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Reasons behind container congestion at Chattogram Port

Trade representatives and port users have identified customs procedures, legal disputes, and slow disposal of abandoned cargo as the primary reasons for container congestion at Chattogram Port.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 3 August 2026, 10:45 AM

Thousands of cargo containers remain stranded at Chattogram Port, causing significant concern among port users and trade representatives. Stakeholders have pointed to several systemic issues contributing to this backlog.

According to industry representatives, the delays are primarily driven by complex customs procedures, ongoing legal disputes, and the sluggish pace of disposing of abandoned cargo. These factors have collectively hindered the efficient movement of goods through the port.