With an emphasis on quality enhancement, efficiency improvement, and deeper cross-border collaboration, the Asian Ceramics Technology 50 Forum – Dhaka commenced on Saturday, drawing together leading figures from Bangladesh and China’s ceramics industries.
Held at the Eden Grand Ballroom of Hotel Amari Dhaka, the forum was jointly organised by the Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BCMEA) and Foshan Uniceramics Expo, under the theme: “Product Quality & Production Efficiency Enhancement and Investment Opportunities in Bangladesh – Win-Win Cooperation.”
The day-long event served as a platform for industry leaders, technical experts, and stakeholders to explore strategies for improving production standards, reducing costs, optimizing performance, and boosting investment in Bangladesh’s ceramics sector. Participants from both countries stressed the urgency of embracing technological innovation and forging stronger partnerships to sustain growth and remain competitive in the evolving global market.
Delivering the welcome address at the opening session, Mr. Irfan Uddin, General Secretary of BCMEA, welcomed the international delegates and highlighted the significance of events like this in strengthening industry ties between Bangladesh and China. “Together, let us explore new ideas, connect industries, and work toward a more vibrant future for ceramics in Asia,” he said.
Mr. Irfan also acknowledged the contributions of the Chinese delegation, noting, “China’s technological advancements and global leadership in ceramics have long inspired us. Their participation here today reflects a mutual commitment to knowledge-sharing, sustainable growth, and regional cooperation.”
Delivering his keynote address as chief guest, Mr. Md. Mamunur Rashid FCMA, Acting President of BCMEA and Additional Managing Director of X Ceramic Group, echoed similar sentiments.
He underscored how the presence of Chinese industry leaders underscores a strong bond between the two industries and paves the way for joint ventures, technology transfer, and knowledge exchange.
“Forums like this serve as a powerful platform for dialogue, innovation, and mutual growth,” he said, further highlighting Bangladesh’s investment opportunities and the government’s supportive policies and incentives for investors amid the country’s evolving socio-economic landscape.
The forum’s technical sessions reflected its ambitious agenda.
Technical Session 1: Product Quality & Production Efficiency Enhancement
The first technical session focused on Product Quality and Production Efficiency Enhancement and was chaired by Mr. Mohd Ziaul Hoque Zico, Director of BCMEA and Deputy Managing Director & CEO of Hua Thai Ceramics Industries Ltd.
Engr. Sadat H. Talukder, a consultant in the ceramic sector, and Mr. Luo Fei, a ceramic equipment technology expert from Foshan Uniceramics Development Co. Ltd., served as resource persons.
Mr. Saidur Rahman Khan, Director of Operations at Akij Ceramics Ltd., and Ms. Yang Shuilan, General Manager of Foshan Lang Kun Electromechanical Equipment Co. Ltd., contributed as discussants. The session concluded with an engaging floor discussion.
Technical Session 2: Cost Reduction, Efficiency Improvement & Optimization Mechanisms
The second session, which explored two key topics—(i) Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement and (ii) Optimization Mechanisms for Tile Performance—was chaired by Mr. Mahin Bin Mazher, Advisor to BCMEA and Managing Director of X Ceramic Group.
For Topic (i), Mr. Mohammad Bayazed Bashar, Chief Business Officer of DBL Ceramics Ltd., presented strategies for cost reduction and enhanced operational efficiency. For Topic (ii), Mr. Liu Zhanjie, a ceramic process and formulation technology expert from Foshan Uniceramics Development Co. Ltd., delivered technical insights on optimizing tile performance.
The session’s discussants included Mr. A.K.M. Ziaul Islam, Chief Operating Officer of Meghna Ceramic Industries Ltd., and Mr. Sun Bowen, Sales Manager of Zibo Huayan Industrial Ceramics Co. Ltd.. Like the first, this session also concluded with a floor discussion.
Technical Session 3: Investment Opportunities in Bangladesh
The final session focused on Investment Opportunities in Bangladesh under the Changed Socio-Economic Scenario. It was chaired by Dr. Md. Anwar Ullah FCMA, former Secretary to the Government of Bangladesh.
Mr. Md. Mominul Haque, Vice President of LankaBangla Investments PLC, served as the resource person for this session.
Mr. Muhammad Nazrul Islam, Managing Director and CEO of Sandhani Life Finance Ltd., Mr. Li Xinliang, President of Ceramic Town Weekly and General Manager of Foshan Uniceramics Development Co. Ltd., and Ms. Joanna Sun, General Manager (Asia Market) of Tangshan Hexiang Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd., joined as discussants.
Throughout the day, speakers from leading Bangladeshi companies such as Akij Ceramics, DBL Ceramics, Meghna Ceramic Industries, and LankaBangla Investments underscored the importance of strategic collaboration with China, especially in areas like technology integration, production management, and investment facilitation.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks from Mr. Abdul Hakim Sumon, Senior Vice President of BCMEA and Managing Director of Excellent Ceramic Industries Ltd., who expressed gratitude to all guests, speakers, and participants for their contributions. He remarked that the forum marked a significant milestone in advancing regional partnerships and securing a sustainable future for Bangladesh’s ceramics industry.
Participants wrapped up the day with a networking session over evening refreshments, celebrating the successful exchange of ideas and reaffirming commitments to long-term collaboration.
