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It’s my pleasure to welcome you all to the 3rd BANGLADESH DENIM EXPO. We put the focus of this edition on ‘Sustainable denim’, the buzzword that will shape the future of the industry. You will also be able to enjoy a trendzone wich displays the latest and future
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denim trends. In addition a unique range of seminars and a panel discussion will give you an insight into topical issues for the industry. We look forward to you joining us in exploring the offer of world-class denim and jeans manufacturers.
And to make one thing clear : Your generous support makes all of this possible. With thanks, Mr. Mostafiz Uddin Founder & CEO of Bangladesh Denim Expo & Managing Director, Denim Expert Ltd.
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THE COMPREHENSIVE SHOWCASE OF THE ENTIRE DENIM VALUE CHAIN
FABRICS - FINISHES WASHES - ACCESSORIES TECHNOLOGY JUST A FEW GOOD REASONS TO COME AND VISIT THE EXPO The ultimate one-stop denim sourcing platform of the entire denim value chain. Discover everything that’s new in denim. Provides a wide range of ideas for upcoming trends.
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Meet and network with new prospective suppliers face to face. Discover the latest technology, equipment and materials for use within the denim industry.
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TRADE SHOW LOCATION
SHOW FACTS Event Dates: 11th & 12th November, 2015 Opening Times: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm Location:International Convention City, Bashundhara r / a, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Naboratri Hall,
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TWO DAYS
1. TWO DAYS OVERVIEW BANGLADESH DENIM EXPO offers international fashion buyers a one-stop sourcing platform for all aspects of Jeanswear. The expo is a true hub for all important players in the international denim sector. It offers a chance to meet with colleagues, gain new contacts and secure business deals.
BANGLADESH DENIM EXPO celebrates the country’s role in shaping the global denim market and explores it’s future role within the industry.
THE MARKET Bangladesh is - after China the second largest exporter of jeans to the European market and number 3 for the United
States. Around 400 factories export nearly 180 million denim garments to the world every year. In addition there are 25 denim producing factories with a total investment of over $834 million. The monthly production of denim stands at 30 million yards. Bangladesh’s exports garments to over 132 countries around the world and employs 4.4 million people.
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CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSABILITY
2. CORPORATE SOCIAL
R E S PON S I B I LITY The show’s aim is not only to promote the denim trade in Bangladesh, but also to encourage better business practice to raise the living standards of the people in this country. Any surplus fund from the show will be donated to a seed fund for a Denim University in Bangladesh. The organizers have already started connecting with educators and experts around the world to make these seeds bear fruit. Ultimately this will benefit everyone doing business in Bangladesh. We sincerely hope you will support this endeavor and spread the word.
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EVENT SCHEDULES
3. EVENT SCHEDULES DAY 01
SPECIAL EVENTS
WELCOME SPEECH
11.15 am at Naboratri hall
PANEL DISCUSSION
11.30 am - « Building leaders for sustained growth »
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
1.00 pm - My denim inspiration by Amy Leverton, Denim Dudes
SEMINAR 01
2-3.30 pm - « Branding through green denim (Environmental sustainability) »
SEMINAR 02
4-5.30 pm - « Safe and responsible supply chain »
DAY 02 SEMINAR 01
11-12.30 pm « Innovating sustainable denim for new generation market »
SEMINAR 02
3-4.30 pm - « Sustainable wet processing »
TREND ZONE
Bangladesh Denim Expo is the ideal platform to discover next season’s fashion trends.
SELFIEBOOTH
Share your experience of the expo visit. Simply set yourself in scene, take a selfie and post it all over the world.
SOUVENIR HOTSPOT Get a souvenir to remember the event forever. A trendy denim bag will be customized by a professional artist just for you.
