Akij Venture opens South Asia’s largest water production plant

Akij Venture Group has inaugurated South Asia's largest and most advanced packaged drinking water production line in Dhamrai on 7 September 2025. The mega facility, developed under its subsidiary Akij Food & Beverage Ltd, marks a new milestone in Bangladesh's industrial infrastructure.

Equipped with cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art machinery imported from Germany, the plant is expected to transform the country's packaged drinking water industry. The inauguration ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, stakeholders and members of the media.

The facility was officially inaugurated by Monowara Begum, wife of the late Sheikh Akij Uddin, founder of Akij Group. Speaking on the occasion, Sk Shamim Uddin, chairman of Akij Venture Group, said: "It is a matter of great pride for us to inaugurate the largest drinking water production facility of its kind in South Asia, right here in Bangladesh. This is not only a milestone for Akij but also a moment of honour for the entire nation, one that will lead Bangladesh toward regional leadership in the safe packaged drinking water industry."

Akij Food & Beverage Ltd said the new plant would showcase Bangladesh's industrial capabilities to the world while contributing to sustainable growth in the years ahead.