A high-level delegation of the Military Engineer Services (MES) visited the headquarters of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC at Chandra, Gazipur, and expressed admiration for the company’s vast manufacturing scale, advanced technologies, research and development activities, product diversity and international-standard production capabilities.
The delegation was led by Major General Hasan Uz Zaman, Engineer-in-Chief of the Military Engineer Services. Other members of the delegation included Brigadier General Abul Hasnat Mohammad Sayem, Director, Works, along with senior officials of MES.
During the recent visit, the MES delegation was welcomed by S. M. Mahbubul Alam, Managing Director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, along with other senior officials of the company.
Members of the delegation visited Walton’s display centre, various production plants, and research and innovation activities.
They observed the manufacturing processes and technological excellence of a wide range of electrical, electronic and hi-tech products, including lifts, air conditioners, refrigerators, solar panels, batteries, cables and compressors.
Speaking on the occasion, Major General Hasan Uz Zaman said, “We are truly impressed by Walton’s vast manufacturing scale, product diversity and technological capabilities.
In particular, the company’s research and development activities are highly commendable. We would like to see Walton further expand these capabilities and continue advancing in technological innovation.”
Emphasising the importance of prioritising locally manufactured products, he said, “Like the government, we also place importance on giving preference to products made in Bangladesh.
If the required products are available locally, we would first consider locally manufactured products. In this regard, Walton is one of the companies that naturally comes to our consideration.
Its contribution to industrialisation, employment generation, local manufacturing, technological development and the national economy truly deserves appreciation.”
Brigadier General Abul Hasnat Mohammad Sayem, Director, Works of the Military Engineer Services, said, “Walton’s extensive manufacturing capability is truly remarkable.
It is a matter of great pride that such large-scale manufacturing facilities and industrial capabilities have been developed in Bangladesh, and products manufactured here are being exported to different countries around the world.”
He added, “Walton is no longer focusing only on the domestic market; the company is designing and manufacturing products by taking into account the needs and opportunities of international markets. This is a very positive reflection of Bangladesh’s technological and manufacturing capabilities.”
Praising Walton’s environmentally sustainable approach, Brigadier General Sayem further said, “Walton’s vision for environmental sustainability is highly commendable.
The company is not only thinking about the present but is also working with future generations in mind.”
Speaking at the event, S. M. Mahbubul Alam, Managing Director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, said, “Walton places great importance on building long-term cooperation with key national institutions based on technology and manufacturing capabilities.
The visit of the Military Engineer Services delegation is highly significant for us. Their valuable observations and recommendations will inspire us to further advance local technology-product manufacturing, research and development.”
He added, “Walton’s objective is to reduce import dependency, save foreign currency, expand exports and contribute more significantly to the national economy and employment generation by manufacturing international-standard technology products in Bangladesh.
To achieve this goal, we are continuously strengthening our research, innovation and technological capabilities while ensuring the highest product quality and after-sales service.”
Tanvir Anjum, Business Coordinator to the Managing Director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC and Senior Executive Director of the company, oversees Walton’s business activities, communication and coordination with MES.
He hosted the programme and expressed sincere gratitude to the MES delegation for their visit. He also expressed hope that the existing relationship between Walton and MES would develop into broader and more effective cooperation in the future.
Among others present during the visit were Mohammad Yusuf Ali, Additional Managing Director of Walton; Md. Tanvir Rahman, Chief Business Officer of Walton AC; Ahmad Tanvir, Head of Corporate Sales; Protic Kumar Modak, Senior Executive Director; Md. Mahmudur Rahman, CBO of Walton Lift; and Tanvir Ahmad, Head of Admin, along with other officials.