Mr. Khalilur Rahman
Chairman, KDS Group
Every entrepreneur carries an inspiring story—of second thoughts, silent struggles, and significant achievements. These stories speak of unwavering belief in one’s dreams, and an enduring dedication to creating impactful products and concepts.
We shine a light on one such visionary—a person we may have welcomed into our lives through the products and services he created, often without realizing the depth of his journey.
While we explore the story of a man whose perseverance and dreams laid the foundation of one of the largest business conglomerates in Bangladesh, now employing over 30,000 including overseas employees.
Mr. Rahman began his business journey in 1967, with limited financial resources but an unshakable belief in himself. What started as a small local venture has grown into a diversified enterprise spanning multiple industries. His deep empathy for struggling communities, which became especially prominent around 1983, inspired him to embark on a labor-intensive path—one that would create opportunities and transform lives.
This pivotal period led to the birth of KDS Garments in Chittagong, a manufacturing initiative that marked a significant milestone in his legacy. It was just the beginning of a much larger vision. Under his leadership, KDS was able to established 4 more garment manufacturing factory, Textile Mills, Trims & Packaging company, KY Steel Mills, KDS Logistics and many more
Mr. Salim Rahman
Managing Director, KDS Group, First Vice-President, BGMEA (2025–2027)
Mr. Salim Rahman is a leading Bangladeshi industrialist and the current First Vice President of BGMEA. As Managing Director of KDS Group, he has driven one of Bangladesh’s most diversified conglomerates across RMG, textiles, steel, logistics, banking, and real estate, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
Joining KDS in 1997, he expanded the group globally, pioneering green technologies, sector-led CEO structures, and major infrastructure projects like Bangladesh’s largest Dry Dock and Inland Container Depot.
He also serves as Chairman of KYCR Coil Industries and SKYS Securities, Managing Director of multiple KDS companies, and Director of KDS Textile Mills. Beyond KDS, Mr. Rahman is a Director of CMCCI, former Chairman of Al-Arafah Islamic Bank Executive Committee, and a national advocate for RMG policy reform, market expansion, and trade diversification.
A Trustee of Chittagong Independent University and a philanthropist, Mr. Rahman is committed to building a resilient, climate-conscious industrial future for Bangladesh
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Our Core Values
What we love and stand for every day
Think Innovatively
Innovation is not about solving problems, it’s about creating solutions for the problems which no one saw. Innovation is the way from “Good” to “Great”
Act with Integrity
Acting with Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. We believe in fair dealings with customers, employees and other stakeholders.
Develop People
Harnessing employee strengths, interests and passions to create greater value for the organization. Bring together the Right people with the right skills to deliver for the organization.
Work Together
Teamwork makes the “dream” work.
We give higher priority to be the best FOR the team and not ON the team.
Strive for Excellence
Excellence is only attained when we THINK more than what others think is wise, RISK more than what others think is safe, DREAM more than what others think is practical, and EXPECT more than what others think possible.