Japanese JERA opens Dhaka office to boost energy collaboration in Bangladesh

JERA Co., Inc., Japan’s largest power generation company and a global leader in energy innovation, has officially launched its new office in Dhaka, Bangladesh—marking a strategic milestone in its expansion across Asia.

The move aims to deepen collaboration with key stakeholders in Bangladesh’s energy sector as the country pursues its Vision 2041 goal of attaining developed-nation status. A resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure is seen as critical to supporting long-term economic and social progress.

“Asia is central to JERA’s growth strategy, and we see opportunities across the region to support countries in achieving both economic growth and decarbonisation,” said Izumi Kai, Managing Executive Officer and CEO of JERA Asia.

“JERA’s Dhaka office will enable closer engagement with government agencies, industry partners, and local communities to advance reliable, secure, and sustainable energy development. This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to Bangladesh and our intent to work side-by-side with local partners to navigate the complexities of energy transition,” said Takao Onuki, CEO of JERA Bangladesh.

“JERA has been working closely with partners in Bangladesh for some time, and establishing a local office is an important step forward. It enables us to collaborate more effectively with policymakers and industry partners. We look forward to building strong partnerships with Bangladesh’s energy stakeholders to support the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy,” said the JERA Bangladesh CEO.

The company has been active in Bangladesh since 2019, when it invested in the 718-megawatt Meghnaghat combined-cycle gas turbine project—now the country’s largest gas-based independent power producer.

JERA’s ongoing efforts in the country include improving power generation efficiency, supporting decarbonization strategies, and contributing to the development of the LNG value chain.

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