Blue Economy & Marine Tech

(Campaign Initiative)

This campaign focuses on unlocking Bangladesh's blue economy potential through the commercial cultivation and industrial utilization of seaweed. By connecting coastal communities, research institutions, policymakers, and private sector investors, the initiative aims to develop a sustainable marine bio-industry that can generate exports, create coastal employment, and support environmentally responsible economic growth.

Research & Documentation

Seaweed: The Untapped Economic Potential for Bangladesh (PDF)

By Farhana Parvin - Mongabay

Commercial Seaweed Farming Pictures

Concept Note (PDF)

Relevant Government Stakeholders

Ministry of Fisheries & Livestock, Ministry of Science & Technology, Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute

Industrial Growth Opportunities

Seaweed cultivation and coastal farming enterprises, Food and nutraceutical production, Cosmetics and personal care manufacturing, Bio-fertilizer and agricultural inputs, Pharmaceutical raw materials, Export-oriented marine products

Campaign Activities & Costing

Campaign Timeline: 3 Years

Activities Completed

Technical visit to Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (seaweed-based applications).
Study of organic fertilizer production from seaweed.
Meeting with Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute.

Upcoming Activities

Coastal feasibility studies (Cox's Bazar, Kuakata, etc.).
Seaweed farming pilot programs.
Training programs for coastal communities.
Development of buyer & export network.
Engagement with food, pharma, and cosmetic industries.

Campaign Journey Timeline

From research and pilot cultivation to export linkage and full-scale industrialization.

Phase 1

Research & Feasibility

Baseline studies and coastal viability mapping to identify scalable seaweed opportunities.

Months 1-8

Phase 2

Pilot Cultivation & Training

Community pilot programs and skill development for coastal farmers and local operators.

Months 9-16

Phase 3

Processing & Value Chain Development

Processing workflow setup, product quality pathways, and downstream value chain design.

Months 17-24

Phase 4

Market & Export Linkage

Buyer network development and market-linking with domestic and international channels.

Months 25-30

Phase 5

Scale-Up & Industrialization

Commercial expansion with strategic partners for long-term marine bio-industry growth.

Months 31-36

Expected Outcome

Coastal employment generation.
Export diversification for marine products.
Development of a resilient marine bio-industry.

Estimated Campaign Investment

60 Lac BDT

Includes field development, training and community engagement, market development, and operations.

Structured for phased deployment

Support This Campaign

Industries, institutions, and stakeholders are invited to support the campaign through strategic partnerships and collaborative participation. Supporting partners may have the opportunity to participate in future project investments and benefit from commercial returns generated through successful project implementation, subject to mutually agreed structure.

Campaign Timeline, Activities & Estimated Campaign Investment

Contact for partnership

Contribution Channels

Contact for Partnership

Abid Hossain Khan

+88017190751347

Communication

WhatsApp:+88017190751347

Email:abid318_khan@yahoo.com

Bank Details

Bank: Eastern Bank Ltd. (Banani Branch)

Account Name: Abid Hossain Khan

Account No: 1161260396153

Routing No: 0952600439

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