have all moved out of the city center. New industrial zones on the outskirts have emerged as attractive locations, drawing in companies and fostering the formation of new industrial clusters.
Wuhan Jiangnan Industrial Group Co., Ltd. serves as a prime example of this transformation. Once based in the city center, the company relocated to the Yangluo Economic Development Zone in 2002, completing its move by 2009. The government’s promised infrastructure and support helped the company thrive, and with its arrival, the area quickly developed into a small but vibrant industrial cluster.
In just two days, a new large company joined the area, marking the beginning of a new era for Hubei’s textile industry. The wave of industrial transfer and technological upgrades led to a complete rebirth of the sector.
By the end of 2005, the total output value of Hubei’s textile industry stood at 42.2 billion yuan, with main business revenue at 39.6 billion yuan and 895 enterprises above the designated size. Over the next five years, the industry steadily moved toward the 100 billion yuan goal.
By 2010, over ten key industrial clusters contributed 30% of the textile industry’s total output. Cities like Xiangfan established the largest textile and apparel fabric production base, while Jingmen Li Ning Industrial Park invested 10 billion yuan to build a modern facility.
The integration of research and production has accelerated, with new technologies like high-efficiency short-flow embedded composite spinning being widely adopted. This year, Hubei expects to allocate over 20 billion yuan for technological upgrades in the textile sector.
By the end of 2009, the number of enterprises above the designated size in Hubei’s textile industry had grown to 1,591, with an average of two new large companies added every two days. Brands like Meierya, Maoren, and Aidi have gained national recognition.
In the first three quarters of this year, the main business income of the textile industry reached 86.5 billion yuan, reflecting a 37% increase compared to the previous year. The Hubei Economic and Credit Commission estimates that the industry’s main business income will exceed 120 billion yuan this year, surpassing the 100 billion yuan mark.
Looking ahead, the 12th Five-Year Plan emphasizes continuing the industrial transfer process. As domestic demand becomes a key driver of China’s development, the textile industry is expected to gain even more opportunities.
The draft plan for the 12th Five-Year Development of the Textile Industry includes not only the continuation of coastal industry transfers but also structural adjustments in terminal products and the upgrading of four key sectors: chemical fiber, textiles, printing and dyeing, and clothing. Additionally, the plan aims to create five regional industrial zones, such as the Edong Clothing Corridor, the Yangtze River Industrial Belt, the Jianghan Industrial Belt, the Ramie Specialty Industrial Park, and the silk and silk processing base.
Developing strong brand identities and overcoming industry bottlenecks are also top priorities for the next five years. With these efforts, the future of Hubei’s textile industry looks very promising.
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