Fakir Apparels wins ISPO Award in sportswear

The apparel manufacturer from Bangladesh is being recognised as the first Bangladeshi manufacturer to be honoured with the ISPO Award Winner for the Calor Jacket.

Fakir Apparels announces its achievement at ISPO 2023 with the Calor Jacket, an innovative women's piece. ISPO (Internationale Fachmesse für Sportartikel und Sportmode) bestowed this prestigious award upon Fakir Apparels, recognising their commitment to performance, sustainability, and innovation in outdoor apparel. This accolade marks Fakir Apparels as the first Bangladeshi manufacturer to receive the esteemed ISPO Award Winner title.

In dispelling the notion that high-end technical wear manufacturing is exclusive to the Far East, Fakir Apparels reflects the broader trend in Bangladesh. The country's manufacturers are making significant strides in this market, tapping into a wealth of young talent, seasoned expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit. Fakir Apparels, traditionally known for cotton-based garments, shifted a substantial portion of its products to synthetic and synthetic blends while maintaining its client base. In 2018, they launched a specialized technical wear manufacturing facility, marking five years of success in the sportswear industry.

Fakir Nafizuzzaman, Deputy Managing Director of Fakir Apparels Ltd., emphasises the company's commitment to sustainability through bold actions like the Calor Jacket. This piece not only integrates cutting-edge technology and a circular philosophy but also reduces garment waste by an impressive 97%. Acknowledging the broader industry shift, Nafizuzzaman notes, "The myth that high-end technical wear manufacturing capabilities are exclusive to Far East manufacturers no longer exists. Local manufacturers, including Fakir Apparels, are steering this shift from traditional cotton-based garments to synthetic fiber-made high-end technical wear, marking a game-changing moment for Bangladesh's RMG industry."