
Sustainable Innovation & Digital Transformation Excellence
SHEICO Group has achieved remarkable milestones in sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and digital transformation. From contributing to national efforts by manufacturing P3 protective equipment to establishing a dedicated Sustainability Department and an ISO 17025 TAF-certified laboratory, achieving an impressive 86% water recycling efficiency in our dyeing facilities, and successfully implementing our comprehensive eight-year SAP ERP integration project, these achievements exemplify our commitment to innovation and responsible corporate leadership.
The Group has secured prestigious international certifications, including ISO 14001 Environmental Management and ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems. Our products meet Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) requirements, while maintaining PFAS-free manufacturing processes for all proprietary fabrics. Having obtained ISO 14064-1 verification for greenhouse gas inventory, and launching our innovative OCENA® natural rubber line, we continue to demonstrate unwavering dedication to environmental stewardship through sustainable product development.
Despite our commercial success, we remain firmly committed to community engagement, as evidenced by our investment in the Shei Chung Hsin (SHEICO) All-Age Indoor Recreation and Wellness Center, providing local residents with a versatile venue for physical and mental wellness activities regardless of weather conditions. Looking forward, we are intensifying our investment in sustainable technologies, strengthening corporate governance frameworks, and optimizing operational efficiency—seamlessly integrating sustainable practices with intelligent manufacturing capabilities to establish a robust foundation for continued growth and innovation.
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2024
Donated and inaugurated the Shei Chung Hsin (SHEICO) All-Age Indoor Recreation and Wellness Center, providing a year-round space for physical and mental well-being in the community.
Successfully completed an eight-year SAP ERP system implementation across the Group, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and laying the foundation for smart manufacturing.
Neoprene products certified under the RCS (Recycled Claim Standard).
Certified compliant with the ZDHC MRSL (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals – Manufacturing Restricted Substances List). -
2023
The dyeing facility in Taiwan implemented ISO 50001 Energy Management System, passing third-party audits and earning full certification, reinforcing its environmental commitment.
Achieved an 86% water recycling rate at the dyeing mill in Taiwan.
Launched a new and improve OCENA® natural rubber formulation, offering a more sustainable alternative to petroleum-based neoprene.
In-house fabric production confirmed PFAS-free.
Obtained ISO 14064-1 verification for greenhouse gas inventory and reporting. -
2022
Honored as a recipient of the 76th Golden Merchant Award.
Received the Corporate Sports Certification for the third consecutive term.
Certified under ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
Established a TAF-accredited ISO 17025 laboratory.
Fabrics certified under the Global Recycled Standard (GRS).
Became a member of SEDEX, a global platform for ethical supply chain data exchange. -
2021
Established the Corporate Environmental Sustainability Division.
Recognized with the Yilan County Green Procurement Excellence Award. -
2020
Responded to the government’s emergency call by joining the national team to produce P3 protective suits; President Tsai Ing-Wen visited headquarters to commend the Group’s contribution.
Received the 2020 National Occupational Safety and Health Award.
Launched a major Vietnam expansion project.
Products certified by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) for bio-based content.

Total improvement and crossing into new markets
Besides upgrading the company’s internal IT system, SHEICO also ventured into the performance fabric and land apparel market with its own fabric brand, Spanflex. Furthermore, SHEICO established performance fabric and sports apparel production sites in Cambodia and Vietnam. The company also received bluesign® certification and MOEA's Taiwan Mittelstand Award. Several innovative products awarded in international awards.
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2019
ECO Infinic, a SHEICO owned subsidiary in Thailand established, which produces eco carbon black for neoprene production.
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2018
SHEICO Group's 50th birthday, headquarters renovation completed.
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2017
Launches the worlds's first ECO friendly wetsuit embedded with several green wetsuit technologies.
Innovative Digital Printed Glideskin awarded Material Innovations Winner by OutDoor Industry Award 2017.
Earned Fair Trade Certification, demonstrating commitment to ethical and sustainable practices. -
2016
New ERP system implemented for better service.
Innovative Ventiprene awarded Material Innovations Winner by OutDoor Industry Award 2016.
Certified under the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) for corporate social responsibility.
Joined the Higg FEM self-assessment platform for environmental sustainability in the textile supply chain. -
2015
Donated over $200,000 dollar worth of rescue wetsuits and live vests to MOI and local municipalities.
Cambodian production factory received Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) certification.
Corporate headquarters reconstruction project initiated.
Products certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Obtained ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification. -
2014
Taiwan's fabric factory approved by bluesign as a system partner.
Received MOEA’s Second Taiwan Mittelstand Award.
Sheico Vietnam established and start a new fabric production facility in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam.
Independently held the industry’s first overseas product launch event in the US. -
2013
Sheico Cambodia established a new facility to manufacture activewear.
Achieved certification under OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System. -
2011
Spanflex fabric product line expanded and launched globally.
Products certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, ensuring they are free from harmful substances. -
2010
SHEICO implemented new informational technology systems to strengthen competitiveness.
Both Cambodia and Thailand factories continue to expand to accommodate increased capacity demands.

Rapid overseas expansion
Expanded the raw materials production lines and constructed production sites in Taiwan, Thailand, China and Cambodia one after another. As overseas production locations increased rapidly, the company also kicked off its organizational restructuring. Moreover, a brand new headquarters building was constructed in Taiwan.
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2009
SHEICO Cambodia expanded to laminate neoprene sheets.
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2008
Sheico Cambodia established in the Manhattan Special Economic Zone, Bavet in Cambodia, a new manufacturing base to produce neoprene finished products.
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2005
A company-wide organizational reform was initiated to improve management capabilities.
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2004
New headquarters building completed in Yilan, Taiwan.
Zhejiang factory expanded for increased capacity. -
2002
All SHEICO factories received ISO-9001 certification.
SHEICO Thailand established a second factory for the manufacturing and lamination of neoprene sheets. -
2001
Second factory in China established in Zhejiang. It originally produced functional fabrics and later became the exclusive manufacturing facility for PFDs.
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2000
Knitting factory expanded and moved to a larger facility which became SHEICO's third factory in Taiwan.
SHEICO Thailand also expanded and moved to a new factory.

Development of the Neoprene business
After two years of research, SHEICO successfully developed its own neoprene manufacturing capability. Thereafter, the wetsuit production lines expanded to accommodate rapidly increasing orders from around the world. A domestic neoprene sheets factory was established and the first overseas factory subsequently opened in Thailand. Later, computerization was initiated throughout the company.
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1988
SHEICO Thailand established. Served as SHEICOs first production base overseas, SHEICO Thailand began wetsuits production and initiated computerization.
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1987
Standardized the operations management throughout the company.
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1986
The second factory established in Taiwan dedicated to the manufacturing and lamination of neoprene sheets.
The american office also opened in the same year, targeting to broaden US sales. -
1985
Began exporting neoprene sheets.
Invested in a new knitting factory for fabrics used for lamination with neoprene. -
1983
With no prior know-how, SHEICO successfully developed its own neoprene manufacturing capability after two years of research and development.
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1980
Set up a Sales Department.
Expanded the production line to make the first wetsuit.

Company's establishment and transformation
SHEICO Group started out as a raincoats and rubber boots manufacturer and retailer, later developed into a professional neoprene manufacturer.
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1979
Began the production and export of neoprene boots and gloves.
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1968
The company founded, manufacturing raincoats and rubber boots for retailing, under a brand of Chung Hsin.