Dhaka, May 26, 2016: A three-day twin international tradeshows on building, construction
and woodworking industries titled ‘2nd Bangladesh Buildcon-2016’ and
‘JAT presents 2nd Bangladesh Wood-2016’ have started today, May 26,
2016 in Dhaka.
Deputy High Commissioner, High Commission of
India Dr. Adarsh Swaika inaugurated these two international events as the chief
guest. He said, “Bangladesh is developing in all sector as well as the real
estate sector. This is a platform for all the stakeholders where everyone can
get their advantages. Both Bangladeshi and Indian companies are getting
benefited. These sorts of events have potential business perspective and will
enhance the business relation between India and Bangladesh.”
Ar. Abu Sayeed M. Ahmed,
President of Institute of Architects Bangladesh; Rakesh Sangrai, Joint
Secretary of PHD Chamber of Commerce, India; Akhtaruzzaman, President of
Bangladesh Furniture Exporters Association; Md. Abu Yousuf, Vice Chairman of
Bangladesh Furniture Industry Owners Association; Vasantha Gunaratne, Director
Sales &Technical, South Asia of JAT Holdings Bangladesh Pvt Ltd. were
present at the inauguration ceremony as the special guests. Namit Gupta,
Director of the Futurex Trade & Events, Tipu Sultan Bhuyiyan, Director of
the ASK Trade & Exhibitions, Nanda Gopal K Director of the ASK Trade &
Exhibitions, Md. Tazul Islam, Asst General Manager of JAT Holdings Bangladesh
Pvt Ltd were also present.
Leveraging
success from its first edition, more than 100 international companies from 10
countries under one roof are displaying their innovative products, latest
technology, construction & building materials and woodworking machinery.
Ar. Abu
Sayeed M. Ahmed said, “This is a
platform for the international stakeholders to do business. Our furniture
industries are exporting a lot of furniture to other countries. To increase
this quantity more we need modern technologies to take the cost down. These
tradeshows will help all the business stakeholders immensely to achieve that.”
The
construction industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Bangladesh and woodworking
industry also get pace in the country along with its economy, which is expected
to grow at over 7% annually.
Engr.
Mohd. Shohel Rana, Vice President (Finance) of REHAB said, “There are more than 100 national and
international stalls from here who are participating in this event, so that we
can get the best and choose the best technology. Though our real estate sector
is developing but still we have several challenges. We can solve all the
challenges by working together. These events can bridge between business
stakeholders of Bangladesh and India.”
ASK
Trade & Exhibitions Pvt Ltd in collaboration with Futurex Trade Fair &
Events are organizing the 2nd edition of the tradeshows titled Bangladesh
BUILDCON 2016 and JAT Presents Bangladesh WOOD 2016, which will conclude on May
28, 2016, at the International Convention City, Bashundhara. The event is
supported by PHD Chamber of Commerce India.
Bangladesh
Buildcon 2016 is solely dedicated to the fast growing building &
construction industry, architecture, construction, building materials,
engineering, innovation, interiors and design from leading suppliers from and
Bangladesh.
The only
and exclusive international tradeshow for the woodworking and furniture sector ‘JAT
presents 2nd Bangladesh Wood 2016’ is focusing on woodworking
machinery, furniture hardware, fittings and fixtures, timber &lumber,
panels & plywood, power tools, parquetry, flooring laminates, particle
boards, wood composites, coatings etc.
Furniture
industry of Bangladesh is shifting its focuses from dependency on teak for raw
materials to processed wood. Around 60% of raw materials, including timber,
hardware, wood coating material, hardware & accessories and fabrics are
imported. Exports have jumped by 253% during the last five years. The demand
has been rising in the international markets, especially in the US and the EU.
International
leading companies from China, India, Turkey, Hong Kong, USA, Sri Lanka, Austria, Malaysia,
Italy and Bangladesh are taking part at these shows. The shows will remain open
between 11am to
7pm every day. Entry is
free for all.
For more
Info visit: www.asktradex.com/BUILDCON or www.bangladeshwood.asktradex.com
Organized by:
Futurex Trade Fair and Events Pvt. Ltd.
aims at providing an ideal business platform through Exhibitions, Seminars,
Corporate Events and Get together. Our Strength lies in understanding
industry's needs & Interest to serve it properly and multidimensional
activities to make it most viable business platform. With professional approach
and expert manpower, the offered platforms are recognized as a safe bet by the
industry professionals. Futurex Trade Fair and Events Pvt. Ltd. believe in
philosophy of making exhibition most sustainable and cost effective mode of
business activity with perfect blend of best manufacturers and potential
industry buyers from around the world.
ASK Trade & Exhibitions Pvt Ltd. is
one of the leading International B2B Tradeshow organizers in Bangladesh, with
"Bringing Business to do Business BB2B" as our motto. We are moving
rapidly towards 100 shows mark across multiple industry sectors. Through our
events, we have enabled nearly 1000 companies gain market entry, exposure, get
visibility, enhance brand value, add contacts, increase revenue thus
facilitating trade and economy though tradeshows across multiple industry
sectors in India and Bangladesh we symbolize the growth and potential of the
B2B tradeshow medium.