Features

Machine downtime isn’t just about breakdowns—it’s about machine unavailability, inefficient setups, and delayed response times. The key to minimizing downtime is ensuring machines are always ready, optimizing line setups, and reducing repair delays. In this article, Solvei8 points out how manufacturers, using structured maintenance and machine tracking solutions, have improved machine availability by over 40 per cent, directly cutting downtime losses.

In an exclusive interview with Apparel Resources, Kimura Kazuhiro, MD, Eastman- C.R.A. (Hong Kong) Ltd., shares insights on how Eastman’s machines are improving productivity, the challenges with regard to automation, Bangladesh’s current economic situation, the importance of after-sales service and more.

As Bangladesh prepares for Eid celebration, one of the biggest festivals of the country, domestic brands like Apex, Twelve Clothing, Rang Bangladesh are introducing new exclusive collections in anticipation of massive sales this year.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day held recently, Apparel Resources presents several women leaders of the Bangladesh RMG industry who have made incredible strides in the domains of manufacturing, retail, sustainability, design, technology and social impact.

With Bangladesh RMG sector already producing knitwear and sportswear and the global sportswear market booming rapidly, this is the perfect time for Bangladesh to expand its partnership with Fila and capture a bigger share of its sourcing.

In a candid discussion with Rezwan Habib, Head of Business at DBL Lifestyles Limited, Apparel Resources gets his views on the strong appeal of international brands in Bangladesh which are seen as aspirational, elite and trusted for their quality and reliability.

In an exclusive interview with Apparel Resources, Bernd Bräuer, Director of Sales and Marketing, Dürkopp Adler shared insights into the company’s innovative sewing machines, automation in the industry and its future growth plans for the Bangladesh market.

The Garments Accessories and Packaging (GAP) sector plays a crucial role as the backward linkage industry for RMG as in FY 2023-24, it brought in US $ 6.87 billion, including US $ 1 billion from direct exports, to markets like Netherlands, South Africa, India, the Middle East, Italy and more.

Charles & Keith represents a significant opportunity for Bangladesh in both sourcing and retail sectors. Its products are already available online in the country, but the brand hasn’t opened physical stores yet.