Bangladesh Denim Expo was held on May 2 and 3, 2019. It provided endless possibilities of networking. The expo set to create a space where 63 exhibitors from 11 countries represented the very best from the local and international denim community. Circularity was emphasized in this edition of the expo. The event included informative seminars, stimulating workshops and engaging round table discussions on circularity. Denim was in the spotlight in many of the seminars had as their focus denim circularity. Additionally, the traditional indigo fabric was the center of attention of live demonstrations on how to machine and hand repair jeans, transforming them into works of art.

Bangladesh Denim Expo is a non-profit, specifically established to act as a hub where key denim industry players can congregate and share their passion for denim. Launched in November 2014 with the intention of creating an international cutting-edge denim community in Bangladesh, the expo takes place two times a year and has shown a constant increase in numbers since then. The expo celebrates the country’s role in shaping the denim scene today. The expo’s objective is to showcase Bangladesh’s growth potential in the denim industry. Bangladesh is well-known for denim and jeans production, for both niche and mass markets. Buyers respect Bangladesh’s ability to offer great margins and high-quality goods.