Leading with Impact, Shaping What’s Next

The initiative comes at a time when Bangladesh’s exporters are navigating a changing global trading landscape, marked by shifting market dynamics, increasing competition and growing expectations around responsible and sustainable business practices

Bangladesh’s leading exporters are set to receive international recognition for their performance, resilience, innovation and contribution to the country’s economy through the HSBC Export Excellence Awards 2026.

The HSBC Export Excellence Awards 2026 aims to recognise businesses whose performance, resilience, innovation and ambition are contributing to Bangladesh’s export growth and helping shape the country’s next chapter of economic progress.

Organised by HSBC Bangladesh in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, and the British High Commission Dhaka, the awards will honour outstanding achievements in exports, innovation, responsible business practices and sustained contributions to the national economy.

The initiative comes at a time when Bangladesh’s exporters are navigating a changing global trading landscape, marked by shifting market dynamics, increasing competition and growing expectations around responsible and sustainable business practices.

Speaking on the initiative Md Mahbub ur Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, HSBC Bangladesh remarked, "This award honours the trailblasing entersprises redefining Bangladesh's footprint in the global economy.

From high-tech innovation and digital services to sustainable manufacturing, we celebrate those championing the 'Made in Bangladesh narrative through excellence, creativity, and a commitment to long-term sustainable growth"

Talukdar Noman Anwar, Country Head of Communications, HSBC Bangladesh, also spoke at the launch conference and shared the rules and regulations of the programme.

Past Export Excellence Award winners, Ahsan Khan Chowdhury, Chairman & CEO, PRAN-RFL Group and, Enayetur Rahman, CEO & President, Ulkasemi, Asif Ashraf, Director & CEO of Urmi Group also exchanged their views on the Bangladesh Export arena and their journey of winning the awards, over a short discussion session conducted by HSBC Bangladesh CEO, Md Mahbub ur Rahman.

Saiyab Ahmed, Deputy Director of Trade & Investment, British High Commission Dhaka and Naushad Ekramullah, Partner and Managing Director, EY Bangladesh was also present.

Four categories to recognise export excellence

The 2026 awards will cover four broad categories, reflecting both Bangladesh’s traditional export strengths and its emerging sectors.

The Export Excellence – Ready-Made Garments (RMG) category is open to established RMG manufacturers with an annual export turnover of at least US$100 million.

The Export Excellence – Backward Linkage (Apparel) category will recognise companies supplying essential inputs and support to Bangladesh’s apparel value chain. Businesses with annual export turnover of US$50 million or more are eligible to apply.

The Export Excellence – Non-Traditional/Emerging (Manufacturing) category targets high-potential manufacturers operating in sectors including agro-processing, light engineering and electronics. The minimum annual export turnover requirement is US$10 million.

Meanwhile, the Export Excellence – Non-Traditional/Emerging (Services) category is designed for exporters of services, including businesses involved in information and communication technology (ICT), digital platforms and creative industries. Eligible companies must have annual export turnover of at least US$5 million.

Performance, diversification and responsible business

According to the organisers, nominations will be assessed against a defined set of judging criteria rather than export volume alone.

The assessment will consider export performance, business diversity, major achievements, contribution to the economy, responsible business practices and regulatory compliance.

This framework places emphasis not only on the scale of a company’s international business, but also on its broader contribution to the economy and the way it conducts its business.

The awards are intended to highlight businesses that have demonstrated the ability to sustain export growth, diversify their activities and create economic value while maintaining responsible business standards.

Nominations open until September 20

Eligible businesses are being encouraged to submit their nominations ahead of the deadline on September 20, 2026.

The awards initiative is expected to provide a platform for recognising companies that are expanding Bangladesh’s footprint in international markets while demonstrating resilience and innovation amid changing global trade conditions.

Businesses seeking information about the nomination process can contact HSBC Bangladesh at +880 9666 331000 or email [email protected].