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'Don't cut off your head to cure a headache': Chittagong shippers fight vessel ban - The Loadstar

Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) has got into a fight with local shippers over plans to prohibit 15 vessels from making calls at its terminal, to reduce congestion and mounting wait times. The Bangladesh Shipping Agents Association (BSAA) had been tasked with determining which 15 ships, equivalent to 13% of the 118 calling at the gateway, would be excluded – but has refused to comply. BSAA chair Syed Mohammad Arif told The Loadstar: ... The post …Read Article

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Govt land to be transferred at market price, not token price - The New Nation

Staff reporter : Government land will no longer be handed over to any organisation at nominal or token prices, Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed announced on Monday, signalling a shift toward stricter valuation policies on public assets. Speaking to reporters following a meeting of the Advisory Council Committee on Economic Affairs and Government Procurement at the Secretariat, the finance adviser emphasised the government’s commitment to ens…Read Article

Tariffs · Chittagong

Dhaka Clears Plan to Sharply Hike Tariff Structure for Chattogram Port

Bangladesh has approved a proposal for raising tariffs on both goods and vessels at the Chittagong seaport, in some cases up to 10 times or above. The proposal aims at ‘improving the quality of services and efficiency’ at the port. Port-use tariffs have not been raised since 1986. A section of port users perceives this decision ‘illogical’ as it will be tough for exporters to absorb this additional cost.Bangladesh has approved a proposal for rai…See the Story

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Customs department to hold special auction to clear backlog at Chittagong port | Trade Data News Bangladesh

To alleviate severe congestion at the country’s busiest port, the Bangladesh Customs Department has announced a special auction of abandoned imports valued at approximately Taka 100 crore, scheduled for 8th August. This marks the first large-scale sale under a new initiative aimed at expediting clearance and reducing port delays. The auction, conducted by the Custom […] The post Customs department to hold special auction to clear backlog at Chit…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Chittagong port seizes Taka 3 crore worth of undeclared fabric in fraudulent attempt | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Customs officials at Chittagong port have confiscated a container containing bed sheets and sofa fabrics valued at approximately Taka 3 crore, after uncovering an attempt to illegally release the consignment using forged documents and evading customs duties. The container, imported under the name of Savar-based exporter Eagle Textile, has remained undeclared in the customs system […] The post Chittagong port seizes Taka 3 crore worth of undeclar…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Chittagong Port container volumes up 7.6% with navy-managed dry dock support | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Container handling at Chattogram Port’s New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) has increased by an average of 7.61% per day since Chittagong Drydock Limited (CDDL), a state-owned company under the Bangladesh Navy, took over. The terminal processed 3,181 TEUs on average per day between 7th and 12th July, up from 2,956 TEUs per day between 1st […] The post Chittagong Port container volumes up 7.6% with navy-managed dry dock support appeared first on…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

PIL Launches New Direct China-Chittagong Service to Enhance Capacity and Drive Competition - Afric Info

PIL (Pacific International Lines) has officially launched a direct shipping service connecting China to Chittagong, Bangladesh, a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational efficiency amidst escalating capacity competition in the maritime industry. This new link, which is expected to significantly streamline trade between the two pivotal markets, comes at a time when shipping lines are increasingly seeking innovation and expansion, driven by …Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Container handling surges at Ctg port - The New Nation

Staff Reporter : Container handling operations at the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) of Chittagong Port have witnessed a remarkable improvement of 36.4% following the recent management takeover by Chittagong Dry Dock Limited (CDDL). According to data released by the Office of the Chief Adviser, during the first seven days under CDDL’s management (07-13 July 2025), the terminal handled an average of 3,181 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units)…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Customs Houses to operate on Friday and Saturday to clear backlog amid system disruption | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Import and export activities at the Customs House in Chittagong, along with other customs stations nationwide, will continue on Friday (11th July) and tomorrow to address ongoing delays caused by technical issues with the National Board of Revenue’s (NBR) system software. Over recent days, officials have reported significant delays in customs clearance procedures for both […] The post Customs Houses to operate on Friday and Saturday to clear bac…Chittagong · ChittagongSee the Story

Bangladesh Navy firm takes charge of Chittagong terminal

Chittagong Drydock Limited (CDDL), a naval-affiliated ship repair company, has officially taken over operations of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) at Chittagong Port. Local newspaper Prothom Alo reported that the transition took effect at 12:01 am on 6 July, following the expiration of Saif Powertech’s operating contract with the Chittagong Port Authority. This marks […] The post Bangladesh Navy firm takes charge of Chittagong terminal …Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Bangladesh’s Vegetable Exports via Sea Shipments Jump 313% in One Year

Bangladesh's vegetable exports have made a dramatic comeback, growing over 313% in the 2024-25 fiscal year. According to the Plant Quarantine Centre at Chittagong Seaport, sea shipments reached 58,766 metric tons, up from just 14,202 tons the previous year. This rebound comes after years of instability…Vietnam · VietnamSee the Story

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