About Us
Our mission is to Create a Greener, More sustainable Future
World Trade International GbR is holding a pioneering business platform in the United Kingdom/Germany/EU from the year 2025 onwards till date, with our first company being established called World Trade International GbR. It developed its other corporate companies, which are World Trade International GbR HOLDINGS (United Kingdom, Germany, EU & United Arab Emirates), and Hope Associates (Bangladesh) in the year 1997.
D. Lion MD Sofiqul Islam Sofique
CEO & President, World Trade International GbR
D. Lion MD Sofiqul Islam Sofique is a dynamic and visionary entrepreneur, widely known as the “Rising Tiger” in the business sector for his strong leadership, strategic thinking and operational excellence.
He began his career in Bangladesh as the Proprietor and CEO of several successful companies, including M/S MiM Trade International Co., M/S Hope Associates, and M/S Shuvo Enterprise. Since 2001, he has been involved in Import, Trading and General Supply, working across Electronics, Machinery, Cosmetics, Artificial Flowers and Food-related products. His expertise includes international marketing, new product development and creating new markets in Bangladesh and abroad.
In 2010 he moved to Germany, where he established M/S Al-Modina Trading Germany GmbH in 2014 and served as Director (Administration) until 2016.
Professional Affiliations
• Member, Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI)
• Executive Member, U.N.E.P.
• District Chairperson, Lions Club International – District 325 B1
• Executive Member, ORBOLUN
Social & Global Contributions
Mr. Sofique has been deeply engaged in social development.
He served as Secretary General of Human Action, a leading NGO working for community welfare in Bangladesh for over 15 years.
He has also collaborated with many global organisations, including:
• White House & U.S. State Department
• European Parliament & EU Together
• Clinton Foundation & Clinton Global Initiative
• American Academy in Berlin
• Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD), Berlin & USA
• World Youth Assembly, Malaysia
With experience across 39 countries, he is recognised internationally for his contributions to business, social service and global cooperation.
Mr. Sofiqul Islam Sofique believes that hard work, honesty and dedication lead to lasting success and positive change.
Fardush Ahmed
Managing Director, World Trade International GbR, Germany
Email: afardu@aol.com
Phone: +44 07720 857846 | +44 020 8983 1615
Fardush Ahmed is an accomplished Bangladeshi-British entrepreneur with over three decades of proven experience in international trade, hospitality management, and business development. His career began in the United Kingdom in 1998, where he successfully established and managed businesses in the food, service, and trading sectors. Over the years, he expanded his operations into Germany and strengthened commercial connections with Bangladesh.
As the Managing Director of World Trade International GbR, Mr. Ahmed leads the company’s global trading and hospitality initiatives. His leadership focuses on operational excellence, strategic partnership building, and delivering high-quality services across multiple markets. He also plays a key role in the hospitality sector through his association with Atis (UK) Private Limited, operators of The Park Inn Residential Hotel in Dover, United Kingdom.
Known for his integrity, reliability, and customer-centric approach, Mr. Ahmed is dedicated to creating sustainable business growth and expanding international market opportunities. His strong network, multicultural understanding, and hands-on experience make him a trusted leader in the global business community.
Mustak Khan
Director, World Trade International GbR, Germany