Sebastien Bismuth, President of the renowned French fashion brand Celio, met BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan at the BGMEA office in Dhaka.
The meeting centered on various issues of Bangladeshโs ready-made garment industry, including its current state, future prospects, and pathways to achieving sustainable growth.
Both parties discussed potential areas of collaboration to pursue shared goals around sustainability and expanding Celioโs business in Bangladesh.
During the discussion, Celio expressed its commitment to supporting its suppliers in enhancing renewable energy capacity by offering long-term financing for the installation of solar panels.
BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan urged Celio to consider offering loans on low-interest and flexible terms, to further support the industry’s transition to renewable energy.
The meeting was also attended by Morgan Delemazure, Offer and Buying Director, and Ms. Lucie Abt, Bangladesh Country Manager of Celio. From BGMEA, Vice Presidents Mijanur Rahman and Vidiya Amrit Khan, along with Directors Shah Rayeed Chowdhury and Nafis-Ud-Doula, were present.
