A milestone Credit Transfer Arrangement (CTA) Agreement was signed today between SAE University College, Australia, and Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT), Bangladesh. The virtual signing ceremony took place from the meeting rooms of both institutions and was moderated by Abdullah Al Masud, Advisor, SMUCT, and Ms. Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, SAE University College. The agreement was formally signed by Dr. Luke McMillan, General Manager, SAE University College, and Professor Dr. Md. Shah-E-Alam, Vice-Chancellor, SMUCT. This milestone collaboration will enable SMUCT students to transfer up to 70 credits toward SAE University College’s Computer Science program. The event paved the way for institutional excellence and future collaboration. SAE University College, a globally recognized leader in creative media education, has a presence Read more...
A milestone Credit Transfer Arrangement (CTA) Agreement was signed today between SAE University College, Australia, and Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT), Bangladesh. The virtual signing ceremony took place from the meeting rooms of both institutions and was moderated by Abdullah Al Masud, Advisor, SMUCT, and Ms. Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, SAE University College. The agreement was formally signed by Dr. Luke McMillan, General Manager, SAE University College, and Professor Dr. Md. Shah-E-Alam, Vice-Chancellor, SMUCT. This milestone collaboration will enable SMUCT students to transfer up to 70 credits toward SAE University College’s Computer Science program. The event paved the way for institutional excellence and future collaboration. SAE University College, a globally recognized leader in creative media education, has a presence Read more...
Meghna Bank PLC hosted a Corporate Banking Conference titled “Driving Excellence - Corporate Banking Performance 2024 and Future Strategies” on January 23, 2025, at the Lakeshore Heights Hotel. The event saw the active participation of corporate banking units, members of the Management Committee (ManCom), and senior leadership from the bank, according to a media release. The conference, aimed at providing a comprehensive outlook on the current landscape of Corporate Banking and outlining the strategies that will drive future success, was graced by Mr Kazi Ahsan Khalil, Managing Director & CEO of Meghna Bank PLC, who delivered the keynote address as the Chief Guest and Highlight Speaker. His speech focused on the key performance drivers of corporate banking in 2024 and the evolving strategies to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction in the future. Also Read more...
Meghna Bank PLC hosted a Corporate Banking Conference titled “Driving Excellence - Corporate Banking Performance 2024 and Future Strategies” on January 23, 2025, at the Lakeshore Heights Hotel. The event saw the active participation of corporate banking units, members of the Management Committee (ManCom), and senior leadership from the bank, according to a media release. The conference, aimed at providing a comprehensive outlook on the current landscape of Corporate Banking and outlining the strategies that will drive future success, was graced by Mr Kazi Ahsan Khalil, Managing Director & CEO of Meghna Bank PLC, who delivered the keynote address as the Chief Guest and Highlight Speaker. His speech focused on the key performance drivers of corporate banking in 2024 and the evolving strategies to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction in the future. Also Read more...
Meghna Bank PLC hosted a Corporate Banking Conference titled “Driving Excellence - Corporate Banking Performance 2024 and Future Strategies” on January 23, 2025, at the Lakeshore Heights Hotel. The event saw the active participation of corporate banking units, members of the Management Committee (ManCom), and senior leadership from the bank, according to a media release. The conference, aimed at providing a comprehensive outlook on the current landscape of Corporate Banking and outlining the strategies that will drive future success, was graced by Mr Kazi Ahsan Khalil, Managing Director & CEO of Meghna Bank PLC, who delivered the keynote address as the Chief Guest and Highlight Speaker. His speech focused on the key performance drivers of corporate banking in 2024 and the evolving strategies to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction in the future. Also Read more...
The Premier Bank PLC organized the ‘Agent Banking Conference 2025’ at the bank’s head office Iqbal Centre recently inaugurated by its Managing Director & CEO Mohammad Abu Jafar as Chief Guest. Additional Managing Director Shamsuddin Chowdhury, Shahed Sekander (Managing Director, Premier Bank Securities Limited), Deputy Managing Director & CFO, Sayed Abul Hashem, FCA, FCMA and other high officials of the bank. Led by Md. Ahsan Ul Alam, SEVP & Head of Agent Banking Division, the conference reviewed the achievements of 2024 and discussed strategies to meet 2025 business goals. Mohammad Abu Jafar highlighted the contributions of the 200 agent banking outlets nationwide, particularly in bringing banking services to underserved areas and facilitating remittance collection. "Agents are vital business partners. Premier Bank has been working Read more...
