With more than 25 years of dedicated experience in spinning, Akij Textile Mills Ltd., a flagship concern of the renowned Akij Group, has firmly established itself as one of Bangladesh’s most progressive and vertically integrated textile manufacturers. What began as a conventional spinning operation has evolved into a comprehensive textile solution provider, delivering everything from specialty fancy yarns to dyed yarns, woven fabrics, and finished textiles. This remarkable journey reflects a relentless commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability in one of the world’s most competitive industries.
The Strength of the Akij Group
Akij Group stands as one of the largest and most diversified conglomerates in Bangladesh, operating 20 manufacturing companies with a wide portfolio spanning jute yarn, particle board, cement, food & beverages, grain milling, ceramics, printing & packaging, shipping lines, and textiles. The group’s annual turnover exceeds USD 1.20 billion and employs more than 60,000 people.
Akij Textile Mills Ltd. contributes significantly to this success, with a turnover of USD 120 million. The company operates on approximately 50 acres of land, with 13.31 lakh square feet of built-up area. As a single-source supplier from yarn to finished woven fabrics, Akij Textile offers buyers unparalleled convenience, consistency, and value addition.
Redefining Fancy Yarns for the Global Market
Fancy yarns represent the creative heart of Akij Textile’s offering. Far beyond basic uniformity, these yarns introduce texture, visual interest, tactile appeal, and enhanced performance characteristics, enabling fashion brands to create distinctive collections.
Core Fancy Yarn Portfolio:
- Boucle Yarn
- Crinkle Yarn
- Multi-color Slub Yarn
- Brush Yarn
- Raising Yarn
- Mossy Yarn
- Feather Yarn
- Tape Yarn
- Loop Yarn
And many more specialized variants.
Mélange Yarns (Any Shade):
- 100% Coton Mélange
- Gray Mélange
- Poly Mélange
- Viscose Mélange
- Blended Mélange (Cotton/Viscose/PSF/Acrylic/Nylon/Wool/Pineapple, etc.)
Other Specialty Yarns:
- Injected Yarn
- Snow Yarn
- Nappy Yarn
- Wrappy Yarn
- SIRO Yarn
- Gassed Yarn
- Singed Yarn
A key strength is Akij’s proven ability to mix and process 2 to 8 fiber varieties into a single yarn, opening up endless possibilities for custom effects tailored to knitting, sweater, and weaving applications.
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure & Technical Capabilities
Akij Textile’s production facilities are equipped with cutting-edge machinery from global technology leaders, including Rieter (Switzerland), Zinser, Trutzschler (Germany), and Schlafhorst Autocoro systems. The company operates over 51,000 spindles and maintains rigorous quality standards through advanced laboratory equipment, including Uster UT-6, AFIS, and HVI.
Fancy & Mélange Capacity Details:
- Fancy Count Range: 1/2.5 Nm to 1/17 Nm
- Mélange Count Range: 16/1 Ne to 40/1 Ne
- Product Range: All types of Mélange & Fancy Yarn (Ring Spun)
- Dedicated Spinning Capacity: 25 Tons/day
Unit-wise Total Spinning Capacity:
- Unit-1: Count Range 16/1~40/1 Ne | Mélange & Fancy | 8.5 Tons/day
- Unit-2: 10/1~60/1 Ne (Ring) & 7/1~20/1 Ne (OE) | Cotton, Blends, Slub, Compact, CSY | 20 Tons/day (Ring) + 16 Tons/day (OE)
- Unit-3: 7/1~20/1 Ne | OE Recycled Yarn (Mélange & Grey) | 16 Tons/day
- Unit-4: 16/1~40/1 Ne | Mélanges, Wool/Acrylic/Nylon Blends, PC/CVC | 16.5 Tons/day
- TFO Capacity: 7/2~80/2 Ne | 20 Tons/day
- Recycled Fiber Capacity: 15 MT/Day (World’s latest technology from Balkan)
Recycle Count Range & Capacity:
- Ring: Ne 16/1 to 34/1 (7 Tons/day)
- OE: Ne 7/1 to 20/1 (13 Tons/day)
- Double Yarn: Ne 7/2 to 30/2
The company offers a wide range of recycled blends (post-consumer and pre-consumer), including popular ratios such as 80/20, 70/30 Cotton/R. Cotton, and various Recycled Polyester/Recycled Cotton combinations, all suitable for sweaters, knitting, and weaving.
Yarn Dyeing Capacity: 55,000 Lbs per day across a comprehensive range of bulk dyeing machines.
Fiber Dyeing Capacity: 6 Tons per day.
Vertical Integration: Yarn to Finished Fabric
Akij Textile’s greatest competitive advantage lies in its full vertical integration. The company seamlessly connects spinning, yarn dyeing (including space dyeing with Ugolini systems), weaving, and fabric dyeing & finishing under one roof. This allows for superior quality control, shorter lead times, and the ability to develop complete fabric solutions incorporating fancy yarns with specialized finishes such as peach, flannel, super-soft, and moisture management.
Sustainability: A Core Commitment
Innovation at Akij is inseparable from sustainability. The company has invested heavily in eco-friendly technologies, including:
- Extensive use of recycled fibers in fancy and mélange yarns
- State-of-the-art “green” Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP)
- Caustic recovery and condensate water recycling systems
- 8.5 MW Solar Power generation (with ongoing expansion plans)
Certifications:
- BCI (Better Cotton Initiative)
- GOTS, OCS, GRS, RCS
- Global Recycled Standard
- OEKO-TEX
- Higg Index
- ZDHC
- Cotton USA, Organic Content Standard, and others
A Symphony of Fancy “Yarn to Fabric” – Creative Showcase
Akij’s latest collection beautifully demonstrates the transformation of fancy yarns into premium fabrics. Notable commercial samples include:
- Sample-55: 1/11 Nm Brush Yarn (56% Polyester / 23% Ecovero Viscose / 16% Organic Cotton / 5% Spandex)
- Sample-70: 1/5 Nm Slub Yarn with complex multi-fiber blend
- Sample-46: 1/15 Nm Raising Yarn (70% Polyester / 5% Viscose / 25% Acrylic)
- Sample-151: 1/4.5 Nm Boucle Yarn (51% Polyester / 30% Acrylic / 9% Cotton / 8% Nylon / 2% Wool)
- Sample-40: 1/5 Nm Crinkle Yarn (89% Cotton / 11% Polyester)
- Sample-95, 145, 147, 156, 16, 105, 14, 84, and many others showcasing Brush, Raising, Slub, and Boucle effects in rich colors and textures.
These samples highlight Akij’s mastery in creating fabrics with exceptional visual depth, softness, and durability.
Global Recognition and Client Portfolio
Akij Textile has earned the trust of leading international fashion brands, including M&S, Hugo Boss, H&M, s.Oliver, C&A, Uniqlo, Next, Inditex, Primark, Calvin Klein, Decathlon, PVH, LIDL, Esprit, Tom Tailor, and many more. This global clientele is a testament to the company’s consistent quality, innovation, and reliability.
Forward-Looking Innovation
Akij Textile continues to push boundaries through a dedicated Research & Development team. By participating in major international exhibitions such as Texworld Paris and maintaining close collaboration with buyers, the company rapidly translates market trends into new fancy yarn structures, including higher recycled content, smart functionalities, and novel fiber combinations.
With ongoing investments in technology and sustainability, Akij Textile is well-positioned to strengthen its leadership in the global fancy yarn segment while contributing meaningfully to the responsible growth of Bangladesh’s textile industry.