CLOSING CEREMONY 6.30 pm Pushpoguscho Hall 8
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EVENT SCHEDULES
CLOSING CEREMONY
SPECIAL GUESTS
The closing ceremony of the Bangladesh Denim Expo will be held on 12th November, 2015 at 6.30 pm at the International Convention City, Bashundara, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Mr. Robert Gibson Honorable British High Commissioner to Bangladesh
CHIEF GUEST Mr. Tofail Ahmed, MP Honorable Commerce Minister, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh GUEST OF HONOR Mr. Towfiq-e-Elahi Chowdhury, BB, PhD Honorable Adviser (Minister) to the Prime Minister, Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Affairs
Mrs. Hanne Fugl Eskjær, Honorable Ambassador of Denmark Embassy, Dhaka, Bangladesh H.E. Mr. Alexander A. Nikolaev Honorable Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Bangladesh H.E. Mrs. Wanja Campose da Nobrega Honorable Ambassador of Brazil Embassy, Dhaka, Bangladesh Mr. Siddiqur Rahman President, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturer & Exporter Association, (BGMEA) Mr. Md. Shafiul Islam (Mohiuddin) First Vice-President, The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) Mr. Mahfuz Anam Editor & Publisher, The Daily Star CHAIR Md. Mostafiz Uddin Founder & CEO, Bangladesh Denim Expo, Managing Director, Denim Expert Limited
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COMPLEMENTARY SEMINARS
4. COMPLEMENTARY SEMINARS SEMINAR 1
SEMINAR 2
11th Nov. 2015, 2.00 pm
11th Nov. 2015, 4.00 pm
«BRANDING THROUGH GREEN DENIM (ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY)»
«SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAIN»:
How leading companies are integrating social and environmental best practice with commercial gain. Meeting the bottom line of not just economic (financial) performance, but social and environmental performance as well. KEYNOTE SPEAKER Mr. Mohan Seneviratne Program Manager, International Finance Corporation (IFC) MODERATOR Mr. David Hasanat Chairman & CEO, Viyellatex Group PANELISTS Ms. Dhyana van der Pols Global Fashion Production, Sourcing and Supply Chain Specialist, NASH Int, CBI
Regulatory standards and compliance to protect society, the environment and to promote a sustainable future. Break into new markets and exceed your stakeholders’ expectations. Discussion : all aspects of business are socially responsible, from design stages through to production and delivery. KEYNOTE SPEAKER Mr. Tuomo Poutiainen Programme Manager, RMG sector, ILO MODERATOR Mr. Md. Atiqul Islam Immediate Past President, BGMEA & Managing Director, Islam Garments Ltd.
Mr. Kazy Mohammad Iqbal Hossain Sr. Environmental Chemist, Asian Subcontinent, C&A Sourcing International Ltd. Ms. Amy Leverton Denim Trend Consultant and Author of Denim Dudes 11
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COMPLEMENTARY SEMINARS
PANELISTS
MODERATOR
Mr. Avedis H. Seferian President & CEO, WRAP
Mr.Faruque Hassan Sr. Vice President, BGMEA, & Member Board of Trustees, BUFT
Mr. Abrar A. Anwar CEO Standard Chartered Bangladesh
PANELISTS
Mr. Edward Hertzman Founder & CEO, Sourcing Journal, Rivet, Vamp
Mr. Anwar Ul Alam Chowdhury (Parvez) Managing Director, Evince Group, Former President (BGMEA)
Dr. Jochen Weikert Programme Coordinator, GIZ PSES
Mr. Ben Fokkema Founder of Amsterdenim
SEMINAR 3
Mr. Dirk Lehmann Publishing Director, Sportswear International
12th Nov. 2015, 11.00 am «INNOVATING SUSTAINABLE DENIM FOR NEW GENERATION MARKET» :
Mr. Javier C. Santonja-Olcina Country Head, Benetton ( United Colors Of Benetton )
Sustainable denim development - How to combine style, sustainability and a target price. How one can successfully achieve the desired style and enhanced sustainability in a competitive market through collaboration between brands and suppliers. Making good choices - avoiding pitfalls when sourcing sustainable fabrics. KEYNOTE SPEAKER Mr. Tilmann Wrobel Creative Director/Founder, Monsieur-T
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COMPLEMENTARY SEMINARS
