Core Values: The Principles of Our Practice
At Haque & Sons Ltd., our core values are not merely professional guidelines—they are the operational pillars that govern every decision, every vessel we manage, and every client relationship we nurture. Built on a foundation of integrity and expertise, these principles have defined our conduct since 1948.
Safety Culture: An Uncompromising Priority
Safety is the cornerstone of our corporate culture. We believe in proactive risk mitigation, ensuring that every seafarer deployed is fully vetted through comprehensive medical evaluations, rigorous STCW certification verification, and in-depth personal interviews conducted by our senior Master Mariners and Chief Engineers. Through our proprietary training institutions—the International Maritime Academy and the Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute—we ensure that our personnel possess the competence and technical proficiency required to maintain the highest global safety standards.
We set the benchmark for operational excellence in Bangladesh. As the first shipping agency in the nation to achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification (DNV), we maintain a culture of continuous improvement. Our quality management systems are deeply integrated into our recruitment, vessel operations, and port agency services. Every process is meticulously documented, regularly audited, and optimized to ensure we consistently exceed the expectations of our international principals.
Dedication to Quality Assurance
Frequently Asked Questions
The core values of Haque & Sons Ltd. are safety, quality, passion for maritime excellence, responsibility for our people, respect for the sea, protection of client assets, and open and honest communication. These values have guided the company since its founding in 1972.
Every seafarer we deploy goes through medical fitness checks, STCW certification verification, and personal interviews by Master Mariners and Chief Engineers. We also run our own training institutions, International Maritime Academy and Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute, to ensure continuous competency development. More details are at Crew Training
We hold ISO 9001:2015 certification from DNV, making us the first shipping agent in Bangladesh to receive this recognition. Our quality management system covers all operations including crew management, port agency, and shipping services. Full details are at quality
We are fully compliant with ISM Code environmental requirements and are MLC 2006 certified, the first shipping company in Bangladesh to achieve this. Environmental protection is a core objective built into our management system. Details are at quality
We maintain representative offices in Japan, Canada, and the United States to keep communication close and responsive for our international principals. You can also reach us directly at haqsonsctg@haqsons.com or by calling +880-2-333316214-6. Our contact page is at contact
Haque & Sons Ltd. has operated under these core principles since its founding in 1948. The company has maintained these values across more than 75 years of maritime operations. Read our full history at about
