Written by The Banking Post
Mongla Port recorded its highest-ever container handling in the first half of the current fiscal year, signalling growing activity at the country’s second-largest seaport.
Between July and December of FY2025–26, the port handled 17,387 TEUs of containers carried by 28 container vessels. During the same period, 440 foreign commercial ships anchored at Mongla—another record—helping boost the port’s revenue.
Port operations also saw a surge in cargo and vehicle movement. A total of 6.33 million tonnes of goods were imported, while exports stood at 42,671 tonnes. In addition, 5,244 imported vehicles arrived on 15 vessels over the six months.
A senior port official said the port has been benefiting from initiatives taken to attract more ships and improve efficiency. He noted that in the previous fiscal year (FY2024–25), Mongla handled 10.41 million tonnes of cargo, up from earlier years, reflecting steady growth in throughput.
During FY2024–25, the port earned a record Tk 3.43 billion in revenue. Net profit reached Tk 621 million—more than triple the target set for the year—on the back of higher cargo handling and vessel traffic.
Officials attributed the rise in ship calls partly to dredging work on key river routes, including the Mongla–Ghasiakhali channel, which has improved navigability and allowed larger vessels to berth directly at the jetty.
Mongla Port plays a crucial role in supplying essential imports such as food grains, fertiliser, clinker, coal, fuel oil, machinery and vehicles, while supporting exports of shrimp, fish, jute goods, garments and other products. Authorities said continued infrastructure upgrades and closer coordination with shipping and logistics stakeholders are expected to further increase trade flows through the port.
