TIB 1922 - Textiel Inrichting Bandoeng

This is an early milestone in the growth and development of the textile world in Indonesia, marked by the establishment of Textiel Inrichting Bandoeng (TIB) in Bandung on April 1, 1922 by the Dutch East Indies Government.

Textiel Inrichting Bandoeng was established to foster the textile industry and prepare experts in the textile field as well as develop weaving techniques and equipment. Human resources are prepared with various training provisions. Supported by the Regent of Bandung, RAA Wiranatakoesoema V. Textiel Inrichting Bandoeng was able to capture the interest of residents around Bandung.

The choice of Bandung to be the place where Textiel Inrichting Bandoeng was established and developed was not without reason. This city, has proven to have a very strong and deep-rooted textile tradition. In Paris van Java, Indonesian textile education began to give hope to develop and progress.