About us
WENDLER INTERLINING
WENDLER INTERLINING
German roots. Global expertise. Trusted worldwide.
Wendler Interlining is a family-owned company with German roots and a clear international focus. For decades, we have been developing and producing reliable and sustainable interlining solutions for the global apparel industry.
We believe that reliability is essential in garment production. Interlinings and other garment components must perform consistently, integrate seamlessly into production processes, and meet expectations at every stage. This commitment shapes the way we work and how we support our customers and partners.
What we stand for: global expertise, reliability, and speed—building partnerships that last.
Our people make the difference. We are a connected and diverse global team, working together across departments and locations—from management and sales to production and quality. By combining our strengths and expertise, we deliver consistent performance and lasting value for our customers.
A glimpse of our team. Many more colleagues worldwide contribute to Wendler’s success every day.
Dr. Gerhart Wendler
Chairman
Germany
Frank Sailer
CEO, Group
Germany
Peter Heim
Global Sales Director, incl. Global Nomination Business
Germany
Raphael Hofmann
Sales Director Europe
Germany
Sonja Fischer
Global Head of Procurement
Germany
Harald Baeumle
Global Technical Head & General Manager, Vietnam
Germany, Vietnam
Kanat Altunbas
General Manager & Sales Director Asia
Vietnam, Hong Kong
Daniel Vu
Head of Sales & Marketing, Vietnam
Vietnam
Ashief Khan
Director Operations, Bangladesh
Bangladesh
Aman Hossain
Head of Sales & Marketing, Bangladesh
Bangladesh
OUR STORY
From textile origins to global interlining expertise.
Founded in 1843 in Germany, Wendler Interlining has evolved from a traditional textile manufacturer into a global specialist for reliable and sustainable interlining solutions.
1843
Founded in Reutlingen, Germany, as a textile contract manufacturer, Wendler evolved within just a few decades into an established textile company with its own spinning, weaving, and dyeing operations.
1974
Specialized in shirt interlinings, building strong technical expertise and a deep understanding of garment production and application requirements.
Today
We apply this expertise across all interlining types and applications. With over 50 years of dedicated interlining experience, we support brands, buyers, and garment manufacturers worldwide.
OUR VALUES
Our values define how we work, collaborate, and interact with each other. We work as one global team — guided by trust, respect, and responsibility.
Honesty
We take ownership, think sustainably, and act with kindness.
People
We are connected, diverse and we work together as one global family.
Partnership
We listen, we understand, we support.
GLOBAL PRESENCE
Today's garment production is global, and so are we.
We support brands, buyers, and garment manufacturers worldwide, ensuring consistent quality and reliable performance across all regions.
Family-owned in the 7th generation
Global reach, local representation
Using Wendler inside
Dedicated global team and network
Located in key fashion and garment hubs
Sustainable manufacturing, complying with global standards
OUR LOCATIONS
Global presence, local expertise.
Our global network of production facilities, sales offices, and warehouse hubs combines local expertise with global capabilities to ensure reliable production, efficient sourcing, consistent quality, and on-time delivery worldwide.
Sustainability you can trust
Woven into everything we do.
At Wendler Interlining, we measure success not only by our business performance, but also by the positive impact we create for people, the environment, and society.
Sustainable Manufacturing
We take responsibility by protecting resources, reducing emissions, and improving efficiency worldwide.
Sustainable
Products
We offer certified materials, including GOTS, OCS, BCI, and GRS, and all products meet OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 requirements for product safety.
Frank Sailer
Your Global Partner for Garment Interlinings
We support customers worldwide with reliable interlining solutions, from development through production.
