BANGLADESH CLOTHING MAUFACTURERS COUNT THE COST OF DEADLY PORT BLAZE – IN MONEY AND REPUTATION
June 27th, 2022
The Bangladesh clothing industry is counting the cost of the deadly fire at the Sitakunda depot, serving the country’s major port at Chittagong, blaming the government and the depot owners for the blaze that appears to have erupted amongst stored chemicals.
While the Bangladesh Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) is hopeful insurance payouts will cover some of the losses, the disruption in the supply chain and loss of reputation for safety – painstakingly repaired after Rana Plaza tragedy – could be very damaging.
Md Mohiuddin Rubel, ...
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