Bangladesh sees the revival of Nokia phone production as Salextra takes the reins, marking a significant reintroduction of the globally renowned brand in the country. Salextra has inaugurated its mobile manufacturing unit in Tongi, Gazipur, utilizing a recently acquired plot spanning 53,715 square feet. The facility has commenced production of Nokia phones, heralding the return of this iconic brand to Bangladeshi shores.
A press release indicates that the factory currently employs a workforce of 400, with women constituting 40% of its personnel.
Expanding beyond Nokia phones, Salextra’s manufacturing unit aims to diversify its product portfolio to include a range of lifestyle gadgets such as smartwatches, TWS earbuds, headphones, feature phones, smartphones, and more.
Alain Lejeune, HMD Global’s Global Operations Manager, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I am delighted to witness Salextra’s manufacturing unit equipped with cutting-edge technology. Currently, seven models of Nokia phones are in production and being distributed to the market. This manufacturing unit stands out as one of the best in my recent experience, and HMD looks forward to introducing more innovative products and services in collaboration with Salextra.”
Ravi Kunwar, HMD Global’s APAC Head, echoed similar sentiments, praising Salextra’s utilization of state-of-the-art machinery and technology in their Bangladeshi manufacturing unit. He remarked, “It’s a source of great joy to witness the production of world-class Nokia phones in Bangladesh.”
The factory has received accolades from high-ranking officials of regulatory bodies and financial institutions, including BTRC, NBR, and UCB Bank, further validating its operational standards.
Ashraf Bin Taj, Chairman of Salextra Limited, affirmed the company’s commitment to upholding the quality standards of every Nokia phone manufactured in their facility. He expressed pride in contributing to Bangladesh’s burgeoning mobile industry and underscored Salextra’s gratitude for HMD’s trust.
Salextra, co-founded by Shakib Arafat and Riajul Islam in 2020, has rapidly expanded its operations, with over 500 employees currently onboard and continuous growth anticipated.
