BD Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
A Bangladesh UN/LOCODE begins with BD, followed by a three-character location identifier. Examples in this database include BDCGP for Chittagong and BDMON for Mongla.
Seaports in Bangladesh: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Bangladesh has 12 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, with Chittagong serving as the country’s dominant container gateway and Mongla supporting southern and regional cargo flows.
Review Bangladesh UN/LOCODE references, principal cargo gateways, regional port clusters and indicative international shipping lanes.
Bangladesh Port Overview
Bangladesh’s maritime network combines major seaports, river-connected facilities and inland container locations. The indexed total below is an Ecer Freight database coverage figure, while throughput and capacity indicators follow the cited public-sector reporting scope.
12
Bangladesh ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
3.40M
Chittagong container throughput in 2025, approximately +3.8% YoY
CPA 2025 operational reporting
19
Chittagong operational berths in 2025, approximately +5.6% YoY
CPA 2025 port information
10.4M
Mongla cargo handled in 2025, approximately +8.0% YoY
MPA 2025 port reporting
How many seaports does Bangladesh have?
Bangladesh has 12 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its November 2026 database snapshot. This indexed figure is separate from national legal or administrative port classifications.
What is the largest or busiest port in Bangladesh?
Chittagong is Bangladesh’s principal container and general-cargo gateway. The database records it under the active UN/LOCODE references BDCGP and BDCTG.
Which areas handle most Bangladesh sea freight?
The Chittagong coastal gateway handles the largest share of containerized trade, while Mongla supports southwestern cargo and Dhaka-linked facilities such as Pangaon and ICD Kamalapur serve inland distribution.
Top Bangladesh Ports by Cargo Role
This table separates port ranking indicators from Ecer Freight’s indexed coverage count. Publicly reported container figures are shown where a consistent 2025 figure is available; smaller facilities may not have a comparable global TEU ranking.
Principal Bangladesh port and terminal records in the Ecer Freight database
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Chittagong | BDCGP | 3.40 | +3.8% | Southeastern Bangladesh |
| — | Chittagong | BDCTG | 3.40 | +3.8% | Southeastern Bangladesh |
| — | Dhaka | BDDAC | — | — | Central Bangladesh |
| — | Mongla | BDMON | — | — | Southwestern Bangladesh |
| — | Pangaon | BDPGN | — | — | Dhaka river-port cluster |
| — | Chalna | BDCHL | — | — | Khulna–Mongla corridor |
Bangladesh Port Regions and Cargo Clusters
Bangladesh port activity is concentrated around the southeastern Chittagong gateway, the southwestern Mongla–Khulna corridor and inland river-connected facilities serving Dhaka.
Southeastern Gateway
Chittagong is the country’s leading container and industrial cargo gateway, connecting export manufacturing areas with international transshipment hubs.
Ports and facilities in the southeastern gateway
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chittagong | BDCGP | Chittagong / — | Containerized exports, imports and general cargo |
| Chittagong | BDCTG | Chittagong / — | Port and terminal cargo operations |
Southwestern Maritime Cluster
Mongla and the Khulna-area facilities support southwestern Bangladesh, including bulk, project, vehicle and regional cargo flows.
Ports and facilities in the southwestern cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mongla | BDMON | Mongla / — | General cargo, bulk, vehicles and regional trade |
| Chalna | BDCHL | Chalna / — | River-linked cargo and anchorage support |
| Khulna | BDKHL | Khulna / — | Inland industrial and river cargo |
| Chalna Anchorage | BDCNA | Chalna Anchorage / — | Anchorage and lighterage operations |
| Khulna | BDKHU | Khulna Division / — | Regional river and industrial cargo |
| Payra Port | BDPAY | Payra Port / — | Emerging deep-water and bulk-cargo gateway |
Dhaka Inland Distribution Cluster
Dhaka facilities connect inland consumers and exporters with maritime gateways through river, road and rail-linked logistics networks.
Dhaka-area port and terminal records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhaka | BDDAC | Dhaka / — | Inland distribution and customs-linked cargo |
| Pangaon | BDPGN | Dhaka / — | Inland container terminal and river feeder cargo |
| Icd Kamalapur | BDKAM | Dhaka / — | Inland container and rail-connected logistics |
| Barisal | BDBZL | Barisal / — | Regional river and domestic cargo |
Bangladesh Port Codes and UN/LOCODE Structure
Bangladesh port codes use the country prefix BD. The complete code should be checked against the specific port or terminal record before it is placed on a bill of lading, booking request or customs document.
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A location code may represent a port, city, inland clearance depot, terminal or anchorage record. Similar names do not necessarily mean identical operational locations, so the code and facility description should be checked together.
How to Verify a Bangladesh Port Code
Compare the code with the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and then confirm the matching Ecer Freight record through the Port Codes directory before booking.
Shipping from Bangladesh: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative port-to-port ranges and vary with transshipment schedules, vessel availability, weather, port congestion, documentation and final delivery location.
Bangladesh to Southeast Asia
Regular container services connect Bangladesh export cargo with Singapore, Port Klang and other Southeast Asian hub ports.
Bangladesh to Europe
Garments, textiles and manufactured exports commonly move through regional hubs before continuing to Northern European and Mediterranean markets.
Bangladesh to North America
North American-bound cargo generally uses transshipment in Asia or the Mediterranean, with final routing determined by the carrier service.
Bangladesh to the Middle East
Containerized exports and imports move between Bangladesh and Gulf markets through direct or hub-based services.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port names and codes are presented as indexed records. Public throughput and infrastructure figures may use different reporting boundaries, fiscal years or facility definitions and should be confirmed for operational planning.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot from Nov 2026, containing 12 Bangladesh port and terminal records.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- Chittagong Port Authority — Chittagong operational, cargo and infrastructure reporting used for 2025 indicators.
- Mongla Port Authority — Mongla cargo and port activity reporting used for the 2025 indicator.
- Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics — national statistical context and transport-sector reference data.
Bangladesh Seaport FAQ
How many seaports does Bangladesh have?
Bangladesh has 12 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot.
What is the main port in Bangladesh?
Chittagong is the main container and general-cargo gateway. Ecer Freight records Chittagong under BDCGP and BDCTG, while these records should be checked against the exact booking location.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Bangladesh?
The UN/LOCODE country prefix for Bangladesh is BD. Examples include BDMON for Mongla, BDPGN for Pangaon and BDDAC for Dhaka.
Which Bangladesh port regions are most important for freight?
The southeastern Chittagong gateway handles the largest container flows. The Mongla–Khulna cluster serves southwestern cargo, while Dhaka-area facilities support inland distribution.
Are Bangladesh port throughput figures comparable across facilities?
Not always. Port authorities may report containers, cargo tonnage, vessel calls or facility-level activity using different boundaries. The 2025 figures on this page are shown with their stated source and should be confirmed for a specific shipment.
How current is the Bangladesh port data?
The Ecer Freight database snapshot is from Nov 2026. The latest complete statistical year used for the principal indicators is 2025, and the page is reviewed quarterly.
How can a shipper request Bangladesh sea-freight rates?
Shippers can compare FCL sea-freight rates or LCL sea-freight rates. Final rates depend on origin, destination, cargo details, sailing schedule, equipment and current surcharges.
Editorial note: Port codes and indexed coverage are maintained from Ecer Freight’s first-party database and reviewed against relevant port-authority, national-statistics and international location-code references. Public operational indicators are updated as reliable annual information becomes available, while page content is reviewed quarterly.
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