Chittagong Port Overview
General Information
Location: Lat 22° 19′ N; Long 91° 49′ E
Time Zone: GMT +6
UNCTAD Locode: BD CGP
Facilities: Airport, Bunkers, Containers, Dry Bulk, Petroleum, Railway, Ro/Ro, Towage, Repair & Maintenance
Port Authority
Chittagong Port Authority
Bandar Bhaban Saltgola Road, P O Box 2013, Chittagong, 4100, Bangladesh
Tel: +880 31 252 2229 | Fax: +880 31 251 0889
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Navigation & Anchorage
- Seaward approach north of the 10 fathom contour.
- Pilotage compulsory for ocean-going vessels.
- VHF Channels 12 and 16 monitored 24/7.
Weather & Tides
- Generally good, occasional cyclonic storms (Oct-Nov).
- Semidiurnal tides with diurnal effects; range: 1.2m – 5.5m.
Traffic & Vessel Dimensions
- TEU’s handled (2012): 1,400,000
- Max vessel length: 186m, Max draft: 9.2m
Imports & Exports
- Imports: Ammonia, Bulk Cargo, Diesel, Sugar, Urea, General Cargo.
- Exports: Cement, Shipyard products, General Cargo.
Working Hours
Two & Three shift vessel works: 0730-1700 | 2000-0400
Medical & Emergency Facilities
- Port hospital available for crew.
- Nearby public & private hospitals accessible.
Nearest Airport
Shah Amanat International Airport (8 km)
