AKIJ CERAMICS BRINGING PERFECTION
Ceramic Expo Bangladesh, 2022 was a magnificent event for the Ceramic Industry with participation of all the key players in the ceramic market. It was an event for business interaction and social gathering of the ceramic industry that brought all the ceramic manufacturers, foreign raw material suppliers, importers, buyers, dealers, architects and common visitors under a single roof to enjoy a world class exhibition experience and see state-of-art ceramics. It was a 3-day-long celebration of the exhibitors and visitors to explore the ceramics world. With the tagline ‘Promise of Perfection’, Akij Ceramics Ltd. patronised the 3rd Ceramic Expo as the Principal Sponsor. The company had sponsored the event for the 3rd time in a row which was a grand event of the ceramics world in Bangladesh. The largest ceramic brand of the country showcased its tiles, tableware and sanitaryware in the event. Under the name of Akij Ceramics the company displayed its tiles under Akij Ceramics & AURA, tableware under Akij Tableware and sanitaryware products under the brand of ROSA in their pavilion at Hall 4 of Novoratri at ICCB. They showcased all the new innovation and products to attract their customers and make them aware of their product range. It was a great opportunity for the organisation to showcase all of their brands under a single platform and interact with their business partners, suppliers, dealers and fellow companies under the same industry. With the gracious presence of 23,000+ visitors the event has positively impacted on the business. In the event of Ceramic Expo, the prime goal of Akij Ceramics was to bring the new products of all the tiles, tableware and sanitaryware segments. The company is looking forward to reducing import of ceramic products by boosting economic growth and development of the industry. The iconic business leader of AkijBashir Group, Mr. Sk Bashir Uddin along with the brand managers and company representatives were present at the event. The Pavilion was the biggest of all and they had decorated it with their products to present to the target customers and created their own unique impression among the crowd. All the visitors were mesmerised with their product collection and variety and also interacted with the company people present there. Mr. Mohammed Khourshed Alam, Director Operations of AkijBashir Group, expressed enthusiasm about ceramic expo in an interview and their expectation from the overall event was to show their brand strength and collect feedback from the customers. To connect with the visitors more actively, Akij Ceramics provided special offers on spot orders in the expo, instant gift packs and also provided gifts for the social media contest winners. At the event famous celebrity actress Bidya Sinha Saha Mim graced the event with her presence on the second day of the expo. The visitors had enjoyed the meet and greet session with Bidya Sinha Saha Mim and she enjoyed her visit to the pavilion and explored products of Akij Ceramics to explore uniqueness of the brands to promote the best products of the company. In the Ceramic Expo Bangladesh, 2022 under the category of best pavilion, Akij Ceramics Ltd. was awarded with second prize on the Exhibitors Night in the Jury Board Choice Award. The award was presented based on well scale, openness, visitor friendliness, product display etc. Akij Ceramics always believes in perfection that comes with the impression of revival, renewal and diverse innovations in their product design, quality, elegance and uniqueness. It was a great experience for them to become the principal sponsor at the event and explore new business opportunities along with world class experience of displaying ceramic tiles, tableware and sanitaryware to the visitors of home and abroad. AkijBashir Group thanked BCMEA, organiser of the event for such an impressive arrangement of the event and expects to have even better event arrangement in upcoming years. Written by Preety Dey
Indian Ceramics Asia
Announces New Dates for 2026 Edition: To Be Held from January 28–30, 2026 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India Indian Ceramics Asia, India’s only B2B trade fair for the ceramics and brick industry, has announced the dates for its landmark 20th edition. The upcoming show will take place from January 28–30, 2026, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Organised by Messe Muenchen India and Unifair Exhibition Services, the 2026 edition is strategically scheduled earlier in the year to better align with the industry’s annual planning and investment cycles. The new dates are expected to deliver enhanced value for exhibitors and visitors alike—unlocking fresh business opportunities, accelerating decision-making, and setting the tone for innovation-led growth across the industry. The announcement follows the successful completion of the 19th edition, held from March 5–7, 2025, at the same venue. This edition attracted over 250 brands and more than 8,000 trade professionals from 32 countries, marking a vibrant convergence of ideas, technology, and global best practices. The 2025 edition stood out for its focus on energy innovation, logistics optimization, and global competitiveness. Exhibitors like SACMI, KEDA, Sibelco, Systems Ceramics, and Modena showcased advanced machinery and raw materials aimed at making ceramic manufacturing more cost-effective and sustainable. The Live Demo Zone and Ceramics Career Connect initiatives offered real-time learning and talent engagement, further enriching the visitor experience. International pavilions from Italy and Germany brought in automation-centric solutions and sustainable practices, strengthening cross-border collaboration. As the industry continues to navigate challenges around energy, supply chains, and global demand, Indian Ceramics Asia remains the sector’s most trusted platform for innovation, networking, and growth. Join us from January 28–30, 2026, in Gandhinagar—and be part of the ceramics industry’s defining event in South Asia. For more details, visit www.indian-ceramics.com
Innovation unleashed at the Ceramic Expo Bangladesh-2022
The first few teasers of the Ceramic Expo Bangladesh-2022 ushered in the forthcoming of one of the biggest and highly anticipated ceramic events in the country. The event took place in ICCB, Dhaka, from 24-26 November, 2022, and was buzzing with visitors all three days. The Ceramic Expo housed 120 exhibitors, 300 brands from 20 countries, and 500 delegates, along with a whopping 23,000 visitors. It brought under one roofexporters, manufacturers and suppliers of ceramic and related products. During the event, visitors came from all over, dispersed excitement across the venue, and filled it with murmurs of conversations. As excitement spread, we saw visitors and exhibitors interact, and the event turn into a big success.
