PDS Limited, a leading global fashion supply chain solutions provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Busana Apparel Group, one of Indonesia’s largest apparel manufacturers, to strengthen their global manufacturing capabilities and support the evolving sourcing needs of international fashion brands and retailers.
The collaboration comes at a time when global apparel supply chains are undergoing significant transformation, driven by changing trade policies, regional economic agreements, shifting tariff structures and the continued adoption of China Plus One sourcing strategies.
Partnership Expands Global Manufacturing Network
With a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) exceeding USD 2.2 billion, PDS offers end-to-end solutions spanning design-led sourcing, manufacturing, product development, sourcing-as-a-service and brand management.
Through the new partnership, PDS will expand its manufacturing footprint by leveraging Busana Apparel Group’s extensive production network across Indonesia, as well as its operations and strategic ventures in India, Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras and Italy.
The companies aim to provide global brands with a more diversified, agile and resilient manufacturing platform capable of responding quickly to changing market demands.
Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience
Commenting on the partnership, Pallak Seth, Executive Vice Chairman of PDS Limited, said manufacturing has become a strategic capability that creates long-term value for customers. He noted that combining the strengths of both organizations will expand PDS’s manufacturing ecosystem while improving flexibility, innovation, speed and customer confidence in an increasingly dynamic global marketplace.
Sanjay Jain, Group CEO of PDS Limited, added that the company’s manufacturing business has evolved from supporting sourcing operations into a strategic growth platform through continuous investments in production capacity, technology and operational excellence.
Busana Apparel Group Brings Global Manufacturing Expertise
Busana Apparel Group generates annual revenues of more than USD 500 million and is recognized for its large-scale manufacturing operations and operational excellence. Maniwanen Marimutu, Chairman of Busana Apparel Group, said the future of the apparel industry belongs to companies capable of combining innovation, manufacturing excellence and global reach.
Meanwhile, Sunil Shewakramani, CEO of Busana Apparel Group, emphasized that the partnership will enable both companies to deliver greater production scale, faster speed-to-market and enhanced supply chain resilience as customers increasingly seek diversified sourcing strategies.
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Benefits for Global Fashion Brands
According to the companies, the partnership will create new opportunities for international apparel brands by offering:
- Diversified manufacturing locations and customer base
- Greater production capacity and operational flexibility
- Faster speed-to-market through an integrated global manufacturing network
- Enhanced supply chain resilience and risk diversification
- World-class manufacturing capabilities and product innovation
The alliance reflects the growing industry trend toward multi-country sourcing strategies as apparel brands seek to build more resilient and flexible global supply chains.
