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American & Efird® (A&E), Mount Holly, N.C., has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Chattogram, Bangladesh. The facility will create more than 350 job positions for local workers.
The new facility will complement A&E’s existing operation in Gazipur, further solidifying the company’s commitment to the region. With this expansion, A&E is poised to increase production capacity, improve service levels and reduce lead times.
The facility’s opening was commemorated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by industry leaders, customers, suppliers, partners and government officials. Guests had the opportunity to tour the new facility and learn about its technologies and capabilities.
“We are excited to open this new manufacturing facility, which enhances our ability to support customers globally while maintaining A&E’s high standards of excellence,” says Jeffrey P. Pritchett, CEO and a member of the board of directors for Elevate Textiles, the parent company of A&E. “This expansion reflects our long-term vision for growth and our commitment to providing innovative thread solutions.”
The facility’s features include:
- Advanced production lines for spun and filament thread products.
- Dedicated R&D and technical capabilities to drive product innovation and enhance customer solutions.
- Sustainability-focused operations, incorporating green technologies to reduce environmental impact.
“Investing in this facility is a crucial step in strengthening our manufacturing base, enhancing product availability and improving service to the Chattogram market,” says Chris Alt, president at A&E. “As demand for our thread and specialty yarn products continues to grow, this facility will play a pivotal role in meeting customer needs faster, more efficiently, and with greater precision.”
“Our mission has always been to deliver high-quality products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers. With this new facility, we are not only expanding our footprint and capabilities to continue doing so but also bringing jobs, economic growth and social development to the region,” says Angelo Leanage, managing director at A&E South Asia.
In addition to manufacturing, the Chattogram facility will function as a regional hub for innovation, where A&E will continue to develop advanced thread solutions, optimize production processes and implement sustainability initiatives.