16th Intex: A Resounding Success for the Textile & Apparel Industry of Bangladesh

The 16th edition of Intex was held from 25 to 27 June 2025 at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka, Bangladesh concluded on a high note, marking yet another successful chapter in South Asia’s premier international textile sourcing platform.

The Grand Opening Ceremony on 25th June welcomed esteemed dignitaries, trade associations, bilateral chambers, and international exhibitors in a celebration of Bangladesh’s dynamic and evolving textile and apparel sector. The event began with a welcome speech by Ms. Arti Bhagat, Executive Director, Worldex India. The ceremony was inaugurated by Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, as Chief Guest, along with Mr. Md. Anwar Hossain, Vice-Chairman, EPB, as Guest of Honour. Also addressing the gathering were Mr. Amal Poddar, Sr. Vice President, BKMEA; Mr. Faisal Samad, Sr. Vice President, BGMEA; Mr. A.K.M. Saifur Rahman, Vice President, BGBA; and Mr. Murali Balkrishna, Joint Director, TEXPROCIL. The inauguration was also attended by the presidents of key bilateral bodies — LABCCI, KBCCI, BGCCI, and USBCCI, and concluded with felicitation, group photography, ribbon cutting, a VIP tour of the exhibition, and closing remarks by Mr. Rajesh Bhagat, Chairman & MD, Worldex India.

This year’s exhibition brought together exhibitors from 10+ countries, including India, China, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, Germany and Bangladesh, showcasing a rich array of textile innovations — from sustainable yarns, performance fabrics, trims and accessories, to denim, knits and digital prints. The strong participation from Bangladesh-based companies further underscored the country’s growing confidence as a global sourcing hub. Intex Bangladesh 2025 attracted 6,890 trade buyers and visitors, with delegations and sourcing representatives from 22+ countries, such as Canada, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, China, Bahrain, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Turkey, the UK, the UAE, the USA, and Uzbekistan. The show facilitated hundreds of high-level meetings and curated buyer-seller interactions, helping create long-term, strategic sourcing partnerships across borders.

““Intex Bangladesh plays a pivotal role in advancing the country’s leading export sector — textiles and garments — by bringing together global buyers, suppliers, and raw material providers under one roof. With its consistent commitment across 16 successful editions, the show has become an invaluable platform supporting export diversification and enhancing Bangladesh’s presence in the global marketplace. Initiatives like Intex are essential in deepening and expanding our nation’s export potential.”
— Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of Bangladesh

The knowledge-sharing platform of the show — the Interactive Business Forum (IBF) — hosted two impactful sessions. On Day 1 (26th June), the panel on “AI & Adaptability of Technology: Reinventing the Fabric of Tomorrow” explored how AI is transforming the textile value chain — from design and prototyping to demand forecasting, sustainability, and smart manufacturing. The panel featured Mr. Minhazul Hoque (BKMEA), Mr. Abrar Hossain Sayem (BAYLA), Mr. Ahsan Mahmood (Nordic Sourcing), Ms. Aurélie Rob (Otto International), and Mr. Md. Mahbubur Rahman (R&G 3rd Eye), moderated by Mr. Mohammad Monower Hossain (TEAM Group). The session emphasized industry-wide collaboration for AI adoption, resilience, and traceability.

On Day 2 (27th June), the session “Tariffs & Industry Outlook: Unlocking the Risks & Opportunities” addressed rising tariff challenges, shifting trade dynamics, and strategic responses for Bangladesh’s RMG sector. The panel included Mr. Mohammed Sohel (BGMEA), Mr. AKM Saifur Rahman Farhad (BGBA), Mr. Mohammad Sohel Sadat (Shin Shin Group), Mr. Md Jasim Uddin (Texture BD / BAYLA), and Mr. Masud Kabir (Motex Fashion), moderated by Mr. Azam Saiful (TJS Consultants). The discussion stressed the need for export diversification, policy alignment, and smarter strategies to maintain global competitiveness.

Throughout the three-day event, Intex Bangladesh emerged not only as a sourcing platform but as a strategic enabler of industry transformation. From connecting global suppliers with local manufacturers to fostering dialogue on AI, sustainability, and trade dynamics, the show served as a vital bridge between vision and action.

The feedback from both exhibitors and buyers was overwhelmingly positive, praising the scale, quality, and business potential of the event. Most of the exhibitors expressed appreciation for the high-quality buyer interactions, while Bangladeshi stakeholders acknowledged the show’s contribution in elevating Bangladesh’s global image as a responsible, innovative, and future-ready sourcing hub.

As the curtains fall on yet another powerful edition of Intex in Bangladesh, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all the dignitaries, partners, chambers, exhibitors, buyers, media, and participants who made this event a resounding success. Intex Bangladesh continues to fuel the region’s textile growth story, and we look forward to welcoming the industry back in June 2026 with even more innovation, collaboration, and global ambition.