PDS Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Indonesia-based Busana Apparel Group, strengthening its global manufacturing platform as apparel sourcing strategies continue to evolve.
The collaboration brings together the manufacturing capabilities of PDS Limited and Busana Apparel Group, one of Indonesia’s leading apparel manufacturers, as global brands and retailers increasingly seek diversified, agile and resilient supply chains.
The global apparel industry is undergoing a shift in sourcing patterns, driven by new trade agreements, regional economic partnerships, changing tariff structures and the continued adoption of China Plus One strategies. These developments are creating opportunities for manufacturers with multi-country capabilities and broader geographic reach.
With a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of more than USD 2.2 billion, PDS Limited provides solutions across design-led sourcing, manufacturing, sourcing-as-a-service, product development and brand management. The company works with several leading global fashion retailers and brands.
Commenting on the partnership, Pallak Seth, Executive Vice Chairman, PDS Limited said, “We have always believed that manufacturing is more than capacity – it is a strategic capability that creates lasting value for customers. This partnership with Busana Apparel Group reflects this philosophy, bringing together two complementary platforms to create a stronger global manufacturing ecosystem. This partnership not only broadens our manufacturing footprint but also strengthens our ability to support customers with greater flexibility, speed, innovation, and confidence in an increasingly dynamic global marketplace”.
Sanjay Jain, Group CEO, PDS Limited said “What began as a capability supporting our sourcing platform has evolved into a strategic business in its own right, driven by sustained investments in manufacturing capacity, technology, operational excellence, and a diversified multi-country footprint. Our partnership with Busana Apparel Group marks the next step in this journey, significantly strengthening our manufacturing platform and enhancing our ability to deliver greater resilience, flexibility, scalability, and speed-to-market for global brands and retailers.”
Busana Apparel Group generates annual revenues of more than USD 500 million and operates manufacturing facilities across Indonesia. Through strategic ventures, the company also has a presence in India, Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras and Italy.
Mr. Maniwanen Marimutu, Chairman of Busana Apparel Group said, “The future of apparel belongs to those who can seamlessly combine innovation, manufacturing excellence, and global reach. Our partnership with PDS brings together highly complementary strengths to create an end-to-end platform that is well positioned to serve the evolving needs of global brands.”
Sunil Shewakramani, CEO of Busana Apparel Group said, “As customers increasingly seek diversified, resilient, and agile supply chains, this partnership positions us to deliver greater scale, innovation, speed-to-market, and manufacturing excellence across multiple sourcing destinations. We look forward to building long-term value together and supporting our customers’ evolving global sourcing strategies.”
Under the partnership, PDS and Busana will jointly pursue opportunities with global brands and retailers looking to diversify their sourcing networks. The companies will also leverage their respective strengths in manufacturing, product innovation, design and customer engagement.
The collaboration is expected to support a diversified manufacturing and customer base, increased production scale and flexibility, faster speed-to-market through an integrated global network, stronger supply chain resilience and risk diversification, and world-class manufacturing excellence and innovation.
