A memorandum of agreement (MoA) has been signed between Unique Cement Industries Limited, a subsidiary of Meghna Group of Industries (MGI), and RISE, BUET on 19th March 2025. The agreement aims to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly construction by advancing research, innovation, and the adoption of advanced technologies in the construction industry.
Following global trends, MGI has introduced Dhalai Special, an R-category cement to the Bangladeshi market for the first time. A project, titled "An Experimental Study on Rapid Hardening Cement to Compare with Normal Hardening Cement & Recommend Advantageous Applications" led by Professor Dr. Rakib Ahsan, Dept. of CE, BUET will conduct specialized research on the use and efficacy of this cement.
Both RISE, Dept. of CE, and Unique Cement Industries Limited expressed their commitment to advancing the construction sector through joint research, training, and the development of new technologies.