Tianford Bangladesh Textile Co Ltd, a Hong Kong–based textile and apparel investor, has signed a land lease agreement with the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority to establish a new ready-made garments (RMG) manufacturing facility in the Uttara Export Processing Zone.
The project represents a total investment of $19.59 million and is expected to generate employment for approximately 3,254 Bangladeshi workers, reinforcing the country’s position as a key global apparel manufacturing hub.
Strategic Investment in Bangladesh’s RMG Sector
The agreement was signed at the BEPZA Complex in Dhaka, with Tanvir Hossain, Executive Director (Investment Promotion), representing BEPZA, and Ge Zhenyu signing on behalf of Tianford.
The new facility will focus on the production of a broad range of woven and knit garments, including:
- Shirts, T-shirts, and polo shirts
- Jeans, jackets, and bottoms
- Sportswear, sweaters, and hoodies
- Various jersey products
With an annual production capacity of 7 million pieces, the factory will be developed on a 24,000-square-meter site, equipped with modern machinery and advanced manufacturing technologies aimed at achieving high efficiency and consistent product quality.
Strengthening Bangladesh’s Global Export Position
The output from the facility is expected to be exported to key international markets, including the United States, Canada, Japan, China, Australia, Brazil, and Europe, further strengthening Bangladesh’s role in global apparel supply chains.
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Bangladesh remains one of the world’s leading RMG exporters, supported by competitive labor costs, established infrastructure, and strong integration into international sourcing networks.
Government Support and Investor Confidence
Welcoming the investment, Moazzem Hossain, Executive Chairman of BEPZA, reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to providing a business-friendly environment and efficient services to facilitate project implementation.
He emphasized that the current government is prioritizing investment promotion and industrial development, with a focus on enhancing investor confidence and improving operational efficiency across export processing zones.
Expanding Industrial Capacity in EPZs
The development of the new facility at Uttara EPZ highlights the continued attractiveness of Bangladesh’s export processing zones for foreign investors, particularly in the textile and apparel sector.
With modern infrastructure, streamlined regulatory frameworks, and targeted government support, EPZs remain central to Bangladesh’s strategy of attracting foreign direct investment and expanding industrial capacity.
