CONCORDIA ADVANCED FABRICS & APPAREL OUTERWEAR & TECHNICAL GARMENTS MANUFACTURING
CONTENTS 1 About Us Our Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Vertical Integrated Excellence From Concept to Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 How Are We Organised?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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3 Product Portfolio & Markets Our Core Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Outdoor Performance Wear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sports Performance Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fashion Meets Fashion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Fashion meets Workwear & Corporate Wear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Knitwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Our Signature Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4 An Overview of Our Bangladesh Facilities Factory details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Key Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Production Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Our People. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Our Garment Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5 A sustainable workplace Compliance & Sustainability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 On-site Safety & Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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China
Headquarters Belgium
Concordia Advanced Fabrics & Apparel Concordia New Materials Technology
Concordia Textiles Purfi
Spain Estambril
Bangladesh Germany
Fuchshuber
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Concordia Bounding Concordia Pacific Garments
1 About Us Concordia Advanced Fabrics and Apparel (CAFA), part of Concordia Textiles Group, is a key player in premium fashion and performance wear. We provide complete garment manufacturing services with modern facilities in China, Bangladesh and Belgium. We produce high-quality outerwear for mid to high-end brands, specializing in down jackets, padded jackets, seam-taped functional jackets, and more. By blending advanced fabrics and innovative techniques, we create top-tier garments.
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Our Philosophy We Protect People & Things in a Sustainable and More & More in a Circular Way We strive to redefine excellence in garment manufacturing through innovation, quality, and expertise. Our goal is to support our clients with exceptional, fullservice solutions that drive the success of their brands. While we do this, we prioritize responsibility toward people and communities, aiming to create longterm positive impact.
Our Commitment to Excellence
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Social
Sustainable
Steady
We follow ethical business and production methods. We create humane working environments for all around the world. We are mindful of social change and aim to integrate inclusivity and equality into our way of working.
We engage in constant innovation, with the aim of delivering sustainable products which are better for people and the environment. We are mutually committed in building transparent working methods in our product development and production process. We are also selective when it comes to partnerships, only choosing business partners who apply the same rigorous sustainability requirements.
Everything we do, it’s not for keeping up appearances, but in function of continuing to achieve our goals, also in the long and very long term. We stand strong because we can rely on a strong heritage, with more than 100 years of experience. Thanks to our capabilities we can quickly respond to changing contexts and demands.
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We operate on the principle that ‘Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of intelligent effort.’
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2 Vertically
Integrated Excellence As part of the Concordia Textiles Group, CAFA and CPGL benefit from being part of a vertically integrated fabric manufacturer, enabling full control of the production process: from raw materials to final delivery of the finished garments. This approach ensures high standards of quality and efficiency, creating a reliable supply chain that meets the needs of the outdoor industry.
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From Concept to Delivery Our Complete Value Chain From yarn to final delivery, our vertically integrated process ensures quality, efficiency, and sustainability. We control every step: yarn selection, weaving, fabric processing, pattern cutting, sewing, quality control, and value addition, before shipping worldwide. Our structured sampling process guarantees precision, from initial development to bulk production, ensuring customerspecific solutions every step of the way.
1 Material Preparation Yarns Weaving Dyeing Processed Fabric coating - lamination - printing - finishing
2 Product Development & Sampling Product Design & Development Sourcing Technical File Delivery Prototype & Quotation Salesman Samples Size Set & PP Samples
3 Manufacturing & Assembly
4 Quality Assurance & Finishing Shipment reference sample AQL Report Level per Customer Requirements
5 Logistics & Delivery Shipping & Delivery FOB Delivery
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How Are We Organised? 4 Design 4 Sourcing 4 Product Development 4 Manufacturing
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Sampling Room Our sampling room brings designs to life by turning concepts into prototypes. This dedicated space allows for testing and refining designs before moving to full production, ensuring every detail meets client expectations. Each developed piece is carefully reviewed by our technicians, who examine it closely to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization. Their hands-on expertise adds real value, helping us deliver smarter, more refined results with every sample.
Merchandising Team Our merchandising team connects clients, design, and production to ensure a smooth process. They handle each step from sourcing materials to follow-up on production, quality checks, and delivery. By working closely with clients, they bring designs to life on time, within budget, and to exact standards.
[CTLAB] Our Innovation Hub CT Lab is the Innovation Hub of Concordia Pacific, where new fabrics and garments are developed, tested, and refined. Garments are created using our own fabrics, designed to bring out their full potential in carefully crafted concept styles. Each piece is developed to showcase the craftsmanship, style, and technical possibilities woven into our textiles. With the support of our lab and skilled sampling designers, CT Lab brings together expertise and practical know-how to turn ideas into quality designs.
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3 Product Portfolio
& Markets
At Concordia Pacific Garments Limited (CPGL) and Concordia Advanced Fabrics and Apparel (CAFA), we take pride in our diverse garment manufacturing expertise, meeting a wide range of market needs. As part of the Concordia Textiles Group, we expand our product offerings across key categories. With a vertically integrated structure, we ensure quality, efficiency, and innovation in everything we do.
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Our Core Business We specialise in all categories of garments
Outdoor Performance Wear The cornerstone of Concordia is our outdoor performance wear, made with in-house expertise in technical fabrics garment-making. Our weatherresistant clothing is designed for peak performance, balancing comfort, functionality, and protection to meet the demands of outdoor activities.
