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Cargo logjam consumes 40% of Chattogram Port capacity

Persistent cargo congestion is severely impacting Chattogram Port, rendering 40% of its capacity ineffective.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 3 August 2026, 10:00 AM

Chattogram Port is facing a significant operational crisis as long-standing cargo congestion has consumed 40% of its total capacity. According to port users, approximately 9,330 stranded containers are currently occupying 22% of the port yard space. Estimates suggest that the cumulative economic losses resulting from this logjam have already surpassed $5 billion.