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LafargeHolcim, BUET ink deal to research on building solutions


Published : 27 Apr 2022 09:05 PM

LafargeHolcim Bangladesh Limited (LHBL) and, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) joined hands to conduct research together on building solutions with an aim to introduce customised sustainable building solutions for the country.

In this regard, a memorandum of agreement (MoA) was signed between LHBL and the Research and Innovation Centre for Science and Engineering (RISE) of BUET, which will help to reduce the cost of construction and also protect the environment, said a press release.

Prof Satya Prasad Majumder, vice Chancellor of BUET, and Rajesh Surana, chief executive officer of LHBL, signed the MoA on behalf of their respective organisations held at the auditorium of BUET Council Bhaban recently.

As one of the initial steps, both the parties will conduct R&D work on “effectiveness of rapid hardening cement compared to other cement and its positive applications in the context of Bangladesh”

“Together we can offer innovative and sustainable products and solutions to the Bangladesh market,” said Rajesh Surana.