Successful Industrial Visit to Cotton Field (BD) Limited

The Department of Textile Engineering successfully organized an industrial visit to Cotton Field (BD) Limited on 18 April 2026 (Saturday). 

It is worth mentioning that these industrial visits are an integral part of our curriculum. It also closes the gap between industry and academia. We are very grateful to the GUB authority for providing the necessary support to make this visit a success.

A total of 29 students participated in this visit, accompanied by assigned faculty members, Mr. Md. Dulal Hosen and Mr. Md. Mubashwir Moshwan. The team departed from the GUB permanent campus at 8:45 AM and reached the factory at 10:00 AM, located at Rajnagar, Shataish, Gazipura, Tongi, Gazipur.

Upon arrival, the team was warmly received by Mr. Md. Tanjim Hossain Akib, Senior Merchandiser, along with other officials. An introductory session was conducted where the company’s background, operations, and compliance practices were explained.

Cotton Field (BD) Limited, established in 2004, is a well-reputed ready-made garment manufacturing industry under the Mondol Group. The company specializes in producing a wide range of knit and woven garments for men, women, and children, exporting primarily to markets in Europe, USA, Japan, and other global destinations. Cotton Field (BD) Limited employs approximately 3,000 workers and staff, contributing to its large-scale apparel manufacturing operations.

The factory is equipped with modern production facilities, including cutting, sewing, finishing, in-house laboratory, R&D, and warehousing units, enabling a complete apparel manufacturing process within a single premise. The company maintains strong compliance and sustainability standards and has achieved several internationally recognized certifications such as BSCI, WRAP, ISO 9001:2008, and OEKO-TEX, reflecting its commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

During the visit, students explored the following key sections:

• Sample Section

• Cutting Section

• Printing Section

• Sewing Section

• Finishing Section

• Quality Control Department

• Compliance & Safety Units

• Research & Development (R&D) Section

• Fashion Design Department

• ETP Plant

• Accessory units and so on.

Each section demonstrated modern machinery, efficient workflow, and compliance-driven operations. Students observed real-time production processes, including line balancing, quality assurance, and finishing techniques. They actively interacted with industry professionals, gaining valuable insights into industrial practices, productivity improvement, and sustainability measures.

The visit was conducted within the scheduled time. Before departure, a group photo was taken with the industry professionals. The team left the factory on time and returned to the campus before 4:00 PM as instructed.

Overall, the industrial visit was highly informative and beneficial for the students, providing practical exposure and bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world industrial applications.