PDS Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Busana Apparel Group, one of Indonesia’s leading apparel manufacturers, to strengthen its global manufacturing ecosystem and enhance supply chain capabilities for international fashion brands and retailers.
The collaboration comes at a time when global sourcing strategies are rapidly evolving due to changing trade agreements, shifting tariff structures, regional economic partnerships and the continued adoption of China Plus One manufacturing strategies. The partnership is designed to help brands diversify sourcing while improving supply chain resilience, production flexibility and speed-to-market.
Expanding a Global Manufacturing Platform
PDS Limited, which manages Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) exceeding USD 2.2 billion, provides end-to-end fashion supply chain solutions including product development, design-led sourcing, manufacturing, sourcing-as-a-service and brand management for several leading global fashion retailers.
Through this partnership, PDS will further expand its manufacturing capabilities by combining its global sourcing expertise with Busana Apparel Group’s large-scale production network.
Commenting on the partnership, Pallak Seth, Executive Vice Chairman of PDS Limited, said manufacturing has evolved beyond production capacity into a strategic capability that creates long-term value for customers.
He noted that the collaboration with Busana Apparel Group would significantly strengthen PDS’ manufacturing footprint while enhancing flexibility, innovation, operational speed and customer confidence across global markets.
Supporting Diversified Global Sourcing
Sanjay Jain, Group CEO of PDS Limited, said the company’s manufacturing business has grown from supporting its sourcing operations into an independent strategic business through continuous investments in manufacturing capacity, technology and operational excellence.
According to him, the partnership represents the next phase of this journey by delivering greater scalability, resilience and faster market responsiveness for international brands.
Busana Brings Global Manufacturing Expertise
Busana Apparel Group generates annual revenues exceeding USD 500 million and is recognised as one of Indonesia’s largest apparel manufacturing companies.
The company operates manufacturing facilities across Indonesia and maintains an international manufacturing presence through strategic ventures in India, Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras and Italy.
Maniwanen Marimutu, Chairman of Busana Apparel Group, said future growth in the apparel industry will depend on combining innovation, manufacturing excellence and global reach, adding that the collaboration with PDS creates a comprehensive platform capable of meeting the evolving needs of international customers.
Sunil Shewakramani, CEO of Busana Apparel Group, said brands increasingly require diversified and agile sourcing solutions, and the partnership positions both companies to deliver enhanced manufacturing scale, innovation and supply chain flexibility across multiple production locations.
Benefits for Global Brands
The strategic alliance combines the complementary strengths of both organisations to jointly pursue new business opportunities with global apparel brands and retailers.
Customers are expected to benefit from:
- Diversified manufacturing and sourcing locations
- Greater production capacity and flexibility
- Faster speed-to-market
- Improved supply chain resilience
- Enhanced risk diversification
- World-class manufacturing capabilities
- Product innovation and collaborative development
Strengthening the Global Fashion Supply Chain
As apparel sourcing continues to shift toward multi-country manufacturing models, the partnership reinforces both companies’ commitment to building a stronger, more agile and globally diversified manufacturing network capable of supporting changing customer requirements.
By combining manufacturing expertise, innovation and global market reach, PDS Limited and Busana Apparel Group aim to deliver a more resilient and future-ready supply chain for the international fashion industry.