Sports Performance Wear
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WINTERR SPORTS
ATHLEISURE
WATER SPORTS
HUNTING
FISHING
GOLF
Concordia’s sports performance wear showcases our expertise in technical garment-making, tailored for sports like water and winter sports, golf, hunting, and fishing. By focusing on the specific needs of each sport, we deliver apparel that maximizes comfort, and ensures durability and performance.
Fashion Meets Fashion In our Fashion Meets Fashion category, we collaborate with Concordia Textiles’ Fabrics department. Guided by CT LAB, our innovation hub, we deliver trenddriven, eco-friendly textile solutions inspired by iconic brands.
Fashion meets Workwear & Corporate Wear Our corporate and workwear category bridges the gap between functionality and fashion. Created with technical precision, stylish details and focus on comfort, our garments are designed for a wide range of industries. While not certified protective clothing, our production standards meet the quality requirements necessary for certification, giving customers the option to have the garments certified according to their needs.
Knitwear Our knitwear range highlights our expertise in flat and circular knitting. We offer a variety of products, from trendy designs to detailed patterns, to suit all kind of styles.
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Our Signature Products Expertise in Every Product LASER CUT PERFORMANCE
TAPED QUILTED
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WELDED
BONDED
DOWN & PADDED
FLAT & CIRCULAR KNIT
4 An Overview of
Our Bangladesh Facilities Concordia Pacific Garments Limited, founded in 2014 as part of the Concordia Textiles Group, is our Bangladeshbased garment manufacturer specializing in high-quality woven taped jackets and pants, padded jackets, and bonded polar jackets. With a monthly production capacity of 25,000 to 35,000 pieces and a dedicated workforce of 646 employees, the company is committed to delivering high-quality products to its clients.
Factory Details Key Information Country Bangladesh Address Mirer Bazar, Kamar Gaon, Gazipur Sader, Gazipur Telephone/Fax +8801714133914 Email ShagorikaMondol@concordiadhaka.com Established 2014
Leadership
Carl Baekelandt Chairman 22
Shagorika Mondol Managing Director
Yeahiya Khan General Manager
Ahmed Shimul Factory Manager
Production Information Capacity and Lead Time
Product Range
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All types of woven taped jackets and trousers
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Padded & quilted jackets
MONTHLY PRODUCTION CAPACITY
25,000 35,000 to
Bonded polar jackets
pieces
MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY
1,000
Workforce and Facilities
pieces per style
TOTAL EMPLOYEES
646
254
392
30 days
NUMBER OF SEWING LINES
if raw materials available in factory
180 days
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in case raw materials are not available & are to be produced from greige start
*from order placement to ex-factory
Our People Section
Supervisory
Workers
HR, Admin & compliance Supply chain management Accounts Cutting Sewing Cleaning Needle control Packing & warehouse Finishing Botton and seam sealing IE Sample CAD CAM Maintenance Medical In-line inspection Final inspection Quality control Production management Sewing technician Factory management Guard
6 12 3 11 16 3 8 2 1 4 2 4 2 6 4 1 2 2 7
12 383 14 1 6 61 23 5 20 25 -
TOTAL
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Our Garment Facilities Behind the Scenes in Bangladesh
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5 A sustainable
workplace
As a leader in the textile industry, we are committed to ethical and sustainable practices. We follow working conditions that go beyond local industry standards, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all employees. We also offer support facilities and volunteering opportunities.
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Compliance & Sustainability
ICS (Initiative for Compliance and Sustainability) A collaborative initiative that helps retailers and brands in the textile and footwear industry monitor and improve social and working conditions in their global supply chains through audits and assessments. Audit Date: 05/09/2024 Audit Outcome: Overall rating 91 B
Amfori BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) An initiative by Amfori that supports companies in improving social performance in global supply chains. It focuses on ethical business practices, labor rights, and workplace conditions based on international standards. Audit Date: 03/02/2023 Audit Outcome: Overall Rating B
Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) A global membership organisation providing a platform for companies to share and manage data about labour practices, health and safety, and business ethics in supply chains. Sedex promotes responsible sourcing and ethical trade. Audit Date: SMETA audit reference ZAA600011429 Audit Outcome: Sedex SMETA audit reference ZAA600011429 (22/05/2023)
GRS (Global Recycled Standard) A certification both on company and product level, ensuring that our company operates sustainably while our products contain recycled materials. It verifies the entire supply chain’s compliance with environmental practices, promoting more sustainable production in industries like textiles. Audit Date: 31/12/2024 Audit Outcome: GRS V4.0
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On-site Safety & Support
Fire Prevention Teams Our Bangladesh plant has fire prevention systems, including alarms, sprinklers, and fire extinguishers. The staff is trained for emergencies, and regular fire drills are organised.
First Aid Teams & Medical Assistance Our first aid team, made up of trained medical professionals, is always on-site with medical supplies to handle emergencies. We also provide regular first aid training for employees. The plant also has a fully equipped medical room available during working hours to provide quick medical care when needed.
Child Care Facilities We have a dedicated childcare room with trained caregivers, offering a safe and engaging environment for employees’ children while they work. This helps employees balance work and family.
Local Charity Program We believe in giving back to our local community. Through our charity program, we donate our handmade jackets to children in local orphanages, ensuring they stay warm and cared for. A small gesture, but one that makes a difference.
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MARCH 2025 Concordia Textiles NV Flanders Fieldweg 37 - 8790 Waregem - Belgium T +32 (0)56 62 73 73 - E info@concordiatextiles.com - www.concordiatextiles.com