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DBL Group, a ready-made garment and textile giant of Bangladesh, is stepping up on plans to establish a factory in Ethiopia that will provide around 4,000 jobs and be supported by long-time customer Hennes & Mauritz (H&M).
Fast fashion retailer H&M has committed to becoming a long-time buyer and supporting the factory with expert knowledge in sustainable textile production. The Mekele-based integrated knitting, dyeing and garment facility will be solely owned by DBL Group, with Swedish state-owned investment firm Swedfund investing US$15m through a loan for the facility.