Company Profile of Bangladesh's Most Experienced Maritime Agency
Haque & Sons Ltd. has been delivering world-class crew manning and shipping services since 1972. This page gives you a clear picture of who we are, how we operate, and why international shipowners continue to trust us year after year.
Who We Are
A Company Built on Maritime Excellence
Haque & Sons Ltd. is headquartered in Chittagong, Bangladesh, the country’s principal commercial port and maritime hub. As a full-service maritime company, we provide comprehensive crew management, shipping agency, maritime training, and vessel brokerage services.
Our operations are supported by regional offices in Dhaka, Khulna, and Matarbari, while our international representative offices in Japan, Canada, and the United States ensure seamless communication and responsive support for our global principals.
We proudly serve leading shipowners and ship managers across Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Denmark, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and India, delivering trusted maritime solutions backed by more than 75 years of industry experience.
Our Management System
At Haque & Sons Ltd., our integrated management and quality system is designed to meet the expectations of leading global shipowners and international maritime standards. Every process—from crew recruitment and training to vessel support—is focused on delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.
Our commitment is built on four core principles:
- Safe vessel operations with full commitment to environmental protection.
- Highly competent crews developed through our own maritime training institutions.
- Reliable, uninterrupted operations that maximize efficiency and minimize risk.
- Transparent, client-focused service that safeguards our principals’ assets and interests.
Our People Are Our Strength
The strength of Haque & Sons Ltd. lies in the expertise of our people—both at sea and ashore. Our shore-based management team is comprised of experienced Master Mariners and Chief Engineers who bring extensive seagoing knowledge to every aspect of our operations.
Their firsthand maritime experience enables us to understand the needs of shipowners, support the challenges faced by seafarers, and deliver practical, reliable solutions that ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted vessel operations.
Our International Offices and Partnerships
Haque & Sons Ltd. established its first international office in Canada in 1994 under the name Marine Manning Consultants Ltd. In 2007, we expanded our North American presence with the opening of Marine Manning Svcs. Ltd. in New York, USA.
Today, our international representative offices in Japan, Canada, and the United States provide responsive local support and seamless communication for our principals across key maritime markets. Together with our trusted regional partners, we deliver efficient, reliable service to clients worldwide.
Our Certifications at a Glance
Haque & Sons Ltd. is committed to the highest international standards of quality, safety, and compliance. We were the first shipping agency in Bangladesh to receive ISO 9001:2015 certification from DNV and the first shipping company in the country to achieve MLC 2006 certification in January 2012, well ahead of the mandatory implementation deadline.
We are also a proud member of InterManager, as well as IMEC and ISWAN, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to global best practices, seafarer welfare, and excellence in ship and crew management.
Vessel Types Under Our Management
Our crew management team handles a diverse range of vessel types, and our seafarers are trained and certified for each.
- Container Carriers
- Chemical Tankers (Type I & II)
- Crude Oil Tankers
- Product Tankers (Handymax, Aframax, VLCC)
- Bulk Carriers (Capesize, Panamax, Handymax)
- General Cargo Vessels
- Log Carriers
- Car Carriers
- LPG Carriers
- LNG Carriers
Nationwide Presence in Bangladesh
Haque & Sons Ltd. operates through a network of offices across Chittagong, Dhaka, Khulna, and Matarbari, ensuring efficient nationwide support for our maritime operations. Our headquarters in Chittagong serves as the center for crew management, shipping agency, and port services, while our regional offices strengthen seafarer recruitment, administration, and operational coordination across Bangladesh.
This nationwide presence enables us to recruit, process, and deploy highly qualified seafarers efficiently, delivering timely and reliable support to our principals.
Why International Shipowners Choose Us
Haque & Sons Ltd. has been a trusted partner to international shipowners, delivering reliable crew management and comprehensive maritime services with professionalism, integrity, and excellence. Since the establishment of our shipping division in 1972, we have built a reputation for quality, safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Today, we proudly serve leading shipowners across Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Denmark, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and India. Backed by experienced maritime professionals, internationally recognized management systems, and our own maritime training institutions, we provide dependable solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the global shipping industry.
Whether you require crew management, shipping agency, ship broking, maritime training, or crew logistics, Haque & Sons Ltd. is your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and reliable maritime services.
Contact us today to discover how we can support your operations with world-class maritime solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Haque & Sons Ltd. is a full-service maritime company established in 1972 in Chittagong, Bangladesh. The company provides crew management, ship agency, port agency, maritime training, freight forwarding, and vessel brokerage services to international shipping clients across multiple countries.
Yes. Haque & Sons Ltd. holds ISO 9001:2015 certification issued by DNV, making us the first shipping agent in Bangladesh to receive this certification. Full details are on our Quality page at quality
The company is led by Chairman, Mr. E.H. Chowdhury, who has managed the company since 1967. The shore-based management team includes ex-Masters and Chief Engineers with decades of hands-on maritime experience.
We have representative offices in Japan, Canada, and the United States, in addition to our three offices across Bangladesh in Chittagong, Dhaka, Khulna and Payra.
We currently manage over 240 vessels of various types, deploying more than 4,500 STCW-certified seafarers across global fleets. More details are on our Crew Management page
We are a proud member of InterManager, as well as IMEC and ISWAN, reflecting our commitment to the highest international standards in ship management, ethical employment practices, and seafarer welfare.
You can contact us directly at haqsonsctg@haqsons.com or call +880-2-333316214-6. Our full contact details and inquiry form are available at contact
