Kutubuddin Ahamed
Chairman, Envoy Textiles Ltd
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Bangladesh’s denim industry has emerged as one of the strongest pillars of the country’s textile and apparel sector. In this exclusive interview, Kutubuddin Ahmed, Chairman of Envoy Textiles Ltd, shares insights on denim innovation, sustainability, R&D, and the future vision of Bangladesh’s textile industry.
On Bangladesh’s Denim Industry
“The readymade garments industry in Bangladesh is approximately worth US$ 25 billion annually, while denim demand is around 500 million yards per year. Envoy Textiles currently covers nearly 8 per cent of the country’s total denim demand.”
On the Evolution of Denim
“Denim is no longer limited to casual wear. Today, it is evolving into formal wear, fashion wear, active wear, and even performance wear. Stretch denim, blended fabrics, and innovative yarn technologies are transforming the global denim market.”
On Future Expansion & Branding
“We are planning to establish our own denim brand for end-users. Alongside that, we are also considering forward integration through garment manufacturing and backward integration through spinning projects. Our goal is to build a complete value chain from cotton to branded garments.”
On Sustainability Practices
“Sustainability is one of the core values of Envoy Textiles. We have implemented advanced effluent treatment systems, rainwater harvesting, co-generation energy systems, eco-friendly factory infrastructure, and scenic green spaces within our premises.”
On the Unique Factory Concept
“We believe in having a factory within a resort. Our factory environment is designed with lakes, eco-parks, trees, natural landscaping, and open spaces to create a sustainable and employee-friendly workplace.”
On Research & Development
“We regularly work with globally renowned brands and designers to develop innovative denim products. Our R&D laboratory has even been recognised by Levi’s as an accredited lab.”
On Investment in Innovation
“We allocate around 2 to 3 per cent of our profits to research and development because innovation is essential for staying competitive in the global denim market.”
On Business Growth
“Our focus is on sustainable growth through value addition, innovation, and integrated textile solutions. We are optimistic about achieving continuous growth in the coming years.”
