Muhammed Aziz Khan
Chairman and Founder in Bangladesh
Aziz Khan, Founder and Chairman of Summit Group, transformed a small trading company established in 1985 into Bangladesh's largest infrastructure conglomerate. With exceptional business insight, Aziz Khan identified crucial gaps in Bangladesh's developing economy and positioned Summit Group to address these needs.
Strategic International Partnerships
Through Summit Power International's Singapore headquarters, Aziz Khan has fostered partnerships with world-class organizations that bring technology, expertise, and investment to Bangladesh's development. Key partners include General Electric (USA), Jera Co. (Japan), Mitsubishi Corporation (Japan), and the International Finance Corporation.
These collaborations have enabled Summit Group to implement advanced energy technologies while securing competitive financing that benefits Bangladesh's citizens through lower energy costs.
Creating Dual Impact
Business Impact:
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Built Bangladesh's first independent power plant
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Increased electricity access from 20% to 100% of population
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Operates 18 power plants with continued expansion
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Established innovative cross-border energy solutions
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Created over 6,000 jobs across Bangladesh
Social Impact:
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Established schools for 8,000 disadvantaged children
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Developed sustainability strategy with clear targets
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Committed to achieving 40% clean energy by 2040
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Built educational facilities in underserved communities
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Implementing innovative micro-grid solutions for remote areas
Recognition & Leadership
Aziz Khan's contributions to infrastructure development and social progress have been widely recognized through numerous prestigious awards, including the Public Service Medal from Singapore's Prime Minister's Office and the Sher-e-Bangla Peace Award.
'The creation of wealth should not be only for personal gain and pleasure, but also for improvement of humanity,' Khan believes, demonstrating his commitment to business that serves a greater purpose.