The Growth of Green Garment Factories in Bangladesh

by AQF Team on 24 Feb 2022 | 0 Comments

The Bangladesh manufacturing sector has had to overcome some negative press over the past few years, especially after an eight-story factory building collapsed in 2013, killing 1,134 people and injuring 2,500 more.

Topics: garment importers, Sustainability

5 Top Garments Manufacturers in Bangladesh

by AQF Quality team on 17 Feb 2022 | 0 Comments

Bangladesh's apparel industry has been booming in recent years, thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure, manufacturing expertise, and proximity to some of the world's largest markets for clothing. Currently, Bangladesh is the world’s second largest producer of readymade garments, exporting approximately $31.5 billion worth of product in the 20/21 fiscal year. 

Topics: garment inspection, garment importers, softlines quality control

Customers Watch Out: Holiday Gifts Might Cost You More This Year

by Polly Chen on 9 Nov 2021 | 0 Comments
In this week's roundup, learn about the rising price of holiday gifts, Amazon's in-store pick-up service, and insights on garment labels.

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Supply chain, garment importers

China's Shein Emerges as a Rising Star in Fast Fashion

by Polly Chen on 3 Aug 2021 | 0 Comments
In this week's roundup, learn more about the fast-emerging Chinese fashion brand Shein, sunscreen product recall, and the world's second-largest smartphone maker.

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Consumer Electronics, Social Compliance, garment importers

EU's Latest Ban on Plastic Comes into Effect

by Polly Chen on 20 Jul 2021 | 0 Comments
In this week's roundup, learn about the EU's latest ban on plastic, the Chinese market's increasing demand, and the recovery of Bangladesh's garment manufacturing industry.

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Quality Control News, garment importers

5 Reasons Your Garments Quality is Lacking (And How To Fix Them)

by AQF Team on 15 Jul 2021 | 0 Comments

Every industry strives to create the best products it can, fashion and garments included. However, garments quality control is an ongoing issue for some, as well as an occasional problem for even the best manufacturers. In order to create the best garments you possibly can, let's take a look at five reasons your garments' quality is lacking and how you can fix it.

Topics: garment inspection, garment importers

Common Mistakes to Avoid Before Mass Producing Your Clothing Line

by Christine Evans on 10 Jun 2021 | 0 Comments
Start a mass garment manufacturing line without enough preparation might result in some future issues that harm your brand. Here are some common mistakes that you can avoid to ensure your garment quality.

Topics: garment importers, softlines quality control

Guess Who's the Largest Garment Sellers in The U.S.? Amazon.

by Polly Chen on 6 Apr 2021 | 0 Comments
In this week's roundup, learn about how Amazon became the largest garment seller in the U.S., the future of the ecommerce market size, and India's aim to become a favorable manufacturing hub.

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Ecommerce, garment importers

Social Compliance for Garment Factories: How You Can Avoid Disasters

by Vicky Yu on 19 Jul 2017 | 3 Comments
In this blog article, find out what you can do to monitor social compliance for garment factories and avoid common problems and consequences garment importers face.

Topics: Social Compliance, Textile Products, Auditing Factories, Working with Factories, garment importers

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