Full-Service Ship Agency in Bangladesh
Trusted Shipping Services, Vessel Support, and Port Operations by Haque & Sons Ltd.
Haque & Sons Ltd provides comprehensive ship and port agency services across all major maritime hubs in Bangladesh. Our vastly experienced shipping department expertly manages both import and export operations for a diverse range of vessels. From liner and tramp services to specialized cargo—including wheat, crude oil, chemical products, break bulk, containers, cement clinkers, and steel—we deliver efficient, highly competitive support packages tailored to the dynamic demands of the global shipping market.
Core Agency & Husbandry Services
Led by seasoned Master Mariners and Chief Engineers, our dedicated team ensures seamless port calls and uninterrupted fleet operations through the following specialized services:
Handling Agency
Complete operational support for Liner and Tramp vessels.
Owners Protecting Agency
Leveraging deep-rooted connections with local authorities to fiercely safeguard our principals' interests, minimizing operational costs and optimizing port turnaround times for chartered vessels.
Cargo Forwarding
Efficient, secure, and fully compliant cargo logistics.
Port Husbandry
Cost-effective coordination of essential services, including fresh water supply, provisions, laundry, and prompt medical attention for crew members.
Crew Changes & Logistics
Seamless crew mobilization, offering highly competitive rates for premium hotel accommodations and reliable, first-class ground transportation for seafarers and owner representatives.
Technical Support & Marine Logistics
Vessel Survey Coordination
Acting on behalf of owners, we maintain excellent relationships with all major classification societies to ensure the smooth, timely execution of periodical vessel surveys by accredited technicians.
Vessel Management & Ownership Changeover
We possess the high-level administrative expertise required to navigate complex vessel acquisitions and management handovers, guaranteeing seamless transitions without costly delays.
Bunker & Lubricant Provision
Through strategic agreements with leading physical suppliers, we deliver high-quality marine fuels and lubricants at competitive terms, both in-port and at anchorage. Our global network ensures rapid responses to all bunker inquiries.
Provisions & Technical Stores
Our procurement logistics team expertly handles all necessary regulatory documentation to provide fast, reliable deliveries of ship stores, technical spares, and maintenance support, eliminating operational downtime.
Sale & Purchase Brokerage
As a highly recognized ship broker in Bangladesh, Haque & Sons Ltd facilitates competitive global vessel sales and purchases. Backed by our extensive industry monitoring and deep technical expertise, we provide principals with firsthand intelligence on market valuations and global tonnage availability. Given the high demand within the Bangladeshi ship recycling sector, we are exceptionally positioned to broker second-hand and scrap vessels efficiently. Our transparent, highly competitive fee structure is based strictly on actual expenses, ensuring owners secure the best possible value, quality, and professional service.
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Why Choose
Why Choose Haque & Sons as Your Shipping Agent in Bangladesh
With more than five decades of maritime experience, Haque & Sons Ltd. is a trusted shipping agency partner for international shipowners, operators, and charterers calling at Bangladesh’s ports. Since the establishment of our shipping division in 1972, we have delivered reliable, efficient, and professional port agency services tailored to the needs of the global shipping industry.
Our experienced team has extensive knowledge of Bangladesh’s port operations, customs procedures, regulatory requirements, and local logistics. By combining local expertise with international standards, we ensure every port call is handled safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively—minimizing delays and maximizing operational efficiency for our principals.
Vessels and Cargo Types We Handle
Our ship agency department handles a wide range of vessel types calling Bangladesh ports for both import and export operations.
Vessel Types
Vessel Types Liner vessels on fixed service routes Tramp vessels on spot or voyage charter Bulk carriers carrying dry cargo Tankers carrying crude oil, chemical, and petroleum products Container vessels General cargo vessels Cement clinker carriers Steel product carriers Log carriers
Cargo Types
Cargo Types We Handle at Bangladesh Ports Wheat and other food grains Crude oil, chemicals, and petroleum products including vegetable oils Break bulk cargo Containerised cargo Cement clinkers Steel products and construction materials General import and export cargo
Our Ship Agency Services in Bangladesh
Liner and Tramp Vessel Handling
We act as shipping and handling agents for both liner and tramp vessels calling Bangladesh ports. Our team manages all port formalities including vessel declaration, berthing coordination, cargo operations supervision, customs and immigration clearance, and departure documentation.
We maintain strong working relationships with Chittagong Port Authority, Bangladesh Customs, and all relevant government bodies, ensuring your vessel clears port formalities efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
Owners Protecting Agent Services
When your vessel is calling a Bangladesh port under time charter or voyage charter, the port agent is typically nominated by the charterer. That means the charterer's agent represents the charterer's interests, not yours.
Haque & Sons Ltd. acts as an independent owners protecting agent in Bangladesh, working solely in the interest of the shipowner. We monitor cargo operations, protect your vessel's Statement of Facts, manage communications with the charterer's agent, and ensure your financial and operational interests are safeguarded throughout the port call.Ship Husbandry Services
Bangladesh We arrange all essential husbandry services for vessels calling Bangladesh ports, handled at the most cost-effective rates without compromising on quality or speed.
Our husbandry services cover fresh water supply, provision supply, laundry services, medical attention for crew members when required, mail and courier delivery, cash to master, and all other essential vessel support services during port stays.Crew Change Bangladesh
We provide complete crew change management at Chittagong port and other Bangladesh ports. Our crew change service covers all sign-on and sign-off formalities including port, customs, and immigration documentation processing.
