Bangladesh Paper Mills Association (BPMA)

Bangladesh Paper Mills Association (BPMA)

Bangladesh Paper Mills Association (BPMA) is the national level representative organization of private sector paper, paper products and Newsprint manufacturers of Bangladesh. The Association was established in 2002 under the Companies Act 1994 and duly registered with the Directorate of Trade Organization (DTO), Ministry of Commerce and Government of Bangladesh. It is also affiliated with the Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of commerce and Industry (FBCCI).

Since its founding BPMA has played a significant role in the development of paper industry of Bangladesh. With the number of companies increasing gradually in the recent years, various problems concerning the Paper sector cropped up requiring early solution. At this stage to promote the progress of the papermaking industry Bangladesh Paper Mills Association (BPMA) was formed with 19 Founder members. 

The paper manufacturers have been increasing their production capacity to meet the country’s demand for various types of paper. The industry has attained self-sufficiency in meeting the domestic demand for all grades of paper and paper products and also exports to many countries. It provides employment to more than 50 thousand people directly and 1.5 million people indirectly. Most of the paper mills are in existence for a long time and hence present technologies fall in a wide spectrum ranging from oldest to the most modern.

BPMA acts as the bridge between the government and the member organizations to safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of members.

Mission

To be the voice of paper and paper products manufacturers that promotes growth and prosperity of the industry.

Vision

To create a business friendly environment for the paper making industry