MES delegation praises Walton’s manufacturing capabilities

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A high-level delegation of the Military Engineer Services (MES) has praised Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC for its manufacturing capacity, technological capabilities and research activities, emphasising the importance of prioritising locally made products.

Led by Major General Hasan Uz Zaman, Engineer-in-Chief of MES, the delegation visited Walton’s headquarters in Chandra, Gazipur, where it observed the company’s manufacturing facilities, product range and research and development activities.

The delegation was welcomed by S. M. Mahbubul Alam, managing director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, and other senior officials.

During the visit, the guests toured Walton’s display centre and production plants, observing the manufacturing processes of electrical, electronic and high-tech products, including lifts, air conditioners, refrigerators, solar panels, batteries, cables and compressors.

Major General Hasan Uz Zaman praised Walton’s manufacturing scale, product diversity and technological capabilities, particularly its research and development activities. He expressed hope that the company would continue to expand its capabilities and advance technological innovation.

Emphasising the importance of locally manufactured products, he said MES, like the government, gives priority to products made in Bangladesh and would consider local alternatives first when the required products are available domestically.

He also praised Walton’s contributions to industrialisation, employment generation, local manufacturing, technological development and the national economy.

Brigadier General Abul Hasnat Mohammad Sayem, MES director of works, said Walton’s manufacturing capacity demonstrated Bangladesh’s growing industrial capabilities. He noted that products made in the country were being exported to international markets.

He added that Walton was looking beyond the domestic market by designing and manufacturing products to meet international demand. He also commended the company’s focus on environmental sustainability and consideration for future generations.

Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC Managing Director S. M. Mahbubul Alam said the company valued long-term cooperation with key national institutions based on its technological and manufacturing capabilities. He said the MES delegation’s visit and recommendations would encourage Walton to further develop local technology manufacturing, research and innovation.

He added that Walton aimed to reduce import dependence, save foreign currency, expand exports and contribute to the national economy and employment by manufacturing internationally competitive technology products in Bangladesh. The company was continuing to strengthen its research, innovation and technological capabilities while maintaining product quality and after-sales service, he said.

Tanvir Anjum, business coordinator to the managing director and senior executive director of Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, hosted the programme and coordinated the company’s engagement with MES. He thanked the delegation for its visit and expressed hope that the relationship between Walton and MES would lead to broader cooperation.

Other officials present included Walton Additional Managing Director Mohammad Yusuf, Chief Business Officer of Walton AC Md Tanvir Rahman, Head of Corporate Sales Ahmad Tanvir, Senior Executive Director Protic Kumar Modak, Chief Business Officer of Walton Lift Md Mahmudur Rahman and Head of Administration Tanvir Ahmad, along with other company officials.