The journey commenced with the inauguration of Café Amazon’s flagship store in the capital’s Bashundhara Residential Area. The launch was subsequently followed by a grand public celebration held at the atrium of Bashundhara City Shopping Mall.
Industry experts view the arrival of Café Amazon not merely as the expansion of an international food and beverage brand, but as an initiative opening new frontiers for Bangladesh's modern retail sector, young entrepreneurs, and employment generation.
Under the visionary leadership of Ahmed Akbar Sobhan, Chairman of Bashundhara Group, the conglomerate has long been bringing world-class products, services, and business ventures to Bangladesh. The introduction of Café Amazon is expected to deliver a premium café experience to domestic consumers while fostering new avenues for investment, job creation, and entrepreneurship.
Café Amazon Bangladesh aims beyond establishing a few standalone outlets; it envisions developing a robust, long-term nationwide franchise network. This framework will offer promising local entrepreneurs opportunities to partner with a global brand while making international-standard café services widely accessible across the country.
The inauguration was attended by Sayem Sobhan Anvir, Chairman of Anvir Bashundhara Group, and Ahmed Ibrahim Sobhan, Managing Director of Tanvir Bashundhara Group (TBG).
The strategic partnership with PTT OR was spearheaded by Ahmed Ibrahim Sobhan, reflecting a shared commitment by both organizations to operational efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction.
Speaking at the event, Ahmed Ibrahim Sobhan stated: “We view Bangladesh not merely as a growing market, but as a country of extraordinary potential. Our partnership with PTT OR brings a world-class brand to Bangladesh to unlock new opportunities. Café Amazon marks the beginning of a broader journey that will contribute to the nation's economic and social progress through international collaboration.”
The opening event featured a vibrant array of cultural showcases, including traditional Thai dance performances, a Muay Thai martial arts demonstration, interactive customer activation sessions, and live musical performances by popular artists Habib Wahid and Zefar Rahman. Visitors also enjoyed an authentic taste of Thai hospitality alongside special appearances by Café Amazon's mascot, 'ZonZon'.
High-profile international dignitaries attended the ceremony, including His Excellency Thitiporn Chirasawadi, Ambassador of the Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka; Anusorn Kauthipbittaya, Minister Counsellor (Commercial) at the Royal Thai Embassy; and Pojana Panyiangvait, President of the Hungarian-Thai Chamber of Commerce. They were joined by government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and senior executives from Bangladesh and Thailand.
Representing PTT OR and Café Amazon International were Kraipit Premmani, Senior Executive Vice President of Lifestyle Business; Thiti Suwansak, Vice President of Café Amazon International Business and Commerce Development; and Wilai Booncharoenchai, Vice President of Café Amazon Strategy and Marketing, along with other top officials.
Key leadership figures from Bashundhara Group were also present, including Captain Sheikh Ehsan Reza (Retd.), Deputy Managing Director of Bashundhara City Developments Limited; Ziaul Hoque Sikder, Chief Marketing Officer; and Mohammad Abdullah, Head of Business Development.
Established in 2002, Café Amazon is recognized as the leading coffee chain in Thailand. Operated by PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited, the brand boasts over 4,700 outlets in Thailand and operates more than 30 international branches across eight countries worldwide, now including Bangladesh.
Inspired by its core philosophy, "Taste of Nature," Café Amazon is globally recognized for its premium coffee offerings, authentic Thai beverages, nature-themed ambiance, and customer-centric service model. As one of Asia's fastest-growing coffee chains, the brand continues to expand its global footprint while serving millions of customers daily.
