Built by people who ride.
NENK was founded in 2026 by veterans of the cycling apparel industry — pattern engineers, mill operators, and brand managers who got tired of explaining why the sample didn't match the bulk. So we built a factory where it does.
A factory that finishes what it samples.
We're a vertically-integrated OEM and Private Label partner. We don't sell our own brand. Our success is measured by the brands we make for — by their reorder rates, their margin, their athlete feedback. That alignment is the reason this company exists.
What 200 people make in a year.
How we got here.
- 2026 · Q1
NENK is founded
Three founders, one shared frustration: bulk that didn't match approved samples. Lease signed on the original 2,000 m² facility.
- 2026 · Q2
Cycling line spins up
Italian sublimation calenders installed. First jersey and bib programs sampled for European partners.
- 2026 · Q3
3D design integrated
CLO 3D and Browzwear seats deployed. Sample iteration count drops by 70%.
- 2026 · Q4
Facility expansion to 6,000 m²
Triathlon, running and yoga lines added. Headcount reaches 200.
- 2027 · Q1
Sustainability commitments published
First Impact Brief released. 1.2 MW rooftop solar commissioned.
What we won't compromise.
A factory's character shows in its no's. Here are ours.
No spec drift
If the bulk fabric or trim differs from the approved sample, we re-make. No 'industry-standard tolerance' excuses.
No ghost subcontracting
If a step leaves our facility, you'll see it on the BOM. We don't pass work to unaudited shops.
No greenwash
If we can't show the certificate, we won't put the claim on the label.