Aarbur was established in 1987 as a 100% export - oriented unit specialising in the manufacture of jute bags. With over 40 years in the business, today it has established itself as the premier manufacturer and exporter of jute bags from India. Last year, the firm exported 1.2 million shopping bags to the United States, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, Sweden, Denmark, among other countries. With increased production capacities, the firm has set itself an export target of 2.00 million bags this year.

The firm has a simple philosophy which guides its activities: respect for nature and mankind. This finds expression in everything the firm does: from the purchase of raw materials to the packing of the finished products. Each stage is carefully monitored to ensure that we remain �eco-friendly�.

The firm also provides twin sources of income to over 500 local families by allowing women to take basic jobs home on a contractual basis.