EDOTCO Bangladesh Unveils First Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Telecom Tower
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– EDOTCO Bangladesh has deployed the country’s first fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) telecom tower in Gopalganj, marking a breakthrough in sustainable telecom infrastructure.
– The FRP tower, developed with HS Engineering and Technology Ltd, offers superior strength, durability, and environmental performance, making it ideal for coastal, humid, and industrial regions.
– Its lightweight design allows for installation within five to six hours with minimal heavy machinery, reducing environmental disruption and accelerating network readiness.
– The tower provides up to 40% lower maintenance costs by eliminating the need for repainting and anti-corrosion coatings, while offering a cleaner aesthetic than traditional designs.
– Following this successful installation, EDOTCO plans to expand FRP tower deployments across Bangladesh to enhance operational efficiency and support the growing data demand.
EDOTCO Bangladesh has officially launched the nation’s first fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) telecom tower in Gopalganj, marking a significant step forward in sustainable telecommunications infrastructure. This advanced structure provides exceptional strength, longevity, and environmental advantages over conventional steel towers, setting a new benchmark for the industry.
Created through a partnership with HS Engineering and Technology Ltd, the innovative FRP tower design supports quicker deployment, lighter construction, and enhanced resilience in demanding conditions. Its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion make it perfectly suited for Bangladesh’s coastal areas, humid climate, and industrial zones, where steel towers frequently face accelerated deterioration.
Because of its lightweight nature, the tower can be transported and fully installed in just five to six hours, requiring very little heavy equipment. This approach minimizes environmental impact and speeds up network activation considerably.
Sunil Issac, Country Managing Director of EDOTCO Bangladesh, emphasized the project’s broader significance, stating, “This FRP tower represents more than just an infrastructure achievement, it embodies our dedication to building a sustainable and forward-looking telecom ecosystem. Through the use of innovative materials and eco-friendly installation techniques, we are reinforcing Bangladesh’s digital framework with infrastructure that is not only efficient and long-lasting but also environmentally conscious.”
Over its operational life, the FRP structure is expected to reduce maintenance expenses by as much as 40%, since it does not require repainting or anti-corrosion treatments. Additionally, it presents a cleaner and more contemporary appearance compared to traditional lattice or monopole tower designs.
This project underscores EDOTCO’s commitment to developing network solutions that are resilient, scalable, and sustainable, especially as data consumption across the country continues to grow rapidly. Following the successful implementation in Gopalganj, the company intends to roll out additional FRP towers in other regions of Bangladesh where the design can offer the greatest operational benefits.
(Source: MEA Tech Watch)