Bangladesh is one of the most populous countries in the world, and its economy is growing at a rapid pace. The country has attracted a significant amount of foreign investment in recent years, and many multinational companies have set up their operations in Bangladesh. In this blog post, we will take a look at 20 multinational companies that have a presence in Bangladesh.
List of Multinational Companies in Bangladesh
- Unilever Bangladesh
- British American Tobacco
- Chevron
- Grameenphone
- Standard Chartered Bank
- HSBC
- Citi NA
- Nestle Bangladesh
- Siemens
- ACI Ltd
- Marico Bangladesh
- Berger
- Asian Paints
- Reckitt Benckiser
- Bata
- Li & Fung
- DHL
- Robi
- Pran-RFL Group
- US Bangla Airlines
Unilever Bangladesh
Unilever is a global consumer goods company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1964. The company has a wide range of products, including food, home and personal care products, and is known for brands like Lipton, Knorr, and Dove.
Country of Origin: London, UK and the Netherlands
British American Tobacco (BAT)
British American Tobacco is a multinational tobacco company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1910. The company has a significant presence in the country and is known for brands like Benson & Hedges and John Player Gold Leaf.
Country of Origin: London, UK
Chevron
Chevron is a US-based energy company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1994. The company is involved in oil and gas exploration and production in the country.
Country of Origin: United States
Grameenphone
Grameenphone is a telecommunications company that was established in Bangladesh in 1997. The company is a joint venture between Telenor and Grameen Telecom and is the largest mobile phone operator in the country.
Country of Origin: Norway and Bangladesh
Standard Chartered Bank
Standard Chartered Bank is a British multinational banking and financial services company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1948. The bank has a significant presence in the country and offers a wide range of banking products and services.
Country of Origin: South Africa
HSBC
HSBC is a multinational banking and financial services company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1996. The bank has a significant presence in the country and offers a wide range of banking products and services.
Country of Origin: Hongkong
Citi NA
Citi NA is a US-based multinational banking and financial services company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1987. The bank has a significant presence in the country and offers a wide range of banking products and services.
Country of Origin: New York
Nestle Bangladesh PLC
Nestle is a Swiss multinational food and beverage company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1994. The company is known for brands like Nescafe, Maggi, and KitKat.
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Siemens
Siemens is a multinational conglomerate that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1956. The company is involved in a wide range of industries, including energy, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Country of Origin: Munich, Germany
Asian Paints
Asian Paints is a multinational paint company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 2002. The company is known for brands like Asian Paints and Berger.
Country of Origin: India
Reckitt Benckiser
Reckitt Benckiser is a multinational consumer goods company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1961. The company is known for brands like Dettol and Harpic.
Country of Origin: England
Bata Shoe
Bata is a multinational footwear company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1962. The company is known for its wide range of shoes and has a significant presence in the country.
Country of Origin: Moravian Town of Zlin, Austria-Hungray
Li & Fung
Li & Fung is a Hong Kong-based multinational trading company that has been operating in Bangladesh since the 1980s. The company is involved in sourcing and supply chain management services for various industries.
Country of Origin: Hongkong
DHL
DHL is a German multinational courier, parcel, and express mail service company that has been operating in Bangladesh since 1974. The company offers a wide range of logistics services and has a significant presence in the country.
Country of Origin: USA
Robi Axiata Limited
Robi is a telecommunications company that was established in Bangladesh in 1997. The company is a joint venture between Axiata Group Berhad and NTT DOCOMO and is the second-largest mobile phone operator in the country.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
PRAN-RFL Group
PRAN-RFL Group is one of the largest conglomerates in Bangladesh with diverse business interests in agro-processing, plastics, electronics, and household products. The company was founded in 1981 and has since expanded its operations to over 140 countries. PRAN-RFL Group is known for its flagship brand PRAN, which has become a household name in Bangladesh for its food and beverage products. The company is also involved in social welfare activities, such as building schools and hospitals in rural areas of Bangladesh.
Country of Origin: Bangladesh
US Bangla Airlines
US Bangla Airlines is a privately owned Bangladeshi airline that was established in 2014. The airline operates both domestic and international flights and has a significant presence in the country.
Country of Origin: USA and Bangladesh (Merge)
Conclusion
In conclusion, Bangladesh has attracted a significant amount of foreign investment in recent years, and many multinational companies have set up their operations in the country. These companies are involved in a wide range of industries, including telecommunications, banking, consumer goods, energy, and logistics. Their presence in Bangladesh has not only created job opportunities but also contributed to the country’s economic growth.
