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Two RMG factories in Bangladesh awarded LEED certification Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) sector has celebrated a significant milestone as two additional factories have received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certificates from the US Green Building Council (USGBC). This achievement underscores the country’s steadfast dedication to environmental sustainability within the industry. The factories awarded the prestigious LEED Gold certificates are Evitex Apparels […] The post Two RMG factories in Bangladesh awarded LEED certification appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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BGMEA holds dialogue with labour groups to ensure stability in garment sector In a bid to maintain stability, discipline, and law and order in the country’s largest export-earning sector, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has held a series of dialogues with representatives from various non-industrial labour organisations and worker petition groups. The discussions, held on 5th and 7th July at the BGMEA Complex in […] The post BGMEA holds dialogue with labour groups to ensure stability in garment sector appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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BGMEA and WRAP join forces for more ethical, sustainable garment sector The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) convened a meeting to discuss enhancing their partnership aimed at promoting ethical and sustainable practices within Bangladesh’s thriving readymade garment (RMG) sector. The courtesy call was led by Kamrun Nahar, WRAP’s Head of Operations for Bangladesh and Pakistan, who visited the […] The post BGMEA and WRAP join forces for more ethical, sustainable garment sector appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Ipshita Fahim appointed as Head of Human Resources at Centro Tex Centro Tex, a prominent manufacturer and supplier of apparel in Bangladesh, has announced the appointment of Ipshita Fahim as its new Head of Human Resources. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to fostering a future-ready, inclusive, and growth-oriented organisation. With over 14 years of leadership experience in HR across leading multinational corporations, Ipshita Fahim […] The post Ipshita Fahim appointed as Head of Human Resources at Centro Tex appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Bangladesh and US discuss labour cooperation and workers’ rights at Geneva meeting On the sidelines of the International Labour Conference at ILO Headquarters, Brigadier General (Retd) Dr. M Sakhawat Hossain, Bangladesh’s Labour and Employment Adviser, met bilaterally with Keith E. Sonderling, Deputy Secretary of the US Department of Labour. The topics of discussion included enhancing labour sector collaboration, defending workers’ rights, and enhancing working conditions throughout Bangladesh. […] The post Bangladesh and US discuss labour cooperation and workers’ rights at Geneva meeting appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Dekko ISHO Group unveils sustainability report highlighting commitment to responsible growth A significant participant in Bangladesh’s garment sector, Dekko ISHO Group, has published its first Sustainability Report, an extensive document that highlights the company’s commitment to fostering a better future by ethical business practices. The report aligns with the globally recognised Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards 2021, reflecting the company’s transparency and accountability in its environmental, […] The post Dekko ISHO Group unveils sustainability report highlighting commitment to responsible growth appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Bangladesh RMG factories nearly complete wage payments ahead of Eid-ul-Adha As per the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), all of Bangladesh’s operational ready-made garment (RMG) companies have successfully paid salaries for April, with 99.67 percent of them having done so for May.The announcement comes just before Eid-ul-Adha, ensuring that workers can celebrate the festival with peace of mind alongside their families. In a […] The post Bangladesh RMG factories nearly complete wage payments ahead of Eid-ul-Adha appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Twenty RMG workers, eleven police officers injured in Gazipur protest following colleague’s suicide A tragic incident at a garment factory in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila has sparked violent protests and clashes, resulting in injuries to at least 20 workers and 11 police personnel. The disturbance started on Tuesday night when Jakir Hossain, an employee of Jinnat Knitwear Limited in Nayanpur Notun Bazar, jumped to his death from the roof […] The post Twenty RMG workers, eleven police officers injured in Gazipur protest following colleague’s suicide appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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RMG workers stage protest, demanding factory reopening and due wages Garment workers from Ssain Apparels Limited staged a protest on Monday, blocking the Kathgora-Bishmail regional road at Amtola intersection to demand the immediate reopening of their factory and the payment of outstanding wages. The demonstration began around 9:30 am and was led by approximately 1,800 workers