SEMINAR 4 12th Nov. 2015, 3 pm «SUSTAINABLE WET PROCESSING» Awareness about how to save water and energy from the traditional indigo dyeing process. On ecofriendly green concept wet processing techniques. KEYNOTE SPEAKER & MODERATOR Ms. Nishat Chowdhury Deputy Program Manager, International Finance Corporation (IFC) PANELISTS Mr. Constantin Vratsidas Finishing & sales, KbL Kosmos by Lilienweiss Mr. Martin Schaefer Director, Denim Madhouse Mr. Rodney Reed Team Leader – Environment, GIZ PSES
FOR ALL SEMINARS LOCATION : NABORATRI HALL, INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CITY, BASHUNDHORA, DHAKA, BANGLADESH. DURATION : 90 MINS, LANGUAGE : ENGLISH
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
. SEMINAR PARTNERS
. SPEAKER PROFILES MS.AMY LEVERTON Denim trend consultant and author, Denim Dudes
Amy Leverton has been working in the denim industry since 2003 ; for four years as a denim and casual wear designer and the last 8 years in trend forecasting and consultancy. Amy’s job has encompassed many aspects of the denim market ; she covers over 15 industry trade shows annually, analyses street style, scours fashion week runway shows and hunts for obscure new brands as well as attending one-off events, vintage shows and music festivals around the globe.
MR. ANDREW OLAH CEO, Olah Inc
Worked in textile development and marketing in over 35 countries since 1976. Andrew is the second generation running Olah Inc, which grown additionally offer trade events, textiles marketing and consultancy services in textiles supply chain show, was created in 2004 and runs biannually in New York, Amsterdam and Hong Kong.
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
MR. ABRAR A ANWAR
MR. ANWAR-UL ALAM CHOWDHURY ( PERVEZ )
CEO, Standard Chartered Bangladesh
Managing Director, Evince Group
Standard Chartered Bank, Bangladesh. He joined the bank in 2011 as head of corporate & institutional clients. Abrar has more than 24 years experience in international banking in Bangladesh, India and the UK. His achievements include setting up of the Bangladesh (for the then ANZ Grindlays bank), along with successful closure of milestone transactions in the energy & power, infrastructure, telecom, aviation, domestic and export-oriented industries.
Mr. Anwar-UL Alam Chowdhury, is a well-known personality in the business arena. After completion his MBA from USA at the age of 24 he returned to Bangladesh, the place which is dear to his heart and decided to establish a business house. From a small beginning in 1983 i.e. in the name of Evince operations, both vertically and horizontally, through his vision and tenacity. He was a Former President of BGMEA & Director in FBCCI.
MR. AVEDIS H.SEFERIAN
MR. DAVID HASANAT
President & CEO, Wrap
Chairman & CEO, Viyellatex Group
Avedis Seferian joined Wrap in 2004 and was named President & CEO in 2012. Mr. Seferian has extensive knowledge of social responsibility issues within the highly complex worldwide supply chains of the apparel, textile and footwear sectors. A recognized expert in the area of social compliance & responsible sourcing and has contributed to many leading trade publications and news outlets.
Mr. Hasanat is a well-known business personality in Bangladesh who is highly recognized nationally and internationally for sustainable business practice. Being a forerunner of a sustainable business model Mr. Hasanat has received many CSR/sustainability awards. He has also been invited to speak at many forums like the United Nation private sector forum, Unido Green Industry forum, Asean CSR Summit, Cotton USA Sustainability Summit etc.
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
MR. BEN FOKKEMA
MS. DHYANA VAN DER POLS
Founder, Amsterdenim
Global fashion production, sourcing and supply chain specialist, Nasa Int, CBI
Ben Fokkema as founder of Amsterdenim is working within the fashion industry for almost 25 years. As Director at Mustang, Lee and Scotch and Soda he manage to gain a lot of experience during the last 25 years. Four years ago he started his own brand Amsterdenim. At this moment Amsterdenim is one of the fastest growing newcomers in the Dutch and European market. With his own vision on style and trends he is able to bring a new level in fashion for men.
