Mosharaf Composite Textile Mills Ltd. is a prominent textile manufacturing company based in Bangladesh, specializing in a range of high-quality yarn and fabric production. Established with a commitment to innovation and excellence, Mohammed Shahinul Haque, Director of Operations, Mosharaf Composite Textile Mills Ltd conversed with textile focus and discussed the current scenario as well as future plan of the spinning sector. Shahinul Haque is an experienced textile industry veteran with a comprehensive understanding of the entire production process, from spinning and weaving to dyeing, finishing, and machinery installation. A summary of the conversation is given below for our respected readers-
Textile Focus: We all know that you spent a long time in the spinning sector and gained a lot of experience in this field. Could you share your professional journey?
Mohammed Shahinul Haque: I joined Beximco the day after I graduated with a BSc in Engineering(BUTEX) in 1994, marking the start of my professional journey. Along with 12 others in my batch, I began working at Padma Textile, where I eventually took full responsibility for quality control. I continued working there until I was promoted to Assistant Manager in 2001. Drawing on this experience, I spent the past 14–15 years working at Badsha Textile, where I was responsible for all units, project development, new project planning, machine selection, and part of the marketing function. Currently, I am at Mosharraf Spinning, overseeing operations as Director of Operations, where we are managing eight ongoing projects. Here, we have the capability to produce various types of yarn, including carded yarn, combed yarn, PC yarn, CBC yarn, and melange yarn. I truly enjoy managing multi-type yarn production here and am doing my utmost to meet customer demand and ensure satisfaction.
Textile Focus: What is the current state of the spinning sector in Bangladesh?
Mohammed Shahinul Haque: Based on my 28 years of experience, I can say that one of the major challenges we face in spinning today is the increased cost of yarn production, which has significantly reduced profit margins—even turning negative at times. To overcome this, we need to focus on developing new products and innovations. Additionally, if we can’t make adjustments in other areas, we should prioritize value-added products. Rising utility costs, wage demands, and a nearly 300% increase in energy costs have made it increasingly difficult for the spinning sector to survive. At this point, it will be difficult for all industries to survive unless they reduce production costs, shift to value-added products, or receive some incentives from the government.
Textile Focus: India and neighbouring countries have their own cotton supply, allowing them to produce yarn at a much lower cost. How is Mosharaf Spinning facing challenges in terms of product pricing?
Mohammed Shahinul Haque: Our neighbouring country, India, is far ahead of us in many respects. Since 60–70% of production costs come from raw materials, their ready access to these materials enables them to source quickly and reduce prices by around 10–15 cents per pound, giving them a competitive edge. Additionally, they have stable utility support, whereas we often suffer from shortages in gas, electricity, and more. Due to the energy crisis, some industries have reduced production by nearly 30%, affecting product pricing. The decrease in banking facilities has raised our costs by about 30 cents per pound compared to others. Although we can cut 5–10 cents in production costs through production speed and quality, matching their 30-cent reduction is simply not possible. If India increases production in the future, it could have severe consequences for our cotton industry.
Textile Focus: What is the current yarn production capacity of Mosharraf Spinning and what kind of yarn do you make?
Mohammed Shahinul Haque: Our industry has a daily yarn production capacity of 160 metric tons. We produce over 30 different types of yarn. Among these, there is significant value addition in sustainable yarn. We currently produce recycled yarn, blended yarn, Vortex yarn, organic yarn, fancy yarn, feathered yarn, melange yarn, siro yarn, inject yarn, etc.
Our recycled yarn ‘Filotex’ is playing a revolutionary role in solving the solid waste problem in Bangladesh’s textile and apparel industry. We are implementing tracer Nano-fiber technology – this enables our buyers to trace the origin of yarn and the amount of recycled materials through electric sensors.
Buyers have responded well to this, as previously, they had to source these products internationally, but now they can find everything here. We have proprietary technology for fiber dyeing, multi-fiber dyeing, and mixing. We’ve also set up machines so we can produce multi-type and fancy yarns. If buyers are confident in us, we hope we will receive the right prices to cover these costs. It is encouraging that buyer confidence is increasing, and they are no longer solely reliant on India or Pakistan. Many buyers visit our factory and repeatedly place orders with us based on their product requirements.
Textile Focus: Can you tell us about the new products that you are currently developing and planning for the future?
Mohammed Shahinul Haque: Our main focus is to efficiently utilize waste from garment production to increase efficiency. From knitting to cutting waste, we have set up processes to reuse everything. We are also using colour waste fabric to produce colour yarn and other wastes to create grey yarn. By mixing these with nanofibers, we produce yarn that receives positive feedback from buyers. International fashion trends have shifted, and industry experts and owners in our country must stay aware of these changing demands and enhance their knowledge.
Previously, there was high demand for cotton-based products, but now multi-fiber-based products are increasingly popular. To survive, our industry must be able to use multi-fibre capabilities to align with these trends and design products accordingly. Collaborating with universities for product development could be fruitful, but universities must take the necessary steps, as their understanding of direct buyer requirements might be less comprehensive than that of the industry. If our products exceed capacity, it could become a loss-making project; therefore, we need to stay updated on trends and coordinate variations internally so that all industries can sustain themselves effectively.
Mosharaf Composite Textile Mills Ltd is a dynamic textile company recognized for its robust production capacity, diverse yarn offerings, and commitment to sustainability. With a daily production capability of 160 metric tons, the company excels in producing over 30 types of yarn, including recycled, blended, organic, and specialized fancy yarns. Leveraging advanced technologies and innovative practices, Mosharaf Composite not only meets local demand but also competes on a global scale, offering products that previously had to be imported. Through strategic adaptations to market trends, sustainable practices, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction, Mosharaf Composite is positioned as a leader in Bangladesh’s textile sector, continually advancing to meet the evolving demands of the industry
