Advanced Chemical Industries (ACI) Limited, one of Bangladesh’s largest and most diversified conglomerates are set to expand its business footprint. ACI property and semiconductor expansion plans, signal growing private sector confidence in emerging industries within the country. 

At a recent board meeting, ACI approved the establishment of two new subsidiaries to pursue these strategic initiatives. Namely, ACI Properties Limited and ACI Semiconductor Limited. The decision reflects the company’s long‑term vision to diversify its business. Tapping into high‑growth sectors that align with Bangladesh’s vastly evolving economic landscape. 

Under the proposed plan, ACI Properties Limited will focus on real estate development opportunities. Leveraging the company’s strong brand recognition and operational expertise to deliver quality property solutions across residential, commercial, and mixed‑use segments. With urbanisation accelerating and demand for modern infrastructure rising, the property sector presents promising potential for both domestic value creation and investor engagement. 

On the technology front, ACI Semiconductor Limited will explore opportunities in Bangladesh’s nascent semiconductor ecosystem. A sector gaining strategic importance amid global shifts in technological value chains. The government’s earlier formation of a national taskforce to develop semiconductor capacity reflects broader support for investment in technology and manufacturing infrastructure.  While full‑scale fabrication still remains capital‑intensive. Entry into the design, testing, or assembly segments could position the company early within a future growth market. 

ACI’s expansion strategy aligns with a broader shift among Bangladeshi conglomerates toward innovation‑led growth. Leveraging domestic market scale, competitive labour costs and rising demand for technology and infrastructure products. By entering these new sectors, the ACI property and semiconductor expansion project signals confidence in Bangladesh’s investment climate. And its long‑term potential outside traditional business lines. 

These new subsidiaries, subject to regulatory approvals will be majority owned by ACI. Underscoring the company’s commitment to spearheading diversified industrial participation while contributing to job creation, economic dynamism, and a more resilient investment landscape.