Chattogram Bureau :
Export container handling at Chattogram Port decreased by 16.40 per cent in July compared to the previous month amid disruptions due to a range of factors, including unrest centring a quota reform student movement and internet shutdown, officials said.
Despite the decrease in export activities, import container handling remained relatively stable. However, the transport and handling of export goods have been significantly affected, with the situation yet to return to normal. Concerns remain among port authorities and exporters as export container backlogs continue to mount.
According to Chattogram port data, 59,845 TEUs of laden export containers and 114,455 TEUs of laden import cargo were handled in July. The port handled 69,662 TEUs of laden export cargo and 114,591 TEUs of laden import containers in the previous month. The figure represents a decline of 9,817 TEUs, or 16.40 per cent, in laden export container handling from June to July.
