MES praises Walton’s technological manufacturing strength, emphasises priority for domestic products
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.
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.”
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.”
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 MES delegation is highly significant for us.
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.
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.
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.
