The country’s leading business conglomerate, AKIJ Resource, has received two special recognitions at the ESG Excellence Awards Bangladesh 2026 in recognition of its contributions to sustainable development, innovation and responsible business practices. Two sister concerns of AKIJ Resource—AKIJ Essentials Limited and AKIJ Agro Feed Limited—received the recognitions in two separate categories, a press release said.

The award presentation ceremony was jointly organized by the United Nations Global Compact Network Bangladesh and the ESG Institute Bangladesh at a hotel in the capital on Saturday. The initiative aims to recognize tangible and measurable progress in environmental, social and governance practices.

AKIJ Essentials Limited received special recognition in the Excellence in ESG Technology & Digital Innovation category. The company received recognition for its technology-driven and locally relevant ESG solutions and the use of digital technology in sustainable management.

Meanwhile, AKIJ Agro Feed Limited received special recognition in the Excellence in external supply chain collaboration & partnerships category. The recognition was given for its contribution to building responsible and long-term partnerships with smallholder farmers, marginal producers and suppliers.

Commenting on the recognition, Md. Rahajul Amin, ESG & Sustainability Lead at AKIJ Resource, said, “This recognition is a matter of both pride and responsibility for us. Our goal is to integrate ESG more deeply into our business operations and create sustainable value through technology, innovation and inclusive partnerships. This recognition will encourage us to undertake more measurable and effective initiatives in the future.”

A.T.M. Habib Ullah, Chief Executive Officer of AKIJ Agro Feed Limited, Akterul Alam Shah, Chief Operating Officer of AKIJ Essentials Limited, Towfique Hasan, Chief Business Development Officer of AKIJ Resource, Md. Rahajul Amin, ESG & Sustainability Lead and Md. Ibtahaz Ifrit, Senior Officer, were present at the program.

The dual recognition reflects AKIJ Resource’s commitment to sustainable development, technological innovation, responsible supply chain practices and creating long-term value for its stakeholders.