Mongla, July 11 (V7N) – Mongla Port has successfully met and exceeded all key operational and financial targets for the fiscal year 2024–2025. The achievement was formally announced during a press conference held Thursday afternoon at the Mongla Port Authority’s conference hall.

Addressing the press, Kazi Abed Hossain, Member (Finance) of the Mongla Port Authority, reported that 830 ships arrived at the port during the fiscal year, surpassing the projected target of 800. Cargo handling reached 10.412 million metric tons, significantly exceeding the target of 8.880 million metric tons.

Container operations also performed strongly, with 21,456 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) handled, above the goal of 20,000 TEUs. Revenue collection reached Tk 34,333 million, outpacing the fiscal target of Tk 33,387 million. In addition, a total of 11,579 imported vehicles were processed through the port.

Highlighting Mongla Port’s current capacity, Mr. Hossain noted that the port is capable of handling 1,500 ships, 15 million metric tons of cargo, 100,000 TEUs, and 20,000 vehicles annually.

Despite the successful performance, several challenges remain. The most critical include enhancing navigability through capital and maintenance dredging of the 144-kilometer channel, ensuring a safe and pollution-free maritime route, and expanding the port’s infrastructure to match the growing development needs of the southwestern region.

Other strategic priorities include replacing aging auxiliary vessels, acquiring new maritime equipment, improving repair and maintenance facilities for existing ships and machinery, and building a skilled and adequately staffed workforce.

The press briefing was attended by key officials of the Mongla Port Authority, including Director (Board) Kalachand Singh, Chief Finance and Accounts Officer Md. Siddiqur Rahman, Director (Traffic) Md. Mostafa Kamal, Chief Hydrographer Commander Russell Ahmed Khan, Chief Security Officer Commander S. M. Abzalul Islam, Deputy Director (Board and Public Relations) Md. Makruzzaman, and Deputy Chief Finance and Accounts Officer Mahfuzur Rahman.

Mongla Port’s performance in FY 2024–25 reflects its growing importance in regional and international trade. Continued investment in sustainability, infrastructure, and human capital will be vital for maintaining its momentum in the years ahead.

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