Agro Processing Global Gateway, a dedicated exposition platform aimed at bridging the agro-processing industries of Bangladesh with European and International buyers. This platform is being organized by CEMS Global in partnership with BYETS project, which is being implemented by Swisscontact and funded by The Embassy of The Netherlands in Bangladesh.
This strategic platform will offer a unique opportunity to showcase leading agro-processing enterprises from Bangladesh, highlighting the immense potential of the country’s rapidly evolving agro-processing sector.
As a co-event of the prestigious 8th Agro Bangladesh International Expo, the Agro Processing Global Gateway serves as a key opportunity for European technology manufacturers to connect directly with Bangladeshi entrepreneurs. This will enable European manufacturers to present their advanced agro-processing technologies and explore new business opportunities in a growing market.
The event is designed to facilitate valuable B2B networking, fostering direct engagement between European manufacturers and local stakeholders. It provides a platform to showcase cutting-edge European technologies in a market that is increasingly adopting modern agro-processing solutions.
With strong government support and significant foreign investment incentives, Bangladesh presents an attractive business environment for international collaboration. The Agro Processing Global Gateway is set to unlock new opportunities for European technology providers, strengthening partnerships and driving growth within South Asia’s agro-processing industry.
7 Reasons Why European Technology Manufacturers Should Participate in the Agro Processing Global Gateway at the 8th Agro Bangladesh International Expo:
Access to a Growing Agro-Processing Market:
Bangladesh’s agriculture sector contributes around $50 billion to GDP and is a major source of employment. This sector ensures food security and supplies raw materials to multiple industries, making it an attractive market for advanced agro-processing technologies.
Strategic B2B Networking with Key Industry Players:
The expo will feature over 250+ exhibiting companies from 12+ countries and attract 11,700+ business visitors, offering European manufacturers a prime opportunity to connect with Bangladeshi entrepreneurs and expand their market presence.
Showcasing Advanced European Technology to an Evolving Industry:
Bangladesh has rapidly adopted agricultural technologies such as reapers, axial flow pumps, and seed fertilizer drills. These innovations have significantly benefitted thousands of farmers across the country, demonstrating a strong demand for further modernization.
Government Support & Investment Incentives:
Bangladesh’s government actively supports 16.5 million farmers by providing subsidies to keep agricultural expenses low. Additionally, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Agriculture & Fishing sector was $284.66 million in 2019, showing significant investment opportunities for European technology providers.
Expanding Agribusiness Sector with Strong Market Potential:
Bangladesh’s agribusiness sector produces 70 million metric tons of output, including rice, potatoes, and sugar crops. The country’s robust and affordable labor force, along with a growing domestic market and tax exemptions, makes it a favorable location for investment.
Direct Engagement with Decision-Makers and Buyers:
At the expo, 35% of visitors seek to establish contacts with suppliers, and 33% are final decision-makers, ensuring direct engagement with key stakeholders in the agro-processing industry.
Gateway to South Asia’s Agro-Processing Industry:
With a rapidly developing agricultural sector, 480+ booths and pavilions at the expo will provide European manufacturers the perfect platform to showcase their technologies and establish strategic alliances in Bangladesh and beyond.