The leather goods market in Bangladesh has huge potential with the increasing disposable income of the middle and upper-middle-class families. The GDP growth at over 5% over the last decade shows the strength of the economy and its resilience. The leather industry is the 2nd largest export sector in Bangladesh and leather sector’s exports cross $1billion in 2015. This report has been prepared by collecting information through websites; annual report of several tanneries, various book articles regarding the leather industry.
The entire report is the combination of four portions. Chapter one is the introduction part of the report.it describes the introduction, methodology, export performance and limitation of the report. The purpose of this report is to provide a thorough idea about the leather and leather goods industry in context to the global and Bangladesh scenario. The problem and limitation that I faced during the preparation of this report is the lack of experience for the analyzing data and maximum data collected from secondary data. Chapter two describe the Growth and current performance, labor, and management technology, and Export Potential summary of the leather oriented articles. [...]
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1 Leather industry in Bangladesh
- 1.2 History of leather and tannery industry in Bangladesh
- 1.3 Livestock in Bangladesh
- 1.4 Methodology
- 2. Growth and current performance
- 2.1 Labor and management
- 2.2 Technology
- 2.3 Export Potential
- 3. Leather Goods Manufacturing of Bangladesh
- 3.1 Small leather goods/Fancy leather goods
- 3.2 Medium leather goods
- 3.3 Heavy leather goods
- 4. Objectives
- 5. Overview and analysis of leather industry
- 5.1 PESTEL Analysis
- 5.2 Environment pollution and negative effect on workers' health
- 5.3 Toxic Effects on Health
- 5.4 Health Problems of Tannery Workers
- 5.5 SWOT analysis
- 5.6 Limitations Faced by the Industry
- 6. SUMMARY OF THE FINDINGS
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The objective of this report is to provide a thorough understanding of the leather and leather goods industry in Bangladesh, considering both the global and domestic contexts. The report examines the industry's growth, challenges, and export potential.
- Growth and current performance of the Bangladeshi leather industry.
- Manufacturing processes and types of leather goods produced in Bangladesh.
- Export potential and market analysis of Bangladeshi leather goods.
- Challenges and limitations faced by the industry, including environmental and health concerns.
- SWOT and PESTEL analysis of the Bangladeshi leather industry.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. Introduction: This chapter introduces the leather manufacturing process, highlighting the three main stages: preparation, tanning, and finishing. It emphasizes the importance of the leather industry in Bangladesh as a major foreign exchange earner and discusses the methodology used in the report. The chapter also provides a brief history of the leather industry in Bangladesh, noting its relocation from Hazaribagh to Savar to address environmental concerns and improve working conditions. It further explores the significant role of livestock in supplying raw materials for the industry and the challenges of relying heavily on secondary data for analysis.
2. Growth and current performance: This chapter delves into the growth trajectory and current performance of the Bangladeshi leather industry. It examines labor practices, management strategies, and technological advancements within the sector. A key focus is on the export potential, analyzing trends and identifying factors contributing to the industry's competitiveness in the global market despite challenges such as political instability and economic downturns. The chapter synthesizes information from various sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the industry's dynamic nature and its potential for further expansion.
3. Leather Goods Manufacturing of Bangladesh: This chapter focuses on the manufacturing processes and the types of leather goods produced in Bangladesh. It examines the different categories of leather goods—small, medium, and heavy—and their respective production methods and market demands. The chapter also explores the global context of leather export and import, providing a comparative analysis of Bangladesh's position in the international market and highlighting recent developments in global leather industries. By comparing different types of leather goods and their place in the global market, the chapter establishes a comprehensive view of the Bangladeshi leather goods manufacturing sector.
5. Overview and analysis of leather industry: This chapter provides a detailed analysis of the Bangladeshi leather industry using SWOT and PESTEL frameworks. The PESTEL analysis identifies political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors impacting the industry. The SWOT analysis examines the industry's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. A significant portion of this chapter focuses on the environmental pollution caused by tanneries and its negative effects on workers' health, exploring the health problems associated with exposure to toxic chemicals and the industry's limitations in addressing these challenges. This chapter offers critical insights into the major challenges hindering the sustainable and ethical development of the sector.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Leather industry, Bangladesh, export, manufacturing, tanneries, leather goods, SWOT analysis, PESTEL analysis, environmental pollution, worker health, economic growth, export potential, global market.
Frequently Asked Questions: Analysis of the Bangladeshi Leather Industry
What is the main focus of this report?
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the leather and leather goods industry in Bangladesh. It examines the industry's growth, challenges, current performance, export potential, and the environmental and health concerns associated with it.
What topics are covered in the report's chapters?
The report covers the following: an introduction to the Bangladeshi leather industry including its history and methodology; growth and current performance, focusing on labor, management, technology, and export potential; a detailed look at the manufacturing of different types of leather goods (small, medium, and heavy); objectives of the report; an overview and analysis of the industry using PESTEL and SWOT analysis, addressing environmental pollution and its impact on worker health; and finally, a summary of the findings.
What are the key objectives of this report?
The main objective is to offer a thorough understanding of the Bangladeshi leather industry within both global and domestic contexts. It aims to analyze industry growth, challenges, and export potential.
What key themes are explored in the report?
Key themes include the growth and performance of the industry; manufacturing processes and types of leather goods; export potential and market analysis; challenges and limitations, particularly environmental and health concerns; and SWOT and PESTEL analyses of the industry.
What methodologies are used in the report?
The report utilizes both PESTEL and SWOT analyses to assess the industry's external and internal factors. It also relies on data analysis to examine growth trends, export potential, and the impact of environmental and health concerns.
What are the major challenges faced by the Bangladeshi leather industry?
The industry faces significant challenges, including environmental pollution from tanneries, negative impacts on workers' health due to exposure to toxic chemicals, and limitations in addressing these issues. Political instability and economic downturns also pose challenges.
What is the export potential of the Bangladeshi leather industry?
The report analyzes the export potential of Bangladeshi leather goods, considering factors that contribute to its competitiveness in the global market. Specific details on export figures and market trends are presented within the report.
What types of leather goods are manufactured in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh manufactures a range of leather goods categorized as small, medium, and heavy leather goods. The report details the specific types and their manufacturing processes.
What is the role of livestock in the Bangladeshi leather industry?
Livestock plays a crucial role in supplying the raw materials needed for the leather industry in Bangladesh.
How does the report address environmental concerns?
The report extensively discusses the environmental pollution caused by tanneries and its detrimental effects on workers' health. It analyzes the toxic effects and resulting health problems for tannery workers and examines the industry's limitations in addressing these environmental issues.
What is the significance of the industry's relocation from Hazaribagh to Savar?
The relocation from Hazaribagh to Savar was undertaken to address environmental concerns and improve working conditions within the leather industry.
What are the key words associated with this report?
Key words include: Leather industry, Bangladesh, export, manufacturing, tanneries, leather goods, SWOT analysis, PESTEL analysis, environmental pollution, worker health, economic growth, export potential, global market.
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- Fajlea Rabby (Author), 2017, Leather industry and its future in Bangladesh, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/416080