We arrange airport pickup and drop-off, hotel accommodation at competitive rates, and transport for crew and shipping company representatives using our own fleet of first-class buses and taxis.Bunker Supply Bangladesh
Through our long-standing relationships with the largest physical bunker suppliers and petroleum companies in Bangladesh, we arrange high-quality fuel and lubricant supply for vessels both in port and at anchorage.
We source bunkers at very competitive prices and can quote promptly for any enquiry. Our bunker department is connected with all major suppliers and maintains real-time awareness of availability and pricing at Chittagong port and anchorage.Ship Repair Coordination Bangladesh
We arrange and attend ship repair operations on behalf of our principals at Chittagong. Our technical team connects vessel owners and superintendents with trusted local workshops, spare parts suppliers, and marine engineers.
We also coordinate emergency repair situations, sourcing the right technicians and materials quickly to minimise vessel off-hire time. Our team of Master Mariners and Chief Engineers oversees all technical matters, ensuring repair work meets the required standard.Marine Supplies and Stores
We provide fast and prompt supply of provisions, spare parts, lubricants, gases, chemicals, charts and navigational notices, wire ropes, uniforms, safety shoes, life saving appliance equipment, and all other marine stores required by vessels calling Bangladesh ports.
All marine procurement is carried out by our shipping logistics team, staffed by qualified Master Mariners and technical assistants. We have strong purchasing relationships with suppliers across Bangladesh, giving our principals the best possible pricing on every supply order.Vessel Survey Services Bangladesh
We act on behalf of vessel owners in coordinating with classification societies and accredited surveyors to ensure timely and smooth completion of periodic vessel surveys.
We maintain excellent working relationships with all major classification societies operating in Bangladesh and coordinate pre-arrival survey planning to avoid unnecessary delays during the port call.P&I Assistance
We provide full assistance in Protection and Indemnity matters for vessels under our agency. Our experienced team liaises with P&I correspondents, assists in incident documentation, and ensures all required formalities are completed correctly and promptly on behalf of our principals.
Vessel Management and Ownership Changeover
The takeover of vessel management or the acquisition of a vessel involves complex procedures that require local expertise and strong relationships with port and government authorities.
Haque & Sons Ltd. has extensive experience representing principals in vessel management transfers and ownership changeovers at Bangladesh ports. We handle all formalities efficiently, minimising the time and cost involved in the changeover process.Our Shipping Agency Covers All Major Bangladesh Ports
Our ship agency services are available at all major Bangladesh ports.
Chittagong port, the primary commercial port and the heart of Bangladesh’s maritime trade. Mongla port, the second major seaport serving the southwestern region of Bangladesh. Payra port, the emerging third seaport in the southern coastal region.
Our deep familiarity with Chittagong port, where we have been operating since 1972, is particularly valuable for international principals who need an agent with genuine local expertise and established authority relationships at Bangladesh’s busiest port.
Our Shipping Agency Team
Our shipping agency department is staffed by dedicated and experienced maritime professionals. Unlike many shipping agents in Bangladesh, our team includes qualified Master Mariners and Chief Engineers who bring real at-sea experience to their agency roles.
That maritime background means our team understands the urgency of every vessel situation. They know what a delay costs, what a crew change involves, and what a shipowner needs from their agent at a Bangladesh port. That knowledge shapes how we respond, how we prioritise, and how we solve problems when they arise.
Our procurement logistics team, headed by experienced Master Mariners, ensures owners always get the best possible deal in terms of price, quality, and professional service on every supply and repair order.
Ship Agency Services vs Port Agency Services
Haque & Sons Ltd. offers both ship agency and port agency services, and it is important to understand the difference between them.
Our ship agency service covers the full management of a vessel's port call as the appointed handling agent. We represent the vessel at port, manage all formalities, arrange all services, and act as the primary point of contact between the vessel and all port stakeholders.
Our port agency service is specifically focused on owners protecting agency work, where we act independently to protect the shipowner's interests when the charterer's agent is handling the port call. We also provide dedicated procurement, marine supply, and technical support through our port agency department.
If you need a full handling agent for your vessel’s call at a Bangladesh port, our ship agency service is the right choice. If you need an independent protecting agent while a charterer’s nominated agent handles the port call, our port agency service is what you need.
Why Our Ship Agency Service Stands Apart in Bangladesh
There are many shipping agents in Bangladesh. Here is what makes Haque & Sons Ltd. different.
Over 50 years of ship agency experience in Bangladesh since 1972, with deep relationships at Chittagong port authority and Bangladesh customs.
Part of Bangladesh's largest maritime company, which also provides crew management, crew training, vessel sales and purchase, and marine travel services, giving our principals access to a complete range of maritime services under one roof.
Shore team led by Master Mariners and Chief Engineers who understand vessel operations from first-hand experience at sea.
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system, audited by DNV, covering all our shipping agency operations.
Strong purchasing relationships with local suppliers for marine procurement, bunker supply, and ship repair, ensuring our principals always receive the best price and service.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week availability for urgent vessel requirements, crew changes, and emergency situations.
Related Services
We offer a full range of maritime services that work alongside our ship agency operations.
Port Agency and Owners Protecting Agent Services
Freight Forwarding and Customs Clearance
Vessel Sales and Purchase Brokerage