Digital infrastructure company EDOTCO Bangladesh has deployed the country鈥檚 first next-generation fibre-reinforced polymer or FRP tower in Gopalganj, said a press release.
Designed to be lighter, more durable and more sustainable than conventional steel, the FRP structure enables faster rollout and improved long-term performance across diverse operating conditions.
Deployed in collaboration with HS Engineering and Technology Limited, the tower combines high strength and corrosion resistance with streamlined installation.
Owing to its substantially lower weight, transport and on-site erection can be completed in approximately five to six hours with minimal heavy machinery, reducing disruption to surrounding communities while speeding time-to-service, the release said.
Sunil Issac, country managing director of EDOTCO Bangladesh, said, 鈥楾his FRP tower is more than an infrastructure milestone 鈥� it reflects our commitment to a sustainable, future-ready telecom ecosystem. By integrating innovative materials and greener deployment methods, we鈥檙e strengthening Bangladesh鈥檚 digital backbone with infrastructure that is efficient, durable and environmentally responsible.鈥�
The tower鈥檚 composite construction resists rust, weathering and chemical exposure, preserving structural integrity in coastal, humid and industrial environments where steel typically deteriorates more rapidly.
As per the release, the FRP design reduces maintenance requirements up to 40 per cent by eliminating the need for repainting and anti-corrosion coatings, lowering lifecycle costs and environmental impact. It is clean, contemporary profile also offers a more visually harmonious alternative to traditional lattice and monopole structures.
