Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has said the International Finance Corporation (IFC)-led Advisory Partnership for Cleaner Textile (PaCT) has helped participating factories cut carbon and water footprints. PaCT is a holistic programme that supports the entire textile value chain - spinning, weaving, wet processing and garment factories in adopting
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Bangladesh-Indonesia can complement for RMG development
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has paid a courtesy call on Ambassador of Indonesia to Bangladesh Heru Hartanto Subolo at the embassy on Sunday, a press release said. BGMEA vice president Shahidullah Azim, director Barrister Vidiya Amrit Khan and chair of BGMEA standing committee on foreign affairs Shams Mahmud were also present
BGMEA, IICCI, Sowtex team up to make textile sourcing easier
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), Indian Importers Chambers Of Commerce and Industries (IICCI) and Sowtex Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to make textile sourcing easier for Bangladesh's apparel exporters by connecting them with Indian suppliers. As per the agreement, they would host Business-to-business (B2B) meets through
Peaceful atmosphere prerequisite to foster industrial growth BGMEA
The RMG sector in Bangladesh has earned global praise not just for its outstanding achievements in workplace safety, but also for making significant strides in strengthening industrial relations and ensuring workers' rights and well-being, BGMEA President Faruque Hassan said. He made the remarks while speaking at a view exchange meeting between
BGMEA seeks Dutch support for smooth LDC graduation
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has sought the support of the Netherlands through the extension of the transition period for Bangladesh's smooth LDC graduation. BGMEA President Faruque Hassan met with Birgitta Tazelaar, deputy director general for international cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, in
Bangladesh RMG industry is a front-runner in sustainability
BGMEA Vice President Shahidullah Azim said the RMG industry of Bangladesh envisions pursuing growth in a sustainable manner that takes care of people and the planet. “The RMG industry of Bangladesh has many good stories in the area of sustainability which make us one of the front-runners in the marathon. Bangladesh
ESSAB to hold fire safety and security expo in Nov
The 8th Fire Safety and Security Expo 2022 organized by the Electronic Safety and Security Association of Bangladesh (ESSAB) will be held from November 24 to 26 at Bangabandhu International Convention Center (BICC) where world-famous safety equipment brands will participate, a press release said Saturday. Director general of Fire Service
Workers safety and welfare a top priority for RMG industry
BGMEA Vice President Shahidullah Azim said the RMG industry is globally acclaimed for its impressive achievements, especially in ensuring workplace safety and workers' rights and wellbeing. "Workers' safety and welfare is a top priority for the RMG industry. Over the years the industry has ensured a better and congenial atmosphere for
BGMEA wants industry-academia collaboration to tackle future challenges
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) Acting President Shahidullah Azim has said industry-academia collaboration is imperative to meet the future challenges of the apparel industry, especially in the context of fast fashion and disruptive technologies. Partnerships between the industry and academia would be instrumental in producing a qualified and
BGMEA briefs European Parliament’s trade delegation about RMG industry
BGMEA President Faruque Hassan has briefed the visiting European Parliament's delegation members about the current situation of Bangladesh's RMG industry, including its strides in the areas of workplace safety, environmental sustainability and workers' rights and welfare. He also apprised them about the sustainable strategic vision of BGMEA unveiled recently with an