Intex Bangladesh 2026, one of South Asia’s leading international textile sourcing exhibitions, officially opened today at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka, bringing together textile manufacturers, sourcing professionals, buyers, brands, policymakers, technology providers, and trade associations from around the world.
The three-day exhibition serves as a key platform for business networking, sourcing partnerships, knowledge exchange, and cross-border collaboration within the global textile and apparel value chain.
The opening ceremony was attended by senior government officials, diplomats, industry leaders, international exhibitors, sourcing professionals, and representatives from leading textile organizations.
Among the distinguished speakers were Rajesh Bhagat, Chairman and Managing Director of Worldex India; Murali Balkrishna, Joint Director of TEXPROCIL; Md Abdul Hamid Pintu, President of the Bangladesh Garment Buying House Association (BGBA); and Mohammed Hatem, President of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA).
Abdur Rahim Khan, Additional Secretary and Head of the Export Wing at the Ministry of Commerce, delivered the keynote address as the guest of honour, highlighting the importance of strengthening Bangladesh’s position within the global textile and apparel sourcing landscape.
The inauguration concluded with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, group photograph session, and a VIP tour of the exhibition halls. The event also marked the official opening of the Incredible Textiles of India Pavilion at Hall 2.
This year’s edition features more than 300 exhibitors across over 300 booths representing 12 countries and regions, including Bangladesh, India, China, Taiwan, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, Thailand, Pakistan, Hong Kong, and Uzbekistan.
Across four exhibition halls, exhibitors are showcasing a comprehensive range of products and solutions, including fibres, yarns, fabrics, man-made fibres, trims, accessories, textile technologies, compliance solutions, traceability systems, and sustainable textile innovations.
A major attraction of the exhibition is the Incredible Textiles of India Pavilion, supported by TEXPROCIL, MATEXIL, and PDEXCIL. The pavilion hosts more than 75 Indian companies showcasing cotton textiles, man-made fibres, sustainable fabrics, and value-added sourcing solutions for international buyers.
The China Fashion Textiles Pavilion features more than 70 manufacturers from key Chinese textile-producing regions, presenting fashion fabrics, functional materials, technical textiles, and garment accessories aimed at global sourcing markets.
Meanwhile, the International Pavilion brings together exhibitors from Taiwan, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, Thailand, Pakistan, Hong Kong, and Uzbekistan, highlighting advanced textile technologies, innovative materials, and performance fabrics.
Alongside the exhibition, the Interactive Business Forum Seminar Series is being held at the mezzanine level of Hall 4, providing industry stakeholders with insights into emerging trends and challenges shaping the future of textile sourcing and apparel manufacturing.
The first session, titled “Scaling Sustainable Materials Across Global Supply Chains,” is being organized in collaboration with TextileGenesis and focuses on sustainability, traceability, and responsible sourcing practices. The second session, “From Factory Floor to Global Fashion Influence,” scheduled for June 20 in partnership with Fashion Business Journal, will examine Bangladesh’s evolving role within the global fashion and apparel industry.
The exhibition is also hosting sourcing professionals and buyer delegations from Bangladesh and key international markets, including Sri Lanka, India, Hong Kong, China, Japan, Germany, and the United Kingdom, creating significant opportunities for business development and export growth.
As global brands increasingly prioritize sustainable sourcing, supply chain transparency, and diversified procurement strategies, Intex Bangladesh 2026 is expected to strengthen Bangladesh’s position as a leading textile and apparel sourcing destination while fostering new international partnerships and trade opportunities.