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The Premier Bank PLC organized the ‘Agent Banking Conference 2025’ at the bank’s head office Iqbal Centre recently inaugurated by its Managing Director & CEO Mohammad Abu Jafar as Chief Guest. Additional Managing Director Shamsuddin Chowdhury, Shahed Sekander (Managing Director, Premier Bank Securities Limited), Deputy Managing Director & CFO, Sayed Abul Hashem, FCA, FCMA and other high officials of the bank. Led by Md. Ahsan Ul Alam, SEVP & Head of Agent Banking Division, the conference reviewed the achievements of 2024 and discussed strategies to meet 2025 business goals. Mohammad Abu Jafar highlighted the contributions of the 200 agent banking outlets nationwide, particularly in bringing banking services to underserved areas and facilitating remittance collection. "Agents are vital business partners. Premier Bank has been working Read more...
Amidst the challenges posed by a global economic downturn and domestic obstacles, Bangladesh’s RMG industry remains unwavering in its commitment to sustainable growth. Two new LEED-certified factories have been added: TM Jeans Limited & Azmeri Composite Knit Limited. This brings the total number of LEED-certified factories in Bangladesh to 235, with 94 Platinum and 127 Gold. The steady growth of LEED certifications reflects our proactive approach to sustainability and responsible manufacturing. Through continued collaboration and unwavering dedication, we are confident that the Bangladesh RMG sector will achieve even greater milestones, solidifying its reputation as a global leader in sustainable and ethical production. TM Jeans Limited Address: Holding No 41, Ward No 22, Bahadurpur, Gazipur, Bangladesh, 1703 Rating system: LEED BD+C: New Construction v4 - LEED v4 Points: Read more...
Summit Group has urged the Bangladesh Oil, Gas and Mineral Corporation (“Petrobangla”) to reconsider a notice to terminate the country’s third Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (“FSRU”) project. It said the termination was not only invalid but that any delay to the project, for which Summit has already invested approximately USD 20 million on implementation, could result in further energy insecurity in Bangladesh. Summit LNG Terminal II Co. Ltd. (“SLNG II”), a Dhaka subsidiary of Singapore-based Summit Power International Limited (“SPIL”), wrote to Petrobangla to state its objections to the notice. SPIL, the largest private sector power generation and energy infrastructure company in Bangladesh, is the parent company of Dhaka-based Summit Corporation Limited (‘SCL”), which owns SLNG II. Petrobangla and the Bangladesh Read more...
Standard Chartered Bangladesh, in collaboration with Sustainable Agriculture Foundation Bangladesh (SAF Bangladesh), has launched two Farming Smart Model Villages in Rangpur District, positively impacting over 3,500 villagers. This initiative aims to uplift underprivileged rural communities by promoting sustainable agriculture and creating opportunities for local growth and employment. Key components of the initiative include the establishment of two Centres of Excellence (CoEs), which serve as hubs for agricultural training, innovation, and community services. The program also introduced Farmers' Hubs to improve market access, incorporate modern technologies, and provide advisory services to local farmers. State-of-the-art agricultural tools, such as hybrid solar irrigation systems, combine harvesters, tractors, natural storage facilities, soilless seedlings, vermicomposting, and Read more...
On Thursday, January 16, American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) hosted the highly anticipated ECO FEST 2025, organized by the Department of Economics. At this festival, 200 students from 20 schools and colleges, along with 350 students from AIUB, actively participated in a series of stimulating competitions, including poster presentations, quiz contests, debates, and impromptu speeches. The overarching theme of the event, “Bridging Socio-economic Inequality for Sustainable Development,” sparked lively discussions and thoughtful deliberations from participants, faculty members, and guests alike. The event commenced with a grand opening ceremony graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Abdur Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor of AIUB, and Dr. Tazul Islam, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Both of them emphasized the importance of addressing socio-economic inequality Read more...
The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) is set to make history today as the first university in Bangladesh to undergo an External Quality Assessment (EQA) site visit by the Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC), to get accreditation for its Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) program. This milestone event, which will span three days from January 21 to January 23, 2025, underscores AIUB's commitment to academic excellence and quality assurance. The EQA visit is a direct result of AIUB’s trailblazing submission of the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) for its Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) program to BAC on May 21, 2024. This groundbreaking initiative highlights AIUB’s proactive approach in aligning with national accreditation standards and demonstrates its dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement in higher education. The Read more...
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