Surge in demand for luxury fashion fabrics around the world, has enhanced the Italy's textile industry which is renowned for its unique materials.
Meanwhile, apparel industry seems to be slowly overcoming the sudden drop in output early this year, as September recorded year-on-year growth of 4.4 percent, biggest increase since mid 2004.
During the January-September 2006 period, the average monthly growth rate for underwear manufacturers was around 1.9 percent and that for other apparel producers came up to 4.1 percent.
Exports to Asian giant China also registered significant boost.
Weaker segments included knitted and crocheted hosiery.
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