Faruque Hassan, President, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), has urged global quality assurance provider Intertek to help promote Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) industry worldwide.
Hassan made this request during a meeting with an Intertek delegation, led by Sandeep Das, Regional Managing Director - South Asia, at the BGMEA office in Dhaka. The meeting was also attended by Miran Ali, Vice-President BGMEA, along with key Intertek executives including Neyamul Hasan, Country Business Line Leader and Shoriful Islam. Head of Business Assurance
During the discussion, the Hasan extended an invitation for Intertek to participate in the ‘Made in Bangladesh Week,’ an event scheduled to take place in Dhaka this November.
The two parties discussed a range of topics relevant to Bangladesh's apparel industry, including the global market situation, consumer demand, and emerging trends. They also explored how Intertek could support garment factories in Bangladesh to ensure their prodPucts not only meet the highest safety standards but also remain globally competitive. A key focus was how Intertek could help factories address the growing consumer need for safe, high-quality products that comply with both international and domestic regulations.
Hassan highlighted the significant progress made by Bangladesh's garment industry over the years. He noted the industry's impressive strides in workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and ethical manufacturing, including a strong focus on hygiene, health, safety, and waste management.
