BLLISS 2018, Bangladesh Leatherfootwear & Leathergoods International Sourcing Show, was the first ever initiative of the industry taken in 2017 and the exhibition was highly successful by engaging different international buyers and brands to local manufacturers & exporters. The second edition of this international sourcing show will enable you to source from some of the best Leather Footwear, Leathergoods and Accessories showcased by leading manufacturers & exporters from Bangladesh. blliss.net
22 – 24th November 2018, Hall No- 01 International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) Bashundhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Inauguration 22nd November 2018
Sheikh Hasina, MP, the Honourable Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh will inaugurate this grand show.
BENEFITS OF SOURCING FROM BLLISS Enjoy one-stop sourcing at BLLISS from some of the leading producers of leather footwear and leather goods from Bangladesh. Establish business relationship with some of the leading OEMs, ODMs and OBMs, from this fast growing production hub in the region. Participate in our on-site fring programs and activities including seminars on fashion and business trends. Catch up with factory visit.
WHY INVEST IN BANGLADESH Bangladesh has a long established tanning industry which produces around 2-3% of the world’s leather from a ready supply of raw materials. Government support in the form of tax holidays, duty free imports of law materials and machinery for export – oriented leather market. Growing domestic market for footwear and leather articles (nearly ten million urban dwellers have annual income well in excess of $10,000 offering a sizable market for a wide range of goods and services) A tariff concession facility to major importing countries under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) coverage. Abundant, competitive labour cost- ideal for labour intensive industry. Tariff and quota free access to major markets such as the EU & Japan. Policy supports, export credit facility, fiscal and Non fiscal incentive. Bonded warehouse facility.
WHY SOURCE FROM BANGLADESH Availability of local raw material – 310 million sqft of leather is produced in Bangladesh annually. Leather produced in Bangladesh has a reputation of high quality due to the size of the livestock and absence of commercial farming which ensures that the cattle are well taken care of. Bangladesh has already established itself as the 2nd largest destination for RMG production and one of the fastest growing destinations for leather and leather product sourcing. Tariff and quota free access to the European Union (GSP), Canada, Australia & Japan. Shipment facilities by frequently available air and sea port.
Some pictures from BLLISS 2017 edition