Special Report

Cooling Investments In Bangladesh Apparel Factories Can Pay Back Within Four Years

Textile Insights October 9, 2026

Investments in cooling systems for Bangladesh’s apparel factories could be commercially viable, with an estimated payback period of one to four years, according to new research by Cornell University’s Global Labor Institute (GLI). The findings are part of a new report, “Six Seasons, Four

Trade & Market

Bangladesh Loosens Import Regime, Gives Exporters Greater Procurement Flexibility

Textile Insights September 8, 2026

New policy removes value ceiling on non-LC imports, expands bonded facilities and FTZ provisions, while raising value-addition norms for garments Bangladesh has introduced a more flexible import regime that could ease overseas procurement for manufacturers and strengthen the country’s export-oriented supply chain. The Import Policy Order 2026–2029, issued by the Ministry

Trade & Market

Global Knitwear Trade Nears US$ 290 Billion As Industry Expands Its Share

Textile Insights September 8, 2026

The global apparel trade is witnessing a structural shift towards knitwear, driven by changing consumer preferences and rising demand for casual, stretch and performance-oriented clothing. Global knitwear exports increased from US$ 145.2 billion in 2006 to US$ 289.1 billion in 2025, more than doubling over the period. As a result, knitwear’s share of global textile […]

Corporates

BGMEA & SDC Sign MoU To Promote Sustainable Textile Innovation

Textile Insights August 10, 2026

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and the Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in sustainability, education and innovation across Bangladesh’s textile and apparel industry. The partnership aims to enhance industry capabilities through knowledge and skill

Corporates

BGMEA Partners With SDC To Advance Sustainable Textiles

Textile Insights August 7, 2026

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and the Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in education, sustainability and innovation across Bangladesh’s textile and apparel sector. The partnership seeks to enhance industry capabilities by promoting knowledge and

Corporates

AMANN Group To Expand Manufacturing Footprint In Bangladesh

Textile Insights June 1, 2026

German industrial thread manufacturer AMANN Group has announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Bangladesh, reinforcing its long-term commitment to one of the world’s largest apparel sourcing destinations. The development was shared by AMANN Group CEO Markus Nicolaus during a meeting with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA)

Corporates

Vision Group, Shahi Exports Sign US$ 30 Million Apparel Partnership

Textile Insights May 21, 2026

Bangladesh-based Vision Group and India’s Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd. have signed a US$ 30 million annual partnership agreement aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in the textile and apparel sector. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Vision Group’s office in Savar by AHA Gaffar, Director of Vision Group, and Poorana Seenivasan, CEO and Director […]

Industry

Beximco Textiles Shuts Down Operations, Workers’ Dues To Be Paid In Phases

Textile Insights February 27, 2025

Beximco Textiles has announced the closure of all its factories, with operations ceasing completely from 28 February. The company has laid off all officers, employees, and workers, citing a lack of work. A company notice states that worker dues will be paid in phases starting 9 March, with the finance and labour ministries providing the […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

BGMEA Seeks Support Amid US$ 400 Mln Apparel Loss

Textile Insights October 24, 2024

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) announced that the country’s apparel sector has regained stability following a turbulent period marked by labour unrest. At a press conference in Dhaka, BGMEA President Khandaker Rafiqul Islam acknowledged the cooperation of the government, factory owners, workers, the Bangladesh Army, and law

Sustainability

Bangladesh Adds 12 More LEED Certified Garment Units In 2024

Textile Insights May 31, 2024

In the first five months of ongoing year, 12 more Bangladesh garment factories bagged the LEED certification, bringing the number of Bangladeshi LEED certified apparel factories to 218. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognised green building rating system that emphasises environmental responsibility and energy efficiency. “This recent