National, April 14, 2023: Brandix India Apparel City Private Limited (BIAC), one of the largest dedicated apparel and textile manufacturing parks in Asia has been conferred Platinum Award at the prestigious ‘Apex India Green Leaf Award for Sustainability’ for the year 2022. BIAC was awarded for its outstanding achievements and initiatives undertaken in the field of environmental sustainability.
On behalf of BIAC, Mr. Rasika Kodithuwakku, Head of Engineering and Dr. Mohini Rani Sabhavath, Sustainability Environmental Engineer received the award from Ms. Poonam Dhillon, Indian Actress & Politician, honourable retired Major General P.K. Saighal, Defence Expert of India & TEDx Speaker & Mr. Kuldeep Singh, Apex India Foundation President.
BIAC with its strong commitment towards environmental sustainability has been contributing towards a sustainable future. BIAC is a zero-landfill apparel park and the first industry in the state to have installed a Solar Sludge Drying Process unit that avoids landfill waste. Also, the Park has been harvesting rainwater to meet 30% of the Park's annual water usage sustainably. With continuous investments in clean energy and efforts for power optimisation, the Park is aiming to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2030.
Speaking about the Company’s efforts in sustainability, Mr Neil Rosayro, Country Head - Brandix India, said, “At Brandix, sustainability practices are focused on three major pillars - AIR, WATER and EARTH. Towards this end, the 1000-acre world-class Park has adopted best and innovative sustainable methods. These sustainable methods have been embedded into our day-to-day operations and are contributing towards a sustainable future. The Apex India Green Leaf Platinum Award stands testimony to our commitment towards environmental sustainability and we continue to explore new ways to be more sustainable.”
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Brandix India Apparel City (BIAC) located in Visakhapatnam is a preferred destination for apparel and textile manufacturing industries. The 1000-acre apparel park located within the SEZ (Special Economic Zone) is a self-sustaining ecosystem and vertically integrated model bringing together world-class apparel supply chain partners to collaborate and co-create Inspired Solutions for renowned global brands. BIAC employs 22,000 people and is one of the largest women employing units in the apparel industry, with 80% of its workforce being women. The company’s commitment towards high-quality control for leading global apparel brands has further positioned BIAC as a valuable exporter for India. For more information on Brandix India Apparel City, please visit www.brandixapparelcity.com
Brandix India Apparel City is part of the Brandix Apparel Limited (BAL). Brandix is a leader in Sri Lanka’s apparel industry with a purpose to deliver Inspired Solutions through Inspired People, for over 50 years. On a journey to be the most sustainable apparel manufacturer in the region, Brandix strives to inspire real change across every point of its operations and all its stakeholders. To learn more about Brandix, please visit www.brandix.com.
Brandix India Apparel City wins Apex India Green Leaf ‘Platinum’ Award for Sustainability
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