তিনবারের সাবেক প্রধানমন্ত্রী, গণতন্ত্র পুনরুদ্ধারের আপোষহীন নেত্রী, বিএনপির চেয়ারপারসন বেগম খালেদা জিয়ার মৃত্যুতে ওরিয়ন গ্রুপ গভীরভাবে শোকাহত (ইন্না লিল্লাহি ওয়া ইন্না ইলাইহি রাজিউন)। দেশের সংকটকালের দৃঢ়চেতা কাণ্ডারী - যিনি সাহস, আত্মমর্যাদা ও আপোষহীন নেতৃত্ব দিয়ে জাতিকে উন্নয়নের পথ দেখিয়েছেন। গণতন্ত্র পুনরুদ্ধার, দেশের উন্নয়ন এবং জাতীয় স্বার্থ রক্ষায় দেশপ্রেম, ত্যাগ ও সংগ্রামের যে দৃষ্টান্ত তিনি রেখে গেছেন, তা প্রজন্মের পর প্রজন্মকে অনুপ্রাণিত করবে। ওরিয়ন গ্রুপ গভীর শ্রদ্ধার সঙ্গে এই মহান নেত্রীর অবদান স্মরণ করছে এবং তাঁর বিদেহী আত্মার মাগফিরাত কামনা করছে। আমরা তার শোকসন্তপ্ত পরিবার- পরিজন, সহযোদ্ধা ও অসংখ্য শুভানুধ্যায়ীদের প্রতি আন্তরিক সমবেদনা জ্ঞাপন করছি। আল্লাহ তা'আলা তাঁকে জান্নাতুল ফেরদাউস নসিব করুন এবং দেশবাসীকে এই গভীর শোক সহ্য করার শক্তি দান করুন। আমিন।

May this year bring new happiness, goals, achievements, and many new inspirations to your life. ORION wishes everyone a Happy New Year 2020.

Bangladesh Textile Mills Corporation (BTMC) officially handed over the project site to Orion Quaderia Textiles Ltd., a sister concern of ORION, on December 1, 2019. The site comprises 21.5 acres of land in Tongi, Gazipur. Earlier, ORION signed a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with BTMC on July 21, 2019, with the objective of contributing to the advancement of Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garments (RMG) industry. On this occasion, Brigadier General Muhammad Kamruzzaman, Chairman of BTMC, formally handed over the land to Orion Quaderia Textiles Ltd. ORION plans to establish a state-of-the-art denim complex, along with washing facilities and extended RMG units, on the project site in Gazipur.

Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL), a government-owned development financial institution involved in private sector energy and infrastructure financing in Bangladesh, has recently signed a mandate with Energon Renewables (BD) Limited, an emerging concern of ORION, to raise a syndicated term loan facility for the establishment of a 100 MW (AC) solar park at Bora Durgapur, Mongla, Bagerhat. The solar power plant will be developed on a Build-Own-Operate (BOO) basis under a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB). The project is expected to achieve commercial operation by August 2020. IDCOL, the largest energy and infrastructure financier in the country, has already financed power projects supplying more than 2,000 MW to the national grid. The organization also plans to invest an additional USD 1 billion by 2021 to support the development of priority infrastructure projects in Bangladesh.

ORION is the proud concessionaire of the Mayor Mohammad Hanif Flyover, the largest flyover in Bangladesh, with a total length of 11.80 kilometers. The flyover connects the capital with thirty (30) districts and operates 24 hours a day without interruption. This project stands as an excellent example of a successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative in Bangladesh. On Tuesday, September 24, 2019, representatives from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) of Japan, the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh, the PPP Authority, and officials from Kajima Corporation, Japan, visited the Mayor Mohammad Hanif Flyover Project. The delegation also attended a luncheon hosted by ORION. The guests were warmly welcomed by the Vice President (Corporate Affairs), Vice President (Project), and Assistant Vice President (Toll Operations) of ORION. During the visit, the Assistant Vice President (Toll Operations) delivered a presentation highlighting the construction methodology, challenges faced during the construction phase, and the current operation and maintenance activities of the project. Following the presentation, a productive discussion took place. The delegation later visited Plaza-3 (Kutubkhali) to gain practical insight into the operational procedures of the toll system. The guests expressed their admiration for the project’s construction process and appreciated the operational and maintenance practices in place. They also acknowledged the project as a role model of a successful PPP initiative in Bangladesh.

