Inside Bangladesh’s Expanding LPG Sector Webinar

Details

This webinar was postponed from original date of April 7 to May 12. 

As demand for cleaner cooking and industrial fuels continues to rise in Bangladesh, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has become an increasingly important component of the country’s energy mix. Over the past decade, millions of households and businesses have transitioned from traditional fuels to LPG. This rapid growth—combined with Bangladesh’s reliance on imports and ongoing infrastructure constraints—has contributed to periodic supply shortages and price volatility.

U.S. LPG suppliers and exporters have a unique opportunity right now to gain long-standing market share in this growing part of South Asia. This webinar will give you a clear understanding of Bangladesh’s evolving LPG market and the factors that will shape the future.

Key Topics:

✅ Navigating the limitations of Bangladesh’s infrastructure

✅ Financing challenges faced by local entities, often requiring guarantees or backing from international banks.

✅ Market uncertainty surrounding regional trade flows.

✅ Unique insights on market demand and industry outlook

This webinar is designed address key factors and to provide U.S. LPG suppliers and exporters with a clear understanding of Bangladesh’s evolving LPG market and the key factors shaping current supply challenges and opportunities.

Speakers:

• JD Buss, an industry expert, who will discuss market dynamics, supply chain realities, and the outlook for future LPG development in Bangladesh.
• Tanzeem Chowdhury, a Director at Omera LPG, one of Bangladesh’s largest LPG suppliers, who will offer insights into on-the -ground market conditions and operational considerations.  
• Joseph Boski, an Economic Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh, who will provide a U.S. Government perspective on commercial opportunities and bilateral engagement.
• Eric Miller, Regional Director at the Export-Import Bank of the U.S. (EXIM), the office Export Credit Agency of the United States, will discuss how U.S. exporters and foreign buyers can leverage EXIM financing to successfully complete international sales of goods and services.

Sensitive topics, such as regional trade flows and compliance with international sanctions, will be discussed in general terms to ensure clarity while maintaining discretion.

Participants will gain valuable insights into current demand trends, the drivers behind recent supply disruptions, infrastructure and financing constraints, and emerging opportunities for international suppliers to strengthen Bangladesh’s expanding LPG market.
 

Speakers (4)

Joseph BoskiU.S. Embassy In Dhaka Economic Officer

Tanzeem ChowdhuryOmera Petroleum CEO

JD BussWestlark Advisors President

Eric MillerHouston EXIM Regional Director