Recognized by many in the European fashion of-the-box, savvy sourcing solutions, Dhyana van der Pols has been consistently successful in bringing together the ambitions of suppliers and buyers from around the world for over a decade. In 2011 alone she trained 500 garment manufacturers from around the world for EU market entry.
MR. DIRK LEHMANN
MR. FARUQUE HASSAN
Publishing Director, Sportswear International
Sr. Vice President, BGMEA, & Member Board of Trustees, BUFT
Dirk is a specialist in international publication and marketing. He works in the international markets since 5 years. As the Publishing Director of the most important international publication for denim and fashion trends he works with people from the whole value chain from fabrics to retailers.
Mr. Faruque Hassan, started his career in readymade garments and clothing business with dignity and perseverance to contribute in the development of RMG sector since beginning in many capacities. He was elected and served as Director and as Vice President 2 times, BGMEA and active member, Board of Trustees, BUFT. He was also the Senior Vice President of DBCCI, the Director of CCIFB.
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
MR. EDWARD HERTZMAN
MR. ISHTIAQ ALAM
Founder & CEO, Sourcing Journal, Rivet, Vamp
Director, Ananta Group,
New York native Edward Hertzman spent more than a decade working as a top Executive for major sourcing companies, including Synergies Worldwide and Pearl Global. publication, Sourcing Journal. With more than 65,000 subscribers, Hertzman Media Group (HMG) expanded with two new niche properties : Vamp & Rivet, an online B2B publication.
Mr. Ishtiaq Alam, worked in the US at Sun Microsystems Inc. and Deloitte Consulting LLP where he was engaged in technology and management consulting projects, spanning corporate strategy, program management, developing and enhancing business processes. At Ananta, he is involved in sales and marketing, research and development, information technology, overseeing operation, setting corporate strategy and organizational growth goals.
MR. JAVIER C. SANTONJA-OLCINA
MR. KAZY MOHAMMAD IQBAL HOSSAIN
Country Head,
Senior environmental chemist, Asian sub continent, C&A Sourcing international Ltd.
Benetton (United Colors of Benetton)
Javier has been based in Asia from early 90’s covering both apparel and footwear sector in countries like China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia and Bangladesh. With his broad experience within all supply chain, (from marketing, retail and operations), he has been always supportive on the role of Bangladesh as a main sourcing origin.
Working in C&A Sourcing International Ltd. since November, 2012 he is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of environmental sustainability programs within the supply base located in asian subcontinent. He has worked for more than 11 years within the Bangladesh textile and footwear sectors. Before joining C&A, he worked as an environmental advisor for German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ).
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
DR. JOCHEN WEIKERT
MR. MARTIN SCHAEFER
Programme Coordinator,
Director, Denim Madhouse
GIZ PSES
Since April 2015, Jochen Weikert is heading the GIZ project “Promotion of social and environmental standards in the industry”. In working with the textile and garments industry, Jochen Weikert takes up on his earlier experience : as a project Manager at InWEnt – Capacity Building International from 2004 to 2009, he headed social standards-related projects in China and Latin-America.
Martin has more than 30 years of experience in sourcing and production and restructured during the last 3 years denim sourcing and production for Takko, an european fashion value retailer (1900 stores). As a member of the fairway corporation, Takko is caring about its oecological footprint, working conditions, sustainability but as well challenging purchasing prices.
MR. MD. ATIQUL ISLAM
MS.NISHAT CHOWDHURY
Immediate past President, BGMEA & Managing Director, Islam Garments Ltd.
Deputy Program Manager, International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Md. Atiqul Islam is a dynamic entrepreneur who completed his higher studies with a degree from the University of Dhaka. With dedication and determination, he started his journey in the Bangladesh garment sector from 1985 and has built an empire named Islam Garments Group, with more than 20 business units. He served the BGMEA as its President (2013-14) and worked for ensuring dignity, well-being and safety of garment workers. World’s renowned retailer ‘Walmart’ has honored Mr. Atiqul Islam with the prestigious award as most successful entrepreneur 8 times.
