Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) recently led a delegation on a ‘Circular Textile Trade Mission’ to The Netherlands

Based on the theme, ‘Together for a Circular Fashion Tomorrow,’ the mission was jointly launched by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Dhaka.

The goal of this four-day mission was to foster partnerships in key areas of a circular textile economy, including textile recycling, waste management, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

During this mission, the Bangladeshi delegation attended high-level seminars on circular policies, funding, and technological innovations. They also visited several pioneering Dutch companies known for their expertise in textile recycling and closed-loop production systems, such as Brightfiber Inside, Wieland Textiles, SaXcell, and Frankenhuis.

The group also toured the Circular Textile Lab at Saxion University of Applied Sciences to observe advanced prototyping facilities for recycled yarns and fabrics. The insights gained from these visits are expected to help Bangladesh’s textile industry in its transition toward more sustainable and circular production models.

The delegation also participated in Circular Textile Days, a European platform that connects global brands, recyclers, innovators, and technology providers. This event provided a valuable opportunity for networking, matchmaking, and showcasing Bangladesh's own sustainability initiatives on an international stage.

The BGMEA delegation was led by Vidiya Amrit Khan, Vice-President and included directors, as well as leading apparel manufacturers and recyclers from Bangladesh. The association's leadership role in this mission underscores its commitment to the Sustainability Vision 2030, which focuses on circularity, emission reduction, and a transition to a greener economy.