Bangladesh Garments Washing Technologists Foundation (BGWTF) has celebrated its 14th Annual Get-together at KG Eco Resort and Picnic Spot, Krishibid City, Birulia, Savar in Dhaka.
The day-long event was inaugurated by distinguished guest form textile garment sector, members of BGWTF who are working in different garment washing factories.
BGWTF is a Non-Political, Non-Profitable, Social Welfare Foundation who have a remarkable number of members. Engr. Mehadi Hasan is the founder President of BGWTF. All the members of BGWTF joined this gala event and expressed their happiness.
As the Chief Guest at the Programme, Mr. Farque Hassan, Chairman, Board of Trustees at BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT), and also former President BGMEA was present.
BGWTF President Md Abdus Samad presided over the function and its general secretary Engr Mahasinuzzaman Shishir moderated the event.
As special guests there, Advisor to the BGWTF, and Chairman of JCL Group Md. Helal Uddin Ahmed , BGWIA president Md. Safiullah Khokon, Chief Advisor BGWTF and Managing director of Unique Group Engr. Syed Farid Ahmed, BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) Vice chancellor (acting) Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Director of Sterling Group Md. Monirul Islam Sentu, Joint Secretary General of Bangladesh Garment Buying House Association (BGBA) Md. Emdadul Huque Miazi, and Managing Director of AGS International Ltd Faridul Haque were present.
Faruque Hassan said many RMG factories have already been shut due to various reasons including gas and electricity problems. There are many challenges in coming days too. So, the challenges should turn into opportunity by working together.
“The RMG industry is now facing multiple challenges including gas, electricity, and customs issues. After LDC graduation, our dutry free facility would come down. So, we must be competitive and cost effective to grow the industry,” he also said.
Mentioning USA tarrif imposed on Bangladesh, the BGMEA former president said negotiation between the two countries is needed.
Besides, Founder President of the BGWTF and General Manager of Sterling Laundry Engr Mehedi Hasan, Director of the department of textile engineering at Daffodil International University Prof Md Mahbubul Haque, Executive Director of Ha-Meem Group Dr Nazmul Huda, Managing Director of Denim Solutions Ltd SM Sohel Rana , General Manager and Head of Production of Laundry Industries Ltd at Envoy Group AM Abdullah AL Mamun Uzzal, COO at Tarasima Washing Ltd Kamal Uddin Mia, Head of Operations (RMG division) at Vertex Group Md Reza E Rabbi, Head of Operations at Designer Washing and Dyeing Ltd Mohammod Rakibul Alam Khan also were present at the Programme as special guests.
The Best Development Awards were handed over among Maxcom Washing, Agami Washing Ltd, and Sterling Washing Ltd in the programme. Besides, Engr. Mehadi Hasan, the founder President of the BGWTF got gold Medal and life time membership there.
The event was proudly presented by RNT (BD) Ltd. as the Title Sponsor, Denim Solution Ltd as the Platinum Sponsor and Apna Organics Ltd as the Gold Sponsor. Many other valued sponsors also contributed to the success of the event.
However, the BGWTF takes plan to inaugurate Bangladesh Garment Washing Institute soon. For members, the BGWTF organizes different beneficiary support and activities including healthcare, support to the financially and physically weak members, different training and workshop, and get-together so many.
BWGTF recently signed with Delta Life Insurance with support of Denim Solution for insurance coverage for its life members. The BGWTF proudly declared that they are going to develop BGWTF Complex at their own land in Asulia.
The foundation is working with the government and trade bodies for value addition and development of the textile industry.
The vibrant daylong event featured an inauguration ceremony, quiz competition, fashion show, and cultural performances.
Currently, BGWTF has 400+ life members and 200+ general members. It was formed in 2009 registered in 2014 with some positive textile garment and washing professionals and gradually expanded its activities.
Esteemed media partners such as ATN Bangla, DBC News, Daily Sun, Kaler Kantho, Bangladesh Pratidin, Textile Focus, and many other prominent national media outlets were present at the event and cover the events.
