Ceramic Expo Bangladesh 2025 is set to bring together one of the largest global gatherings of ceramic industry players later this week, with hundreds of brands, delegates, and buyers converging in Dhaka to explore new technologies and investment opportunities.

The fourth edition of the expo will run from 27 to 29 November at the International Convention City Bashundhara, featuring 135 companies and 300 global brands from 25 countries, including Bangladesh. More than 500 international delegates and buyers are expected to attend.

The Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BCMEA), organiser of the event, announced the details at a press conference in the capital on November 23, describing the expo as one of Asia’s most influential international ceramic trade exhibitions.

BCMEA president Moynul Islam said the event would bring together leading ceramic manufacturers, technology innovators, raw material suppliers, and buyers from across the world.

This year’s exhibition will include three technical seminars, a job fair, extensive B2B and B2C meetings, live product demonstrations, spot-order opportunities, raffle draws, giveaways, and the unveiling of new ceramic technologies and products.

He said Bangladesh’s ceramic industry has experienced exponential growth over the past decade, with more than 70 tableware, tile, and sanitaryware factories now operating in the country.

‘These are serving a domestic market valued at Tk 8,000 crore annually, and production and investment have increased by nearly 150 per cent over the last ten years,’ he said.

According to BCMEA president, Bangladesh currently exports ceramic products to more than 50 countries, earning nearly Tk 500 crore annually.

‘The total investment in the industry has exceeded Tk 18,000 crore, and the sector provides direct and indirect employment to about 5,00,000 people,’ he said.

Moynul also said that global ceramic manufacturing hubs, including China and India, have shown strong interest in investing in Bangladesh due to its competitive cost structure and expanding export presence.

Expo committee chairman Irfan Uddin said Bangladeshi ceramic products continue to gain international recognition for their quality, durability, and modern design.

‘New international markets are emerging as demand rises, and the expo will highlight next-generation ceramic technologies,’ he said, adding that automation, advanced digital printing, robotic handling, and upgraded production lines would shape the future of the industry.

Irfan said that smart tiles and sensor-integrated ceramic products—already popular globally—are expected to influence the domestic market soon, with the expo helping local manufacturers connect with these evolving technologies.

The exhibition will be open from 10:00am to 6:00pm daily with free entry, and is expected to draw buyers, suppliers, industry stakeholders, and large numbers of visitors.