Barmag, the German manufacturer of man-made fiber machinery, has set out plans to deepen cooperation with Bangladesh's textile industry, pitching energy-efficient spinning and texturing technology as a way to help local producers cope with cost and energy pressures. The company's position was presented by André Wissenberg, Vice President and Head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at Barmag GmbH & Co. KG, in a conversation with Textile Focus.
Barmag describes itself as a leading supplier of man-made fiber filament spinning systems, texturing machines, BCF systems, staple fiber systems and nonwoven solutions, alongside polycondensation and extrusion systems and their key components. Its portfolio also includes automation, digital solutions and high-precision gear metering pumps for textiles and other sectors such as automotive, chemical and paint.
A changing global machinery market
Wissenberg said the global textile machinery industry is going through a significant transformation, with manufacturers worldwide under pressure from energy costs, sustainability requirements, labor shortages and the need to stay competitive in fast-moving markets. Demand for high-quality man-made fibers continues to open opportunities, he added, particularly where performance, consistency and cost efficiency matter, citing advanced polyester and polyamide production, recycled materials, technical textiles and increasingly automated manufacturing.
Rather than supplying individual machines, Barmag said it aims to help customers optimize entire production processes by combining machinery, automation, digitalization and process expertise. Wissenberg said the company's guiding principle is that innovation must deliver measurable value for its customers, and that efficient, flexible production is becoming a decisive competitive advantage in a challenging global environment.
Responding to Bangladesh's energy challenge
Addressing the energy crisis affecting Bangladesh's textile sector, Wissenberg said manufacturers need every opportunity to improve efficiency when supply is uncertain and operating costs rise. He pointed to the eFK EvoSmart texturing machine, which combines advanced heater technology and intelligent godet control and can reduce specific energy consumption by up to 25 percent, 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 percent while process-control and yarn-quality improvements help reduce waste, he said. The atmos.io platform adds production data and process transparency.
Wissenberg also set a limit on what the technology can achieve, noting that energy-efficient machinery cannot compensate for an interrupted gas supply or an unreliable electricity grid. What it can do, he said, is help manufacturers use available energy more efficiently, lower energy costs per kilogram of yarn and strengthen competitiveness when production conditions allow. For Bangladesh, investing in such technology could form part of a broader strategy to build a more resilient and competitive textile industry, he added.
Innovations headed for ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026
At ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026 in Shanghai, Barmag plans to present how it is helping shape the next generation of man-made fiber production. The company said its display will cover filament spinning, texturing, staple fibers, nonwovens and digital production solutions, with key highlights including:
- POY 2.0, a new spinning concept built around the WINGS POY 2.0 winder with a fully automatic string-up function, a redesigned spinning beam and the EvoQuench 2.0 system.
- eFK EvoSmart, an energy-efficient texturing machine using optimized process control, EvoHeater technology and Smart Godets.
- WINGS FDY FLEX, a flexible winding concept for a broad range of yarn types and rapid product changes, including the processing of recycled polyester.
- atmos.io, a platform for connected, transparent yarn production supporting process control, traceability and operational efficiency.
The Neumag portfolio will add EvoSteam for staple fiber production, FiberGuard BCF for monitoring and process control in BCF yarn production, and hycuTEC for nonwoven applications. Barmag said it will exhibit at booth D45 in Hall 6.1 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from November 20 to 24, 2026.
Building long-term partnerships
On Bangladesh, Wissenberg said the country is an important textile manufacturing nation with a strong export-oriented industry and an established place in global supply chains, and that Barmag sees opportunities for advanced man-made fiber technologies as manufacturers pursue better quality, efficiency and competitiveness. The company said it looks at the entire value chain, from continuous polycondensation, spinning and texturing to final bobbin handling, and focuses on supporting producers of polyester and polyamide filament yarns as well as staple fiber and technical textile applications.
Recognizing energy uncertainties, cost pressures and investment constraints, Barmag said it works closely with customers to match technology to their needs, including energy efficiency, productivity, automation, digital process optimization and, where appropriate, modernization of existing facilities. Looking ahead, the company said it wants to strengthen engagement with Bangladeshi textile producers through closer customer relationships, technical consultation and cooperation with local partners, with the aim of building long-term partnerships rather than simply selling machinery.