BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General Mohammad Moazzem Hossain inaugurates two modern weighbridges at Dhaka EPZ. Photo : BSS

DHAKA, Sept 7, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority(BEPZA) is installing weighbridges at its zones to ensure transparency,accountability and efficiency in the import and export activities ofenterprises.

As part of this initiative, BEPZA Executive Chairman Major General MohammadMoazzem Hossain, ndc, afwc, psc, G, MPhil, today inaugurated two modern weighbridges installed at the old and extension zones of Dhaka EPZ, said apress release here today.

The two weighbridges, installed at the main gates of the old and extensionzones of Dhaka EPZ, will enable accurate measurement and digital recording of the weight of goods transported by containers, covered vans, and othervehicles entering and exiting the zones.

This will further strengthen the effective monitoring of goods transportationand commercial activities.

The installation of weighbridges will enhance transparency and accountabilityin measuring goods imported and exported under bonded facilities.

At the same time, it will improve the accuracy of information on goodsentering and exiting the zones, ensure proper utilization of imported raw materials, and strengthen the monitoring of bonding activities.

The system will also contribute to maintaining discipline in commercialoperations and safeguarding revenue.

Following Dhaka EPZ, BEPZA is progressing with the installation of similarmodern weighbridges at Chattogram EPZ, Adamjee EPZ, Cumilla EPZ, and Karnaphuli EPZ. Weighbridges will be installed gradually across all BEPZA-runzones.

Executive Director of Dhaka EPZ Mohammad Abdul Jabbar, Executive Director(Security), BEPZA Lieutenant Colonel Md. Mohseen Hasan, Assistant Commissioner of Customs, Dhaka EPZ and representatives of the enterprises ofthe EPZ were present at the event.