who expressed frustration over unpaid dues and the indefinite […] The post RMG workers stage protest, demanding factory reopening and due wages appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Over 100 workers suffer illness after drinking water at Gazipur garment factory More than 100 workers at a garment factory in Gazipur fell ill on Sunday after reportedly drinking water at the Reaz Export Apparels Ltd in the city’s Signboard area. Following the incident, factory authorities declared a holiday for the day to address the situation. According to authorities, the affected workers began experiencing stomach issues around […] The post Over 100 workers suffer illness after drinking water at Gazipur garment factory appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Coats strengthens digital infrastructure through DMIx partnership Global first in threads and structural mechanism for clothes and shoes, the great Coats Group plc has strategically entered into partnership with ColorDigital GmbH’s DMIx Platform-mentioning significatively ahead in Coats’ Digital Transformation towards improving efficiency, sustainability, and cross-functional collaboration across the value chain. DMIx – with its cutting-edge spectral-based colour workflows and expansive 3D asset […] The post Coats strengthens digital infrastructure through DMIx partnership appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Esprit Apparels Ltd. achieves LEED platinum certification Esprit Apparels Ltd., a prominent player in the country’s apparel manufacturing sector, has proudly earned the prestigious LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council (USGBC) under the LEED BD+C: New Construction v4 rating system. Scoring an impressive 101 points, the factory’s achievement marks a significant milestone for Bangladesh’s apparel industry and underscores its […] The post Esprit Apparels Ltd. achieves LEED platinum certification appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Police use tear gas to disperse RMG workers protest over unpaid wages on Dhaka-Tangail highway Ready-made garment (RMG) workers protesting unpaid salaries on the Dhaka-Tangail highway in Kaliakair, Gazipur, were dispersed by police using batons and tear gas. In an effort to collect their unpaid pay, the workers from the now-closed Mahmud Jeans Limited stopped the highway, causing traffic jams. Superintendent of Gazipur Industrial Police-2 AKM Zahirul Islam stated that […] The post Police use tear gas to disperse RMG workers protest over unpaid wages on Dhaka-Tangail highway appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Workers protest with highway blockade following colleague’s fatal road accident The Dhaka-Mymensingh highway was briefly blocked by Gazipur garment factory workers for around three hours on Tuesday in protest at the death of a female coworker in a traffic accident. The deceased, 18-year-old Champa Akter, who had recently joined Interloop BD Limited Garment on Gacha Hariken Road as an assistant since 4th May, was struck […] The post Workers protest with highway blockade following colleague’s fatal road accident appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Study claims minimum wages implemented in only 68 per cent of RMG factories as of September 2024 According to a recent poll, as of September 2024, roughly 68% of Bangladeshi ready-made garment (RMG) enterprises had implemented the new minimum salary.   The Sustainable Textile Initiative: Together for Change (STITCH), in collaboration with Brac University, conducted the study, which highlights the industry’s ongoing wage compliance challenges. Titled The Minimum Wage 2023 Implementation Status & […] The post Study claims minimum wages implemented in only 68 per cent of RMG factories as of September 2024 appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Fakir Fashion Limited celebrates occupational Health and Safety Day with focus on employee well-being On 28th April 2025, Fakir Fashion Limited (FFL) commemorated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Day, reaffirming its commitment to worker safety and wellbeing. To increase awareness and strengthen a safety-first culture among its employees and industry peers, the company planned a number of entertaining events. The day began with a vibrant rally in which FFL […] The post Fakir Fashion Limited celebrates occupational Health and Safety Day with focus on employee well-being appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Senior RMG factory official abducted over extortion in Chittagong A senior official of a readymade garment factory in Chittagong was rescued on Saturday night after being abducted allegedly by leaders of Chhatra Dal and Jubo Dal over extortion demands. Around 10 pm on Saturday, the event happened close to the Azim Group’s factory in Chandgaon’s BSCIC Industrial Area. At around 10:30 p.m., police rescued […] The post Senior RMG factory official abducted over extortion in Chittagong appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Workers at Ashulia garment factory protest closure over salary disputes Workers at the Natural Wool Wears Ltd garment factory in Ashulia staged a protest 26th April following the factory’s indefinite closure. The protest was sparked by concerns over unpaid wages and the sudden shutdown of operations. The factory, located in the Charabag area of Ashulia, was closed under Section 13(1) of the Bangladesh Labour Act […] The post Workers at Ashulia garment factory