A high-level taskforce will work with Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida) to formulate a roadmap for the development of a semiconductor sector, focusing on testing, assembly and scaling up capabilities. .The decision was taken at a meeting titled “Semiconductors – A New Fro
Mastercard was recognised with the “Enabler of Excellence” award by Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) at the “EBL Digital Excellence Summit 2024”..This accolade celebrates Mastercard’s outstanding contribution to enabling digital financial solutions and fostering innovation in Bangladesh’s digital pa
Crown Cement PLC has announced a 21 percent cash dividend for the year that ended on June 30, 2024..The announcement came at the cement manufacturer’s 30th annual general meeting (AGM), which was held virtually recently, the company said in a press release..Mohammed Jahangir Alam, ch
IndiGo CarGo, one of the fastest-growing air cargo services in the region, today hosted its grand customer event at a city hotel to celebrate the milestones achieved through partnerships and recognise the outstanding contributions of its top-performing agents
Lutfunnisa Saudia Khan, chairman of Bangla Phone Limited, was elected the president of the International Business Forum of Bangladesh (IBFB) yesterday..Saudia Khan is also the chairman of Commlink Info Tech Limited and Newton Engineering Limited, said a press release..Syed Mustafizur
Domex and Bhumijo have launched a CSR campaign, "Shut Down Public Toilets", directed by Tarek Mahmud Shumon, to mark World Toilet Day
Teach For Bangladesh (TFB) has announced its expansion into Rangpur from 2025, marking a significant step in its mission to transform literacy and numeracy outcomes for primary school children across the country
SM Mahbubul Alam, managing director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, has been honoured with the “MD of the Year Award” by Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) at the “Bangladesh C-Suite Awards-2024”..Alam received a crest and a certificate from Ishtiaq Mahmood, professor of the National Universit
Beximco Limited has witnessed an increase in its losses to Tk 113 crore in the July to September period of the current fiscal year of 2024-25 due to political unrest..The conglomerate saw a loss of Tk 70 crore in the same quarter of last year..Beximco Limited reported that political
Prime Exchange, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Prime Bank, recently won the “Exemplary Dedication Service Award” from Remittance Association Singapore..The company was recognised for its remarkable contributions to the remittance sector, including innovations in cross-border payment technolo
ACI Marine recently took part in the Bangladesh International Marine and Offshore Exhibition (BIMOX-2024), showcasing Japanese brand Mitsubishi Marine Engine, Total Marine Package Solution, which includes a propulsion system, navigation and communication equipment and safety items..Brig Ge
Mobile financial services (MFS) provider bKash was recognised for its significant contribution to the digital payment ecosystem as it claimed awards in two categories at the “Visa Payment Excellence Awards-2024”..The MFS provider won in the “Wallet Partnership” category for enabling the hi
Elite Hitech Industries Ltd recently launched a new model of refrigerant-based air conditioners, R290, which the AC-maker describes as “a leap forward in eco-friendly cooling technology” in Bangladesh..The R290, a hydrocarbon refrigerant, features zero ozone depletion potential and low glo
Pubali Bank Securities Limited recently opened a new digital booth at RN Tower in Sylhet’s Chowhatta..Moniruddin Ahmed, director of Pubali Bank PLC, inaugurated the booth of the investment company as the chief guest, said a press release..During the inauguration, Ahmed said: “Despite
The OPEC Fund is a development institution focused on financing essential projects in food, energy, infrastructure, and healthcare across low- and middle-income countries.
The Bangladesh International Arbitration Centre (BIAC) recently arranged a training programme on “Workplace Conflict Resolution: Strategies, Practical Tools, and the Role of BIAC Rules and ADR” on its office premises in the capital..A total of 33 participants, representing a diverse group
Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited launched “Berger Experience Zone, Bashundhara” in Dhaka to enhance customer service excellence and expand their accessibility to comprehensive painting solutions..Rupali Chowdhury, managing director of the paint and coating manufacturing company, inaugurate
Recognising the importance of Bangladesh as a market, a Visa Leadership Conclave in Dhaka reiterated Visa’s focus on expanding digitisation of the Bangladesh economy..The digital payment solutions provider recently organised the annual “Visa Leadership Conclave Bangladesh 2024” at a hotel
