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Uttara EPZ – Expanding Horizons in Northern Bangladesh
Established in 2001, Uttara EPZ is the first export-oriented industrial hub in northern Bangladesh, located in Nilphamari. It offers investors unique advantages with comparatively low land and factory rental costs, efficient road and air connectivity, and an easily trainable workforce. The zone has transformed a once agriculture-dependent region into a thriving industrial base.
Uttara EPZ is distinguished by the remarkable diversity of its products, ranging from wigs, optical frames, and toys to high-end garments, and fashion accessories. Spread over 214 acres with 190 plots, the zone has already attracted significant investment, generating exports worth nearly US$ 3 billion and employing over 32,000 workers. By combining cost efficiency with product diversity, Uttara EPZ continues to emerge as a highly competitive and attractive destination for global investors.
| Established | 2001 |
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| Location | Shangalshi, Nilphamari |
| Zone Area | 213.66 acres |
| Industrial Plots | 190 Nos |
| Investment | US$ 269.88 million |
| Export | US$ 2,915.67 million |
| Employment | 32,417 nos. |
| Products | Wig, Bamboo made coffin, Optical frame, Toys and Collectible Items, Fashion Bag, Paper Products and Printed Materials, High-end Garments, Bullet Proof Jacket, Suit, Lenses, Chemical, Automobile Parts, Cap, Shoes, Textile, Ready-made Garments, Garments Accessories, Yarn, Plastic & Rubber Products |
| Investing Countries | China, UK, Hong Kong and Bangladesh |