International Garment Accessories & Packaging Expo (GAPEXPO)

The GAPEXPO, an international exhibition dedicated to accessories and packaging for the garment industry, stands as a significant event for both local and global stakeholders. Organized by the Bangladesh Garment Accessories and Packaging Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGAPMEA), in collaboration with ASK Trade & Exhibition Pvt. Ltd. from India and Zakaria Trade & Fair International, the exhibition takes place annually at the International Convention City in Bashundhara, Dhaka. This event serves as a crucial platform for showcasing the vast and diverse range of products, equipment, and raw materials essential to the garment manufacturing sector.

With around 1,500 industries represented, GAPEXPO highlights the critical role that the accessories and packaging industry plays within the ready-made garment (RMG) sector, which employs over 400,000 people in Bangladesh alone. As the backbone of the RMG sector, the accessories and packaging industry provides the essential components that bring garments to life – from the simplest labels and tags to the most intricate zippers and buttons. The event brings together manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers from across the world, providing them with an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and stay updated on the latest trends and innovations in garment accessories and packaging.

At the heart of GAPEXPO are the products that define the garment industry’s intricate supply chain. The exhibition features an impressive assortment of items, including corrugated cardboard, hang tags, size labels, barcode stickers, price tags, and poly bags, all vital for packaging and labeling garments. In addition, attendees can explore a wide variety of sewing accessories such as threads, buttons, zippers, elastics, ribbons, collar inserts, interlinings, and even specialty items like embroidery and quilting materials. These products are indispensable in ensuring that garments are not only produced to the highest standards but also presented in an attractive and professional manner.

In parallel with the accessory displays, GAPEXPO also offers a comprehensive range of raw materials, which form the foundation for manufacturing these vital components. Exhibitors present everything from various types of paper, cardboard, and fabrics to advanced materials like polypropylene, polyethylene, high-density polyethylene, and films like HIPS/GPPS. Polymers, plastics, resins, inks, adhesives, and a variety of chemicals, all of which are essential for producing high-quality accessories and packaging, are showcased as well. Additionally, raw materials like rubber, wire, metallic strips, and specialized alloys are highlighted, offering a glimpse into the intricate supply chain that supports the garment industry.

GAPEXPO serves as a vital meeting point for professionals across the garment, packaging, and accessory industries. Manufacturers, exporters, suppliers, and buyers convene here to form strategic partnerships, exchange ideas, and gain insights into new developments in the industry. The exhibition not only offers a detailed overview of Bangladesh’s impressive capabilities in the accessories and packaging sector but also positions the country as a key player in the global RMG supply chain.

The event is also an important opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing, where attendees can learn about new technologies, sustainable practices, and emerging trends in garment packaging and accessory production. With the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions and high-performance accessories, GAPEXPO helps shape the future of these industries by bringing innovative solutions to the forefront.

GAPEXPO is more than just an exhibition; it’s a vital event for those involved in the garment manufacturing process. By showcasing everything from basic raw materials to finished accessories, it plays a key role in connecting the dots within the global garment production network, helping to foster business growth, sustainability, and innovation. For anyone involved in the garment industry, attending GAPEXPO is a must to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving sector.