Opening up new markets – emerging production location Bangladesh
Bangladesh is considered a dynamically growing economy and offers enormous potential for European companies. We have taken a closer look for you and compiled the advantages, but also the challenges of this relevant production and procurement location in our country report 2025.
Economic potential and location conditions
Located at the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh offers a strategic access to international sea and air traffic corridors as a new focal market in South Asia. With around 176 million inhabitants and an average age of 26 years, a large number of young workers are available. Production and wage costs remain at a moderate level, making the location attractive for many industries.
Bangladesh is purposefully advancing its export economy and was considered the second most important exporting country in the world for clothing in 2023. At the same time, the country is expanding its production capacities to higher-value goods, which also increases its own demand for investment and intermediate goods from abroad.
Investments in sustainability and digitalization
To make Bangladesh a more attractive production location for companies, the country is actively committed to more sustainability. In recent years, quality standards have significantly increased and adapted to Western standards. The continuous expansion of infrastructure in the country also emphasizes higher ecological and social responsibility. You can learn more about this in our country report.
In addition to sustainability, digitalization is also playing an increasingly important role in Bangladesh. For example, the initiative "Digital Bangladesh" has been launched to promote the digitalization of government and business activities and the expansion of digital infrastructure. With projects like the English-language online map "MappedInBangladesh.org", which provides an overview of the factory landscape in the textile sector, the local government aims to ensure more transparency.
Success factors for market entry in Bangladesh
Many brands and manufacturers have already shifted their purchasing or export-oriented production of textiles, DIY, and furniture, as well as ceramics, electronics, and leather goods to the South Asian country. However, for market entry, it is important to consider some key aspects in addition to the many advantages. From location-specific peculiarities to logistics issues to the decision for the right supplier, the entry should be carefully planned, relying on trustworthy partnerships and local know-how.
Systematically examining and evaluating potential and existing supplier relationships is particularly relevant for business success in Bangladesh. This can significantly reduce the risk of potential problems such as supply bottlenecks or failures. Those who optimize collaboration can procure products better, faster, and at lower costs.
Country report Bangladesh – Your added value
But how does one succeed in entering the emerging export market? Which intermediaries can best support sourcing, purchasing, and production, and what do you need to consider in cross-border logistics? To ensure your market entry in Bangladesh is successful, we have compiled important information on the advantages, challenges, and peculiarities in our country report "Opening up new markets – the production location Bangladesh" for you.
What to expect:
- Current and insightful market data
- Peculiarities of the Bengali market
- Tips for building and optimizing your supplier structures
- Information for successful cross-border logistics
Curious? You can find all the information in the country report 2025 "Opening up new markets – the production location Bangladesh".