Prior to joining IFC, she has worked for four years as the Senior Environmental Advisor Environmental Standards of Textile and RMG factories. As an Environmental Specialist of contribution to promoting cleaner production concept in the textile and RMG factories and improving monitoring and enforcement capacity of the department of environment of Bangladesh.
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
MR. MOHAN SENEVIRATNE
MR. RODNEY REED
Program Manager, International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Team Leader - Environment GIZ PSES
Mohan Seneviratne was appointed as the new Bangladesh program for Cleaner textiles (PACT) Program Manager in April 2015. He joined IFC in 2011 as the principal industry water and wastewater within the climate business department. Mohan has 35 years of experience in water and wastewater resource management, water treatment, chemicals, and water conservation covering power plants, oil
Prior to joining GIZ PSES, Mr Reed was the Managing Director of Reed Consulting Bangladesh Ltd. leading projects on cleaner production, pollution prevention and corporate social responsibility. He is an experienced seminar presenter, workshop leader and is the author of several books and technical including green manufacturing and environmental sustainability.
paper and food processing. MR. ROGER HUBERT
MR. SYED M TANVIR
Regional Head Bangladesh & Pakistan, H&M/Puls Trading Far East Limited
Director,
Mr. Roger Hubert, experienced on apparel industry over 45 years on sales, merchandising, procurement, quality assurance & control, CSR, 17 years as MD of a sourcing company based in Singapore with over 200 employees with Li&Fung and since feb. 2014 with H&M as Country Manager Bangladesh and Regional Head Bangladesh/Pakistan.
premium denim manufacturing in Bangladesh. Mr. Tanvir is steering the sustainable growth of the company by gaining trust of a number of high street retailers. He enriched his learning curve by gaining insights of the market dynamics of the fast fashion industry, managing understanding of manufacturing know how in broader spectrum. He is awarded CIP by the Government of Bangladesh.
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SPEAKERS PROFILES
MR. SHAMS MAHMUD
MR. TILMANN WROBEL
Managing Director, Shasha Denims Limited
Creative Director / Founder, Monsieur-T.
Mr. Shams Mahmud is also the Managing Director of Saburo Indigo Limited. He has a passion to establish the green technology by every possible means throughout the business processes. His direct contribution leads the product line of Shasha Denims Limited to include the sustainable products for its world renowned clients.
Tilmann’s career has led him from Paris Hautecouture to sportswear & senim. He founded the Monsieur-T. Studio in 2007. The Monsieur-T. studio is a leader in the bottoms & denim business. Today it’s team is consulting an international portfolio of denim-brands, denim manufacturers & trade-shows.
MR. TUOMO POUTIAINEN
MR. CONSTANTIN VRATSIDAS
Programme Manager, RMG Sector, ILO
Finishing & sales, KbL Kosmos by Lilienweiss
Mr. Poutiainen has worked with ILO for 16 years in Philippines, Switzerland, Cambodia, Thailand and now in Bangladesh. He leads ILO’s Ready Made Garment initiatives. The improving working conditions in the ready made garment sector project at the heart of the programme
KbL, Kosmos by Lilienweiss, the company of Peter Maier and Constantin Vratsidas. Based in Bulgaria, and focused to the European market. effects, dyes and washes. Innovation today is full image and least impact.
safety, labour inspection, occupational safety and health (OSH), rehabilitation of victims of Rana Plaza factory collapse and better work Bangladesh programme.
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATION MY DENIM INSPIRATION Amy Leverton travels the world in search of inspiration and fresh trends to drive innovation for her denim clients. The book Denim Dudes came about through this travel and Amy’s encounters with fascinating and inspiring personalities in the industry. In this presentation she will take you on an inspirational journey, highlighting some of her favourite characters in the industry and what they’ve taught her along the way. She’ll also give you a preview of images from her upcoming book, Denim Dudettes. Girl power !
