Container transport in Bangladesh recorded a significant upswing during the first nine months of FY2025–26, reflecting improving trade activity and stronger logistics performance across the country’s ports and inland networks.
Industry data indicates a notable increase in container throughput, driven by higher export volumes, particularly in the ready-made garments (RMG) sector, alongside steady import demand for raw materials and consumer goods. The growth underscores Bangladesh’s continued resilience as a key manufacturing and trading hub in South Asia.
Major gateways such as Chittagong Port played a central role in handling the surge, supported by ongoing efficiency improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and better vessel turnaround times. Inland container depots (ICDs) and multimodal transport systems also contributed to smoother cargo movement across the supply chain.
Analysts note that enhanced connectivity, policy support, and increased private sector participation have helped boost containerised trade. However, challenges such as congestion risks, capacity constraints, and global shipping uncertainties remain key concerns for sustaining long-term growth.
With container volumes continuing to trend upward, Bangladesh is expected to further strengthen its position in regional and global trade, provided infrastructure expansion and digitalisation efforts keep pace with rising demand.