Continuing its involvement in the Textile and Garments sector, ORION has taken another significant step by entering the denim industry. Bangladesh has emerged as a leading player in the global denim export market, capturing a significant market share and achieving double-digit growth. To contribute to this growing industry, ORION plans to establish a state-of-the-art denim complex, including washing and extended RMG units, on prepared land in Tongi, Gazipur, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative. Recently, Orion Quaderia Textiles Ltd. received a Letter of Award (LOA) from the Bangladesh Textile Mills Corporation (BTMC) for the project titled “Development of a Textile Mill at Tongi (Quaderia), Gazipur, Bangladesh through PPP.” To mark this milestone, Orion Quaderia Textiles Ltd. formally signed a PPP contract with BTMC on Sunday, July 21, 2019. The ceremony was hosted by ORION at Utshab Hall, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden Hotel. The event was graced by Mr. Golam Dastagir Gazi (Bir Protik), MP, Honorable Minister of the Ministry of Textiles & Jute, as the Chief Guest. Mr. Mirza Azam, MP, Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Textiles & Jute; Mr. Md. Abul Kalam Azad, Principal Coordinator (SDG Affairs) at the Prime Minister’s Office; and Mrs. Rina Parveen, Secretary (Interim Charge) of the Ministry of Textiles & Jute, attended as Special Guests. The agreement was signed by Mr. Salman Obaidul Karim, Managing Director of Orion Quaderia Textiles Ltd., and Brig. General Mohammad Karmuzzaman, Chairman of BTMC, on behalf of their respective organizations. During the event, Mr. Salman Obaidul Karim expressed his sincere gratitude to the Honorable Prime Minister for promoting the PPP model as a global role model for development. Construction of this landmark project will begin soon after the land is formally handed over by BTMC, with production expected to commence within two years.

On Saturday, April 27, 2019, renowned model and actress Jaya Ahsan signed an agreement with Orion Footwear Limited (OFL) as its brand ambassador. Under the agreement, Jaya Ahsan will participate in various promotional and marketing activities for Orion Footwear Limited. The agreement was signed in the presence of Mr. Salman Obaidul Karim, Managing Director of ORION; Mr. Ruhul Amin Molla, CEO of Orion Footwear Limited; Mr. Ferdous Jaman, Company Secretary; and other officials of the organization. The signing ceremony took place at Orion House, the corporate headquarters of ORION.

ORION observes Independence Day on March 26, remembering the brave souls who sacrificed their lives for the independence of the country 48 years ago. On this historic day, the ORION family pays heartfelt tribute to the martyrs whose sacrifices made our freedom possible. ORION takes pride in contributing to the nation’s development while honoring the tremendous struggle through which our independence was achieved. The organization remains committed to supporting the country’s growth and advancement, continuing its journey toward a prosperous future.

An agreement was signed between Orion Power Sonargaon Ltd., Cargill Financial Services International Inc., USA, and Janata Bank Limited regarding a financial loan to support Orion Power Sonargaon Ltd.’s 104 MW HFO-based power project being implemented at Meghnaghat, Narayanganj. The signing ceremony took place at the Corporate Office of ORION at Orion House, Dhaka, Bangladesh, on March 12, 2019. Ms. Oh Hwee Chin, Regional Manager, Transaction Management (Trade & Capital Markets) of Cargill Singapore; Mr. Enam Hoque, General Manager of Janata Bank Limited; and Mr. Salman Obaidul Karim, Managing Director of ORION, signed the agreements on behalf of their respective organizations. Mr. Mohammad Obaidul Karim, Honorable Chairman of ORION, along with senior officials from ORION, attended the event. Representatives from the participating organizations were also present, including Mr. Rajneesh Garga of Cargill Financial Services International Inc., and senior officials from Janata Bank Limited such as Mr. Md. Enamul Hoque, General Manager; Mr. Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Deputy General Manager; and Mr. Abul Bashar Md. Abdul Hannan, Deputy General Manager. Through this agreement, Cargill Financial Services International Inc. will provide a substantial loan facility to Orion Power Sonargaon Ltd. through Janata Bank Limited.

"Assertive Communication Bitesize Session," a special workshop organized in observance of International Women’s Day, was held by ORION for its female executives on Thursday, March 7, 2019. The 90-minute session was conducted complimentary by the British Council. The esteemed guest speaker, Ms. Fatima Chowdhury, Senior Trainer at the British Council, facilitated the workshop. It was an interactive session with enthusiastic participation from 20 female members of the ORION family. We cordially thank the British Council for offering such a wonderful event for our employees and look forward to organizing more sessions like this in the future.