The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has firmly dismissed claims that natural gas shortages are forcing garment factories to shut down, labeling the reports as untrue.
The association issued the statement on Monday to counter circulating narratives suggesting widespread production halts across the country's apparel sector.
This denial comes as the industry grapples with ongoing energy supply constraints.
While BGMEA rejects the notion of forced closures, the group has previously escalated its demands for reliable energy infrastructure.
The two largest garment industry associations in Bangladesh have formally requested uninterrupted supply of compressed natural gas (CNG) to filling stations serving apparel factories, highlighting the critical dependency of the sector on stable energy inputs.
The natural gas crisis in Bangladesh has been a persistent concern for global supply chains, given the country's status as a major apparel exporter.