20 Years Together – United to Go Further
“Some journeys are measured in years,The Gala Night “One Journey – One Team – One Ocean” is an occasion for the Hatay Shoes family – Hatay Textile & Dyeing Co., Ltd. to look back on our 20-year journey since 2006 and express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who have accompanied us, contributed, and placed their trust in the company. 20 years is more than just a number. It is a journey of footsteps, dedication, and people who have worked together to build Hatay Shoes into what it is today. And to understand where we are today, let us return to where this journey began.
but others are shaped by people,
by enduring dedication and the challenges we overcome together.”
The First Steps
The journey of Hatay Shoes began in 2002, when the company started as a textile and dyeing workshop with around 90 people. In 2006, the Hatay Shoes footwear factory was established with 6 sewing lines, 2 assembly lines, and around 400 employees. These were the first steps of a greater journey. In 2008, the company expanded with an additional factory in Cam Thuong, Ba Vi, Hanoi. In 2014, Thang Long Joint Stock Company, together with SHUN ZU and Thai Binh factories, joined the system. By 2024, Hatay Shoes had grown into a group of 5 factories specializing in footwear and EVA/IP products, with more than 3,000 employees and a production capacity of over 6 million pairs per year. From a humble beginning, we have grown step by step. From one factory, to a system. From a small team, to one big family.“Numbers may tell the story of our scale,
but behind every number is a story of people.”
The People Behind the Journey
Over the past 20 years, Hatay Shoes has reached where it is today thanks to the dedication of generations of managers, employees, and workers. Some joined us from the very beginning. Some have grown alongside the company. And today, a new generation is continuing the journey.“A company may be built with factories and machines,Each person has a different job, position, and story. But when we move toward the same goal, individual contributions become a collective strength. That is the power of one team.
but people create its spirit and strength.”
The People Who Stand Behind Us
This journey is not only about the people working at Hatay Shoes. It is also about our customers and partners – those who have placed their trust in us, created opportunities for cooperation, and joined us in building sustainable value. Today, Hatay Shoes serves international markets including the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, Canada, and many other countries, while partnering with international brands in the footwear industry. Every completed product is more than the result of production. It is also the result of trust, responsibility, and partnership.And behind every person who contributes is another special source of support – their family. Those who may not stand directly on the production line, but quietly share, encourage, and support them every day.
“They may not stand on the stage,That is why tonight's Gala is a message of gratitude to everyone who has contributed to this 20-year journey – in every position and at every stage.
but they are part of the journey.”
One Team – One Spirit
The theme “One Journey – One Team – One Ocean” carries a simple yet meaningful message. A single drop of water may be very small. But millions of drops coming together can create a vast ocean.“Each of us is a drop of water.Hatay Shoes was not built by one individual or one department alone. It is the result of one united team – from the office to the factories, from management to every worker on the production line. Every effort creates a better product.
Together, we create an ocean.”
Every individual step forward contributes to the progress of the company.
That is the power of unity. Hatay Shoes continues to focus on controlling the entire production process, from product development, cutting, sewing, and assembly to final quality inspection, while maintaining international standards and assessment programs. Everything is driven by one common goal: To continuously improve and create greater value.
One Ocean – New Horizons Ahead
From countless small drops, we create an ocean. And from that ocean, we look toward new horizons.“Twenty years is a journey we can be proud of,The world is changing. The manufacturing industry continues to demand higher standards in quality, technology, productivity, social responsibility, and adaptability. To move forward, Hatay Shoes will continue to build a more efficient, professional, and responsible manufacturing system, continuously improve our processes, strengthen our people, and meet the growing expectations of international markets.
but it is not the destination.”
Innovation moves us forward.
Quality earns trust.
People create strength.
The Waves Ahead
There are still vast oceans ahead of us. There will be new waves, new challenges, and new opportunities. 20 years have given us experience. The years have given us resilience. Our people have given us strength. And our partners have given us the confidence to keep moving forward.“We do not know what waves lie ahead.When we share the same direction, the same belief, and the same spirit, no journey is too far.
But we know that we will never sail alone.”
Writing the Next Chapter Together
Tonight is a moment to look back on the journey we have taken. To be proud of what we have achieved. To honor those who laid the first foundations. And to thank everyone who has helped shape Hatay Shoes into what it is today.But more importantly, this is a moment to look ahead together. Because a great journey is not one without challenges. It is a journey where, after every storm, we are still standing together.
“20 years – a journey behind us.Our sincere thanks to all generations of managers, employees, workers, customers, partners, and especially our families for your trust, support, and companionship throughout the journey.
One team – people moving forward together.
One ocean – a future full of possibilities.”
Thank you to those who laid the first foundations.
Thank you to those who persevered and built.
Thank you to those who continue to contribute every day.
And thank you to everyone who will help us write the future together.
“Twenty years brings one chapter to a close,Let us continue to uphold our spirit of unity, embrace innovation, and move forward together so that Hatay Shoes can continue to grow sustainably, reach further into international markets, and create a better future for our people, customers, partners, and generations to come.
while opening the door to a new journey.”
Because ahead of us are new markets, new opportunities, new generations, and new stories waiting to be written.
“One Journey – One Team – One Ocean.Hatay Shoes – 20 Years Together, United to Go Further.
20 Years of Pride – Together, Toward the Future.”