Bangladesh Ordnance Factories Commission Turkish Ammunition Auto Packing System to Boost Production Efficiency

Reading Time: 2 minutes In a further step towards modernising its defence industrial base, the Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF) has taken delivery of a state-of-the-art Ammunition Auto Packing Machine from AAES, Türkiye, in 2024. The acquisition marks a key milestone in Bangladesh’s ongoing efforts to enhance ammunition manufacturing efficiency and align its production systems with international standards. The system was supplied through EuroBangla Group, a prominent Bangladeshi defence contractor representing the Turkish manufacturer locally. According to officials familiar with the programme, the fully automated unit has been integrated into BOF’s production line to streamline the packaging process for small and medium-calibre ammunition. Automation for Enhanced Efficiency The AAES Ammunition Auto Packing Machine is designed to handle large-volume production runs with minimal human intervention. It automates critical steps including sorting, sealing, labelling, and boxing — all essential to ensuring consistency and safety in ammunition packaging. This automation reduces manual handling risks