On Saturday, November 9, 2024, Savor International Limited successfully hosted a panel discussion titled “Sailing Through Storms: Confronting Obstacles in Shipbuilding Growth” at Hall 2, Bashundhara Convention Center (ICCB) in Dhaka. The event, which took place at 11:00 AM, aimed to address the current challenges and opportunities within the shipbuilding industry in Bangladesh, as well as to explore strategies for advancing the sector.
The discussion brought together a diverse group of industry experts, shipbuilding professionals, and business leaders to delve into various aspects of the shipbuilding sector, including technological innovation, market competition, sustainable growth, and Bangladesh’s potential for international competitiveness. The panelists provided insights on overcoming obstacles faced by the industry while identifying key drivers of progress for the domestic shipbuilding sector.
The distinguished panelists included:
- Commodore Mohammad Maksud Alam (E), BSP, NUP, BCGM, BCGMS, ndc, psc, BN, Director General, Department of Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
- Md. Sakhawat Hossain, Director, Western Marine Shipyard Limited
- Capt. Shafiq Bhuiyan, Chairman, Group Nautika
- Dr. Tariqul Islam, PhD (Marine Technology, Newcastle, UK), Executive Director, Ananda Shipyard & Slipways Ltd.
- Mr. Shamsul Alam, Managing Director, Marine House Limited
- Commodore Wahid Hasan Kutubuddin, NDC, AFWC, PSC, BN
Throughout the session, the panelists discussed pressing issues such as the integration of new technologies in shipbuilding, improving efficiency in production, and the importance of sustainability in the industry. Emphasis was placed on increasing Bangladesh’s shipbuilding capacity to meet international standards, and on ways to overcome global market competition.
The event was well-received by the attendees, fostering engaging discussions on how the shipbuilding industry in Bangladesh can navigate its challenges and grow into a more competitive force on the world stage.
Savor International Limited expressed its commitment to continuing such discussions, believing that collaboration among industry leaders and policymakers is crucial for the sustained growth of Bangladesh’s shipbuilding sector.
