Emphasising the need for a more competitive and ethically managed supply chain, experts called for greater focus on producing value-added ready-made garments. They advocated for bridging the gap between academia, business, creativity and sustainability in order to do this, offering practical insights for a resilient and responsible fashion ecosystem.
Vice Chancellor (acting) of BUFT, Ayub Nabi Khan, stated that basic goods were the main emphasis of Bangladesh’s RMG sector. “It is essential to diversify into high-value products like medical textiles, military textiles, aeronautical textiles and other technical textiles,” he added.
He explained that in order to avoid the bureaucratic delays of adding a new complete course, they were progressively adding them to their curriculum along with short courses on 3D fashion design and AI-based courses.
According to Grey Matter Concepts’ Vice President Robert Antoshak, moving from volume to value is not merely a tactic but is necessary for sustained competitiveness and ethical supply chain management. According to him, Bangladesh should increase the production of its own yarns, textiles and synthetic fibres in order to fortify its domestic supply chain.
Sadat Sayem, Lead of Digital Fashion Innovation Research Project of Manchester Fashion Institute, said that digital innovation and technology could empower local producers to optimise efficiency and create a more sustainable industry globally.
He emphasised how crucial it is for Bangladesh’s fashion industry to embrace new technologies like AI-based systems, digital prototyping and 3D design. According to Sheikh HM Mustafiz, Director of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association, investments in solar energy, water recycling and waste reduction could help the garment business become more profitable.
