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Oceania · Chittagong

New rules may not change dirty and deadly ship recycling business

39% Right coverage: 31 sources

Mizan Hossain fell 10 meters (33-foot) from the top of a ship he was cutting up on Chittagong beach in Bangladesh—where the majority of the world's maritime giants meet their end—when the vibrations shook him from the upper deck.See the Story

Chittagong · Chittagong

Ministry opts to hand over New Mooring Container Terminal to CPA

The authorities have decided in principle to let the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) take charge of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) for six months amid opposition from major political parties to appointing a foreign operator.See the Story

Chittagong · Chittagong

Chittagong port must stay under domestic management: GOC - The New Nation

NN Online: The Ganatantrik Odhikar Committee (GOC), a coalition of left-leaning political organizations, has strongly opposed the idea of foreign involvement in the management of Chittagong Port, urging the government to operate the key maritime gateway using local resources and expertise. At a discussion titled “Why is Leasing Chittagong Port to a Foreign Company Risky?” held Saturday at the Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) auditorium in Paltan,…Read Article

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Chittagong port faces container congestion as import yard overflows | Trade Data News Bnagladesh

The container yards at Bangladesh’s primary seaport, Chittagong, have exceeded their storage capacity amid a slowdown in import deliveries. The port’s yards, designed to hold up to 53,518 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units), are currently overburdened with over 40,656 TEUs of full container load (FCL) import containers, surpassing the limit of 44,018 TEUs designated for import-laden […] The post Chittagong port faces container congestion as impo…Chittagong · ChittagongSee the Story

Ship Recycling: Rules, Deaths and Waste – MARINE & OCEANS

Chittagong (Bangladesh), 18 June 2025 (AFP) – Mizan Hossain cut a metal piece on the upper deck of a boat on the Chittagong beach when the vibrations unbalanced him, resulting in a fall of ten meters. It was in November on a demolition site that did not comply with international standards, like most sites [...]Chittagong · ChittagongSee the Story

BGMEA first vice president warns of severe impact if Chittagong port tariffs increase | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Salim Rahman, the newly elected First Vice President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), has issued a stern warning that any increase in tariffs at Chittagong Port could significantly harm the country’s export-driven industries, particularly the garment sector. In a press statement, Rahman expressed deep concern over recent media reports suggesting a […] The post BGMEA first vice president warns of severe i…Tariffs · ChittagongRead Article

Ispahani partners with DBL to introduce global fashion brands in Chittagong

The Ispahani Group has announced a strategic partnership with DBL Lifestyle, a subsidiary of DBL Group, to bring renowned international fashion brands to the port city. The collaboration was formalized through a signing ceremony held in Chattogram, with Ali Ispahani, Director of Ispahani Group, and Mohammad Quader, Deputy Managing Director of DBL Group, officiating the […] The post Ispahani partners with DBL to introduce global fashion brands in…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Bangladesh’s key port weighs 100% tariff hike amid inflation woes | Trade Data News Bangladesh

The Chittagong Port Authority is contemplating a substantial increase in cargo handling tariffs, proposing rises between 70 per cent and 100 per cent. The move comes at a time when inflation is already straining household budgets across Bangladesh and could have far-reaching implications for the nation’s economy. During a meeting at the Ministry of Shipping, […] The post Bangladesh’s key port weighs 100% tariff hike amid inflation woes appeared …Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Chittagong port breaks container handling record amidst challenges | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Chittagong port has set a new milestone in container handling, surpassing last year’s total even before the current fiscal year concludes in June, according to the Chattogram Port Authority (CPA). As of June 15, the port managed to handle 3,171,779 TEUs, exceeding the previous year’s figure of 3,168,690 TEUs by a notable 4.63 per cent […] The post Chittagong port breaks container handling record amidst challenges appeared first on Apparel Resour…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

Container handling at Chittagong Port disrupted during Eid holidays, 30 per cent export shipments delayed | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Chittagong Port has experienced significant operational disruptions during the extended Eid-ul-Adha holidays, leading to delays in container handling and export shipments. The holiday period, which began on 5th June and will continue until 14th June, has resulted in a sharp decline in port activities due to a shortage of workers and logistical challenges. According to […] The post Container handling at Chittagong Port disrupted during Eid holida…Eid · ChittagongRead Article

Chittagong Port bolsters capacity with 15 new straddle carriers amid RMG export surge | Trade Data News Bangladesh

Chittagong Port has taken a significant step to enhance its container handling capabilities by adding 15 state-of-the-art four-high straddle carriers to its fleet, at a cost of Taka 123.63 crore. The new equipment was brought in aboard the vessel J Yang from China and berthed at the port on Wednesday morning, according to Md Nasir […] The post Chittagong Port bolsters capacity with 15 new straddle carriers amid RMG export surge appeared first on…Chittagong · ChittagongRead Article

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