Work in progress at EPZ. [Photo/nation]

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Top global fashion brand Calvin Klein has signed production contracts with local textile manufacturers. 

Calvin Klein joins Arrow, Izod and Cherokee as the international labels that have signed with Kenya-based firms, according to officials of the Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA).

Other brands including Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) started local production in 2014 at Ashton Apparel.

The company, currently employing 1,500 workers, is in the process of expanding in what will see it double its workforce.

New Wide Garments is manufacturing Arrow and Izod labels and employes more than 7,000 workers.

Global EPZ produces Cherokee brand of clothing and has 1,500 staff.