The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) has launched the ‘HSBC Export Excellence Awards-2010’ to recognise the highest performing firms in boosting the country’s export growth.

The award was introduced last year to acknowledge the contribution of the enterprises who established Bangladesh as a powerful brand in global markets, the bank officials said during a press conference at a city hotel yesterday.

In addition to the recognition and accolades, the winners will also receive national and international exposure, they said.

HSBC is one of the leading international banks in Bangladesh facilitating nearly nine percent of the country’s total exports.

The award will be given in five categories: RMG and Textile, EPZ Enterprises, Traditional and Emerging Sector, and SMEs.

Sustainable growth, local value addition, market explorations, gender equity, and environmental preparedness of the companies — would be taken into consideration while judging for the award.

News: Daily Sun/ Bangladesh/ Mar-21-2011