Engr. Md. Aminul Islam, Managing Director of Dara Technology (BD) Ltd., is a highly accomplished textile engineer. He earned his Diploma in Textile Engineering from Tangail Textile Institute and completed his B.Sc. in Textile Engineering from City University. Mr. Aminul has extensive work experience in various textile factories as well as educational institutes.
He is also a proven organizer and leader. He served as the Vice President of the previous Association of Textile Engineers & Technologists (ATET) committee, is the current President of the Textile Engineers Alumni Association of City University (TEAACU), and is the former President of the Ex-Student Association of Tangail Textile Institute (ESATTI).
Recently, Mr. Aminul announced his candidacy for the position of President in the upcoming ATET election, scheduled to be held in September 2017. Textile Focus Editor M. A. Islam Riyadh spoke with Mr. Aminul about various issues concerning the textile business and his plans for ATET. Key highlights from the discussion are published here for our readers.
Textile Focus: What is your observation regarding the activities of ATET?
Mr. Aminul: ATET is working for the professionals of the textile industry. Since its formation, ATET has been serving as a development partner for textile engineers. It is gradually growing and moving forward. We are open to partnering with anyone for the sustainable development of the industry. ATET regularly organizes various events related to textile engineers and the textile industry.
The association is committed to enhancing the skills of textile engineers, ensuring their professional growth, and maintaining a high standard of unity, mutual cooperation, and goodwill among members. During my tenure as Vice President of the previous ATET Central Executive Committee, we took many initiatives for the betterment of textile engineers. To continue these development activities, I have been encouraged by our community to contest the upcoming election. As you know, ATET is a fully voluntary association where everyone works for the greater good.
Textile Focus: You have been involved in the textile machinery trading business for a long time. How do you see the technological development of textile machinery?
Mr. Aminul: We are living in an age of rapid technological advancement. Today, every company has its own Research & Development (R&D) unit where continuous innovation is taking place. In Bangladesh, textile industry owners are now very conscious about adopting the latest technology.
There was a time when owners did not invest in high-value textile machinery, but the situation has changed significantly. The textile machinery business has become highly competitive. Nowadays, factory owners are willing to invest more capital in the latest technology, and they regularly send their technical teams to training sessions, seminars, and exhibitions to stay updated. As the textile industry continues to expand, the textile machinery market is also growing rapidly.
As a textile engineer, I feel I have both a social and professional responsibility. Being associated with professional bodies allows me to share my experience with others and fulfil those responsibilities.
Textile Focus: What are your reasons for being associated with professional bodies like ATET, TEAACU, and ESATTI?
Mr. Aminul: I have been working in the textile industry for a long time and have gained valuable practical experience. Along the way, I have faced many challenges and difficulties. I believe it is important to share these experiences and solutions with the textile community.
As a textile engineer, I also feel a social and professional obligation to contribute to the industry. Being associated with professional bodies helps me exchange ideas, share experiences, and actively participate in initiatives that benefit the entire community.
Textile Focus: What is your vision for ATET as a presidential candidate in the upcoming election?
Mr. Aminul: Our panel has already announced its agenda. Some of the key points include:
- Uniting all textile engineers under one well-organized association by bringing seniors and juniors together to work collaboratively.
- Honoring senior professionals who have played a vital role in establishing Textile Diploma and B.Sc. Engineering programs.
- Making necessary adjustments to the association’s constitution with input from all members.
- Ensuring active participation of textile engineers in government policy meetings, as well as local and international meetings, seminars, and conferences.
- Actively advocating for the inclusion of textile engineers in the BCS cadre.
- Working towards reducing dependence on foreign employees in the textile industry.
- Establishing a Textile Research Center to support the vision of “Skilled Hands – Strong Economy, Strong Bangladesh.”
- Securing land allocation for an ATET office.
