Singer Bangladesh signs MoU with Buet

Singer Bangladesh Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet) to collaborate on a range of initiatives, including research and development (R&D) projects, knowledge sharing and workshops, internship programmes, job vacancy announcements and referrals, as well as the organisation and participation in job fairs.

Prof ABM Badruzzaman, vice-chancellor of Buet, and MHM Fairoz, managing director and chief executive officer of Singer Bangladesh Limited, signed the MoU at the vice-chancellor's office on the Buet campus in Dhaka recently, according to a press release.

The MoU marks a significant milestone in fostering academia-industry collaboration and is poised to unlock new opportunities for joint innovation and R&D initiatives.

Moreover, it is expected to play a pivotal role in equipping future professionals in Bangladesh with enhanced skills and practical knowledge.

Prof A Hasib Chowdhury, pro-vice-chancellor of Buet, and Prof Mohammad Shariful Islam, director of the Research and Innovation Centre for Science and Engineering, attended the signing cerement.

Syed Zahidul Islam, director of human resources at Singer Bangladesh Limited, and Hakan Altınışık, director of factory, along with other senior officials from both institutions, were also present.