Abdus Salam elected Vice-Chairman of NCC Bank

The Board of Directors of NCC Bank PLC has elected Mr Abdus Salam, Sponsor Director, as the Vice-Chairman of the bank in a meeting held recently.

Engr Abdus Salam, a distinguished electrical engineer, graduated from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in 1965. Throughout his career, Engr Salam has made significant contributions to Bangladesh's infrastructure and industrial development, establishing himself as an authority in electromechanical installations.

His pioneering efforts include the establishment of the first-ever Combined Cycle Power Plant and the initial Optical Fiber Cable installations in Bangladesh, both of which were groundbreaking achievements. Over the years, Engr Salam has worked with renowned engineers from the USA, UK, France, Russia, India, and China. His technical expertise and leadership facilitated the installation of nearly a dozen power stations across the country, with capacities ranging from 50 MW to 400 MW, contributing significantly to the country's energy sector.

Notable among his achievements are the construction of extra-heavy rail trolleys with a capacity of 350 tons and the development of three floating cranes with capacities of 200 tons, 600 tons, and 1000 tons — the latter two being the highest capacity floating cranes ever built in the country.

In addition to his professional achievements, Engr Salam is also recognised for his dedication to social causes. A philanthropist at heart, he has made significant contributions to uplift underprivileged communities. One of his most notable initiatives is the establishment of a modern six-storey educational institution in a remote village in Kishoreganj, aimed at providing quality education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. His continued support for financially challenged yet bright students underscores his commitment to social betterment.