A journey into the world of denim trend forecasting and inspiration Lessons learnt from industry professionals around the globe on creativity, passion and inspirationAn insight into the making of Denim Dudes and a sneak preview of Denim Dudettes. Amy Leverton Denim trend Consultant and Author of Denim Dudes
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DOUBLE PAGE CENTR
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EXTRAS & SPECIAL TREATS
8. EXTRAS
& SPECIAL TREATS Besides making your visit of Bangladesh Denim Expo efficient and successful, our schedule of Special Events is designed to make your stay enjoyable and unforgettable too.
TREND ZONE Fabrics, accessories, finishings, wash-outs, colors and shapes BANGLADESH DENIM EXPO is the ideal platform to discover next season’s fashion trends. The unique mix of exhibitors will showcase the latest denim trends along with other denim products, wash innovations and new information technology highlights.
SOUVENIR HOTSPOT Get your personal souvenir to remember the event forever. A trendy denim bag will be customized by a professional artist just for you. Make sure to drop by and get your hands on your personal handpainted bag.
SELFIE BOOTH To make your visit memorable and share your expo experience, we set up a selfie corner. Just pose in front of our camera and share the image with friends and colleagues.
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VISITOR SERVICE
9. VISITOR SERVICE ACCOMMODATION
BUSINESS LOUNGE
We offer rooms at multiple hotels at amazing discount rates. Book yours today: www.bangladeshdenimexpo.com/ accommodation/
Our business lounge is the ideal place for extended discussions in a private, serene atmosphere. Please make sure to secure your desired time slot in advance.
WIFI BANGLADESH DENIM EXPO offers free Wi-Fi access during the show. Enjoy internet without any barriers.
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VISITOR COMMENTS
12. VISITOR COMMENTS MAY 11TH-12TH EDITION, 2015 HENNER BREIPOHL Ladies Department, Jeans Fritz
MAKALA MILLIKEN Designer, ABA Group
MARIA CARIDAD Head of Marketing, IDS Group
MARTIN SCHAEFER Sourcing Manager, Takko
NAJEEB SAYED Sourcing Director, PVH, Bangladesh
«The show is getting more and more interesting over the years. I believe that this show could do more for the denim industry.»
«It is a great experience working here compared to outside shows. It creates good value for Bangladesh.»
«This show has really changed a lot. I have seen the 1st edition of the expo. It’s really improving.»
«Fabric displayed here are very interesting. It’s a very good show and I liked it very much. I would love to come back here in six months.»
«This country really deliver goods on time. So why should I not choose Bangladesh ? Denim expo is something which was missing in Bangladesh.»
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VISITOR COMMENTS
PAUL TUERLING Country Manager, New Times Group
SIMA Product Manager, Triton Textile, Germany
STEPHAN HARMS Ernstings-Family
THAIS H. ALVES DE OLIVELRA Country Manager, Coolcat Asia Ltd
YVET BREEDVELD Manager-Product Development G-Star
«This is the second time with Mostafiz and I really felt great.»
«I used to go to fashion fairs in Paris, Germany, Italy, never thought this kind of show in Bangladesh, very nice.»
«I have seen a few editions of Bread & Butter, but I think this is the show to start with in Bangladesh.»
«Really quite surprising in a good way, Bangladesh is evolving, it’s changing. All the denim factories coming here now with all the know-how.»
«The show is much better than my expectations.»
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VISITOR PROFILE
MAY 11TH-12TH EDITION, 2015 TOP TEN FOREIGN VISITOR COUNTRIES
Met Visitors’ Objective
2083 Visitors 763 Companies 40 Countries
KEY DECISION MAKERS FROM VISITORS
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Quality of the Exhibitors
VISITOR PROFILE
VISITOR INDUSTRY TYPE
Have you visited our early Expo ?
PREVIOUS EXPO INFORMATION November 11-12th, 2014
2601 VIsitor Attendance
From 37 Country
May 11-12th, 2015
2083 Visitor Attended
From 40 Country
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Organizer contact information : Bangladesh Denim Expo House # 14, Road # 1, Khulshi Hills R/A, Chittagong – 4226, Bangladesh. Mobile : +8801777774696, +8801733385528, Fax : +880312501403 Email : info@bangladeshdenimexpo.com Website : www.bangladeshdenimexpo.com
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