Founded in 2025 by Narahari Payala and Aseem Chitkara, STCH builds an AI-native platform for fabric research and development and manages a controlled manufacturing network across India and Asia. The company leverages AI to identify global fashion trends, select sustainable fibers, and optimise the supply chain for fabric development. STCH operates under a contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) model, partnering with textile mills and global fashion brands. It reports an order book in excess of $15 million from customers in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. The startup plans to use its newly raised capital to expand AI capabilities, accelerate R&D, and deepen partnerships with mills and brands. The founders bring prior experience from Zetwerk and emphasize building an AI-native textile innovation platform from India.

Total raised

$7M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Apr 2026