Bangladesh Apparel Exchange x Fashion for Good
Fashion for Good, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE), initiated a two-day engagement with the textile industry in Bangladesh. The focus was on discussing disruptive technology and chemical recycling to address the significant issue of waste in the fashion sector. The broader initiative, named “Chemical Recycling Technologies: Manufacturing Markets Gateway,” spans multiple countries to connect recyclers with key markets and foster future partnerships with local industries.
The event underscored the importance of circularity and disruptive innovations in the fashion industry. Priyanka Khanna, Innovation Director – Scaling at Fashion for Good, emphasized the organization’s commitment to bringing innovations to the supply chain, particularly in Bangladesh. The goal is to engage with key industry players, including the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), to scale innovations and contribute to sustainability.
Reverse Resources and BGMEA hosted a meet and greet to increase awareness about technologies in the industry. The focus was on integrating these technologies into the local manufacturing landscape, establishing feedstock partnerships, and developing a value chain for recycled apparel materials. The collaboration aims not only to be an event but part of a larger movement toward incorporating innovative recycling and sustainable fashion technologies for a more sustainable fashion industry.
During the engagement, visits were made to leading manufacturers, including Denim Asia Limited, Knit Asia Limited, and Progress Apparels Limited. These companies shared their innovative measures and expressed a desire to adopt more sustainable practices. The discussions emphasized the importance of incorporating both mechanical and chemical recycling to address mixed fabric compositions and advance the industry’s circular fashion ecosystem.
The engagement by Fashion for Good contributes to creating an ecosystem where waste is perceived as a valuable commodity, fostering a more sustainable and circular fashion industry in Bangladesh.
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