Barmag, a supplier of man-made fiber machinery, is seeking to strengthen its engagement with Bangladesh's textile industry, where manufacturers are weighing energy uncertainty, cost pressure and investment constraints, according to André Wissenberg, Vice President and Head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at Barmag GmbH & Co. KG.
In a recent interview, Wissenberg described the global textile machinery industry as undergoing a significant transformation, with manufacturers worldwide facing pressure from energy costs, sustainability requirements, labor shortages and the need to remain competitive in dynamic markets. He said continued demand for high-quality man-made fibers is creating opportunities in advanced polyester and polyamide production, recycled materials, technical textiles and increasingly automated manufacturing.
Energy efficiency as a response
Asked how Barmag's technology could help mitigate Bangladesh's energy challenges, Wissenberg pointed to machines designed to lower specific energy consumption and waste. The eFK EvoSmart texturing machine combines advanced heater technology with intelligent godet control and can reduce specific energy consumption by up to 25%, depending on configuration and operating conditions. The new POY 2.0 spinning concept, with a redesigned spinning beam, can cut energy consumption by up to 10%, while improvements in process control and yarn quality help reduce waste. Barmag's atmos.io platform adds production data and process transparency so manufacturers can identify inefficiencies. Wissenberg cautioned, however, that energy-efficient machinery cannot compensate for an interrupted gas supply or an unreliable electricity grid, and can only help users get more out of the energy available.
Innovations headed for ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026
At ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026 in Shanghai, Barmag plans to demonstrate technologies spanning filament spinning, texturing, staple fibers, nonwovens and digital production. A highlight is POY 2.0, built around the new WINGS POY 2.0 winder with a fully automatic string-up function intended to reduce operator intervention, shorten start-up times and minimize waste; the concept also includes a redesigned spinning beam and the EvoQuench 2.0 system. The eFK EvoSmart texturing machine, with EvoHeater technology and Smart Godets, is presented as energy-efficient while supporting consistent yarn quality and lower maintenance requirements. Barmag will also show WINGS FDY FLEX, a flexible winding concept for a broad range of yarn types and rapid product changes, including the processing of recycled polyester, alongside atmos.io. Its Neumag portfolio includes EvoSteam for staple fiber production, FiberGuard BCF for intelligent monitoring and process control in BCF yarn production, and hycuTEC for nonwoven applications. The company invites visitors to booth D45 in Hall 6.1 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, from November 20 to 24, 2026.
Plans for the Bangladesh market
Wissenberg said Bangladesh is an important textile manufacturing country with a strong export-oriented industry and an established position in global textile and apparel supply chains, and that Barmag sees opportunities for advanced man-made fiber technologies as manufacturers pursue better quality, efficiency and competitiveness. The company's focus covers the value chain from continuous polycondensation, spinning and texturing through to final bobbin handling, including polyester and polyamide filament yarns and relevant staple fiber and technical textile applications. Looking ahead, Barmag aims to strengthen its engagement through closer customer relationships, technical consultation and cooperation with local partners, with the objective of building long-term partnerships rather than simply selling machinery.