To commemorate World Leather Day 2025; Footwear Exchange hosted a dynamic roundtable discussion titled: “Bangladesh Leather – Beyond the Surface ” on 26th April held at the Dhaka Tannery Industrial Estate Waste Treatment Plant Company Ltd. (DTIEWTPCL), the event brought together a powerful cross-section of the leather ecosystem — including industry leaders, technologists, academicians, and development partners.
Mr. Golam Shahnewaz, Managing Director of DTIEWTPCL, chaired the session and underscored the need for stronger environmental compliance, technological advancement, and unified sectoral efforts. Chief Guest Mr. Shahin Ahmed, Chairman of the Bangladesh Tanners Association (BTA), echoed the urgency of building stronger alliances among tannery owners, manufacturers, policymakers, and service providers to unlock Bangladesh’s full potential in the global leather trade.
Special Guests Mr. Salauddin Mahmud Khan, Chief Manufacturing Officer of Apex Tannery Ltd. and Mr. Tariqul Islam Khan, Managing Director of Marsons Tannery Ltd. added industry depth by addressing the importance of modernization, international competitiveness, and crafting a positive narrative for Bangladesh leather on the global stage.
Special Guests Mr. Salauddin Mahmud Khan, Chief Manufacturing Officer of Apex Tannery Ltd. and Mr. Tariqul Islam Khan, Managing Director of Marsons Tannery Ltd. added industry depth by addressing the importance of modernization, international competitiveness, and crafting a positive narrative for Bangladesh leather on the global stage.
The session concluded with a joint pledge to raise international visibility of Bangladesh as a compliant leather exporter, advocate more assertively for the sector’s achievements, and ensure responsible practices aligned with environmental and social standards. The event reinforced Footwear Exchange’s commitment to promoting collaboration, responsible growth, and future-ready leadership in Bangladesh’s leather and footwear industries.
