CEMS-Global USA and CEMS Bangladesh have inaugurated a major series of international trade exhibitions focusing on the construction, energy, and water sectors at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka.

The three-day expos, taking place from 13 to 15 November, bring together hundreds of local and international exhibitors, along with thousands of visitors, to explore innovation and sustainability across key industries.

The opening ceremony was presided over by Meherun N. Islam, President and Group Managing Director of CEMS-Global USA and Asia-Pacific.

Dr. Engr Mohammad Giasuddin Haider, Director General of the Housing and Building Research Institute (HBRI); M. A. Kamal Billah, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Industries; Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Deputy Managing Director (Finance) (O&M), Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (WASA); and Md. Tanvir Masud, Head of Project, Skills4SE, GIZ Bangladesh, attended as special guests.

The exhibitions, running from 10:30am to 8pm daily, feature the 30th Build Bangladesh International Expo 2025 and the 24th Real Estate Expo 2025, marking the 30-year milestone of the Build Series.

Over the past three decades, the Build Series has evolved into Bangladesh’s largest and longest-running platform for the construction industry, highlighting advanced materials, technologies, and modern housing solutions.

Highlighting the contribution of the construction sector, Meherun N. Islam said that the expos play a vital role in driving industrial growth and promoting sustainable development.

“For the past 30 years, CEMS-Global has been at the forefront of organising international trade exhibitions that bridge industries and nations. The Build, Power, and Water Series reflect Bangladesh’s remarkable industrial growth and commitment to sustainability,” she said.

Running concurrently, the 27th Power Bangladesh International Expo 2025, the 22nd Solar Bangladesh International Expo 2025, and the 7th Dhaka International Lighting Expo 2025—collectively known as the Power Series—are showcasing the latest technologies in power generation, renewable energy, and smart lighting systems.

These expos aim to advance Bangladesh’s transition to clean and sustainable energy solutions.

The 7th Water Bangladesh International Expo 2025 is also underway, focusing on innovations in water and wastewater management, purification, and smart water systems.

The exhibition aligns with national priorities such as the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 and encourages collaboration among industries, policymakers, and technology providers to strengthen sustainable water management and environmental resilience.

More than 200 companies from over 20 countries, including China, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, the UAE, and the United Kingdom, are participating across more than 500 booths and international pavilions.

The exhibitions are expected to attract over 35,000 trade and business visitors, featuring leading national brands such as Walton, ACI, Rahimafrooz, Omera, and SSG.

In collaboration with ARCHICONNECT, CEMS-Global is presenting “Architecture of Resilience” at Hall 4 (Noboratri) of ICCB, showcasing award-winning architectural designs from 2000 to 2025. The digital exhibition highlights innovation, sustainability, and resilience in modern architecture.

A series of five seminars will also be held during the three-day event, covering themes such as sustainable design, architecture, and energy innovation.

Among these, the first seminar titled “Symbiotic Grounds: Reframing Architecture Through Context, Craft, and Circularity” will take place on 13 November, followed by sessions on power generation and green building design in the following days.

Meanwhile, the 22nd Solar Bangladesh International Expo 2025 features GIZ Bangladesh as its official Knowledge Partner. Together with CEMS-Global, GIZ Bangladesh will host a day-long conference on 15 November titled “Innovations & Partnerships for Sustainable Energy Transition.”

The conference will feature four thematic sessions focusing on green cooling, renewable energy, green skills development, rooftop solar expansion, and corporate power purchase agreements.