Written by Mrinal Haque
Chittagong Port closed the 2024–25 fiscal year with a new milestone, handling over 3.2 million TEUs—its highest-ever annual container volume. This performance marks a 4.02 percent rise from FY24, achieved despite multiple rounds of NBR staff protests and ongoing global uncertainties.
Key Highlights
- Container throughput surpassed 3.2 million TEUs in FY25, up from 3.1 million in FY24.
- Target reached 15 days before the end of the fiscal year, underlining operational efficiency.
- Cargo (open goods) handling jumped 6.07 percent to 130 million tonnes.
- Vessel calls increased to 4,077, from 3,971 in the previous year.
Year-on-Year Performance
| Fiscal Year | Container Throughput (million TEUs) | Cargo Handled (million tonnes) | Ships Docked |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-22 | 3.2 | — | — |
| 2022-23 | 3.0 | — | — |
| 2023-24 | 3.1 | 120 | 3,971 |
| 2024-25 | 3.2 | 130 | 4,077 |
Expert and Authority Insights
Chittagong Port Secretary Md Omar Faruk hailed the record as “a testament to the dedication of all officers, employees and stakeholders.” He noted that, in the absence of the customs strike and related disruptions, throughput could have been even higher.
Chittagong Port’s latest figures reinforce its status as Bangladesh’s pivotal maritime hub, sustaining growth in trade flows and underpinning the country’s broader economic ambitions.