protest closure over salary disputes appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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UK trade unions and NGOs call on Bangladesh to improve wages and workers’ rights in RMG sector On Thursday, 24th April, representatives from UK trade unions and civil society organisations delivered a joint appeal to the Bangladesh High Commission in London, urging the South Asian nation to take swift action on wage reforms and to safeguard trade union rights for garment workers. The delegation included prominent UK unions such as UNISON, GMB, […] The post UK trade unions and NGOs call on Bangladesh to improve wages and workers’ rights in RMG sector appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Urmi Group recycles 321 tonnes of fabric waste in 2024 Urmi Group has marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey by recycling 321 tonnes of fabric waste in 2024, a remarkable increase from 64 tonnes in the previous year. This achievement underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to advancing circularity in the textile industry. The milestone was celebrated during the renewal of Urmi Group’s strategic […] The post Urmi Group recycles 321 tonnes of fabric waste in 2024 appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Bangladesh faces growing pressure to increase textile waste recycling amid industry expansion As the global fashion industry intensifies efforts to reduce its environmental impact, Bangladesh, the world’s second-largest apparel exporter, is under increasing pressure to enhance its textile waste recycling capabilities. Currently, the country recycles only a small fraction of its textile waste, with the majority being exported or left to pollute land and waterways. The country’s […] The post Bangladesh faces growing pressure to increase textile waste recycling amid industry expansion appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Bangladesh’s Labour Reform Commission calls for replication of RMG safety standards in other sectors The Labour Reform Commission chairman Syed Sultan Uddin Ahmed emphasised the need to extend the safety standards established in Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector to other industries across the country. Speaking in an interview, he highlighted that while safety measures have significantly improved since the 2013 Rana Plaza disaster, further efforts are essential to safeguard […] The post Bangladesh’s Labour Reform Commission calls for replication of RMG safety standards in other sectors appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Justice delayed for Rana Plaza victims as trials drag on after 12 years Twelve years after the deadly Rana Plaza collapse in Savar, Bangladesh, justice remains unserved for the victims and their families. The incident on 24th April 2013, claimed 1,136 lives and injured over 2,000 workers, yet the legal proceedings continue to face delays. Several cases linked to the tragedy are still unresolved. In the murder case […] The post Justice delayed for Rana Plaza victims as trials drag on after 12 years appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Tusuka Group announces three-day shutdown at six factories amid worker protests in Gazipur In response to ongoing protests by workers, Tusuka Group has decided to close six of its garment manufacturing facilities in the Konabari region of Gazipur City for three days. The closure took effect from Monday, 21st April, and continues until Wednesday, 23rd April. The decision was communicated through a notice posted at the main entrances […] The post Tusuka Group announces three-day shutdown at six factories amid worker protests in Gazipur appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Workers at Tusuka Group factory in Gazipur enter second day of protest Workers at a Tusuka Group manufacturing facility in Konabari, Gazipur, continued their protest and work stoppage for the second consecutive day on Sunday, demanding a revision of the wage structure, settlement of pending dues, and an end to layoffs, among other issues. Despite the factory authorities issuing a notice yesterday affirming their willingness to meet […] The post Workers at Tusuka Group factory in Gazipur enter second day of protest appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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Workers in Gazipur end protest over unpaid wages Workers at HDF Apparels Ltd. ended their protest blocking the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila after approximately two and a half hours early Thursday morning. The demonstration took place in the Jainabazar area and was organised to demand overdue wages and festival bonuses. According to reports from local sources, the garment workers began their […] The post Workers in Gazipur end protest over unpaid wages appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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RMG corporate tax set to nearly double The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is reportedly planning to increase the corporate tax rate for the ready-made garment (RMG) sector from 12 per cent to as high as 20 per cent in the upcoming fiscal year, according to sources familiar with the matter. This proposed change comes at a challenging time for the apparel […] The post RMG corporate tax set to nearly double appeared first on Apparel Resources.

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