Groz-Beckert focus is on helping garment manufacturers boost productivity
Groz-Beckert is the world’s leading supplier of industrial machine needles, precision parts and fine tools, as well as systems and services for the production and joining of textile fabrics. Its products and services support the fields of knitting, weaving, nonwovens, tufting, sewing and spinning.
At Garmentech Bangladesh 2026 in Bangladesh, Groz-Beckert showcased advanced industrial sewing needle applications tailored for Bangladesh’s garment manufacturing sector. In this exclusive interview, Mr. Kabilen Sornum, Vice President, Marketing and Digital, Asia Pacific, Groz-Beckert and Mirza Tanzim Hassain Beg, Senior Sales Manager, East Asia (Sewing), Groz-Beckert, share insights on the company’s participation in GTB 2026, market expansion in Bangladesh, innovation strategy, sustainability commitments, and the future of intelligent apparel manufacturing.
Q. In the 23rd edition of GTB, what are the latest applications you are showcasing for the Textile Sector in Bangladesh?
A. • At the 23rd edition of Garmentech Bangladesh, Groz-Beckert is showcasing advanced industrial sewing needle applications tailored for Bangladesh’s garment manufacturing sector.
• The highlights include solutions for high-speed apparel sewing, denim, knitwear, and technical seams, designed to improve seam quality, reduce needle breakage, and enhance overall sewing efficiency.
• These applications support manufacturers in achieving higher productivity, consistent quality, and reduced downtime in large-scale garment production.
Q. Over the last few months, apparel exports in Bangladesh decreasing. What is your current market situation in Bangladesh?
A. • Despite the recent slowdown in apparel exports, the Bangladesh market remains resilient for us.
• Manufacturers are focusing strongly on efficiency and cost control, which keeps demand steady for reliable, high-performance sewing needles.
• We continue to work closely with our customers through local support and technical expertise to help them maintain productivity during this challenging period.
Q. What is the key strength of Groz-Beckert’s products compared to those of your competitors?
A. • Our key strengths lie in the combination of precision engineering, consistent quality, and deep application expertise.
• Groz-Beckert sewing needles are manufactured with extremely tight tolerances and uniform performance, which means fewer defects, less downtime, and higher productivity on the garment floor.
• Coupled with our strong local service and technical support, we help customers optimize processes — not just supply parts.
Q. How does Groz Beckert ensure sustainability in needle production?
A. • Sustainability is integrated across our entire needle value chain.
• Groz-Beckert focuses on resource-efficient manufacturing, reduced material waste, and long-lasting needle performance, which lowers overall consumption for our customers.
• By using energy-efficient production processes, durable materials, and continuous process optimization, Groz-Beckert helps garment manufacturers achieve higher efficiency while reducing their environmental footprint.
Q. What is your plan for the Bangladesh market to boost productivity by using your tech?
A. • Bangladesh remains a strategic market for Groz-Beckert.
• Our focus is on helping garment manufacturers boost productivity through application-specific sewing needle solutions, technical training, and close on-site support.
• By optimizing needle selection, reducing sewing interruptions, and improving seam quality, we enable factories to achieve higher efficiency, lower rework, and more stable production performance even under cost and margin pressure.
