Coats Group plc operates primarily through two business segments: Apparel and Footwear. The Apparel division produces industrial sewing threads, knitting yarns, zips, and trims used in clothing manufacturing, while the Footwear division supplies specialized threads, structural components, and insoles, bolstered by the recent acquisition of OrthoLite. The company also manufactures performance materials, including safety fabrics and composites utilized in the automotive, telecommunications, and personal protection sectors. Coats maintains a vast geographic footprint, generating the majority of its revenue from manufacturing hubs in China, Vietnam, and India, while serving customers globally. As a leading Tier 2 supplier, the company holds a strong competitive position driven by its scale, proprietary manufacturing technologies, and focus on sustainable product lines such as recycled threads.
