OUR STORY
WHO WE ARE
AST pioneered seamless and advanced textile solutions in South Africa, setting the standard in local and regional manufacturing. Today, our expertise spans Seamless, Woven, Swimwear, Shapewear, Cosmetics and Accessories, empowering brands to craft versatile, high-quality collections with confidence and creative freedom. Through strong partnerships and agile production across local and global networks, we help transform ideas into beautifully executed products.
END TO END SOLUTIONS
More than suppliers, we are AST – trusted partners helping brands turn vision into reality. From concept to production, we simplify challenges, elevate ideas, and deliver expertly crafted textiles and seamless solutions that perform.
OUR MISSION: To design with purpose, innovate with integrity, and responsibly source and deliver apparel solutions across seamless, wovens, swimwear, shapewear, and accessories—guiding every stage from concept to delivery while empowering brands and supporting sustainable production.
OUR VALUES
HISTORY
2018
2019
2024
2026
AST founded with a mission to supply quality textile solutions through strong partnerships and market-driven innovation.
Expansion in imports & local production for Seamless, Wovens, Swimwear, Accessories and Shapewear.
Birth of Afri Knit vertical seamless manufacturing plant. Focusing on new fabrications and streamlined production.
Established footprint in the textile industry with innovations in seamless fabrications and import solutions.