Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)

The country's First G2G SEZ

Bangladesh Investmet Development Authority

OVERVIEW

The Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) in Araihajar, Narayanganj, is a collaborative initiative between the Government of Bangladesh and Japan. As part of Bangladesh’s broader effort to develop world-class economic zones, BSEZ aims to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and drive industrial growth. Developed by Sumitomo Corporation of Japan, the zone adheres to Japanese standards of industrial development, ensuring high-quality infrastructure and operational efficiency. Land allotment is currently in progress.

Strategically located, BSEZ is approximately 32 kilometers northeast of Dhaka. Its proximity to key transportation and industrial hubs makes it an ideal investment destination—just a 40-minute drive from Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and 250 kilometers from Chattogram Port. Spanning around 1,000 acres, BSEZ offers a prime opportunity for businesses looking to establish a presence in Bangladesh’s rapidly growing economy.

Sustainability Goals

Incorporated renewable energy, green zones initiative, and low-emission technologies and constructed dedicated effluent treatment and waste management facilities.

Industry Focus

Manufacturing, chemical, electronics, automobiles, textiles, and other high-value sectors and promoting export-oriented industries.

Infrastructure

Uninterrupted power, gas, water supply, waste water treatment, flood protection, internet and integrated road transport and drainage networks

Investment Proposals

Over $200 million worth of foreign investment proposals in the pipeline.

Factories

Singer-Beko from Turkey has begun production, while three additional industries are under construction. Over 30 investors are in active negotiations to invest in the zone.

Dedicated OSS Centre

BEZA provides 62 online services from OSS and has a dedicated OSS center for BSEZ for all required services related to establishing and operating businesses in economic zones.

Customs and Bonded Facilities

First EZ to have Customs inside zone in line with global supply chain standards.