Latest updates regarding the safety of the port and operations in Bangladesh.9 February 2026Correspondent Interport Group brings us this update.The Chattogram Bandar Rokkha Shongram Porishad (Chittagong Port Protection Movement Council) announced the suspension of its strike at midnight on Sunday, 9 February, ending a period of severe disruption that had effectively paralysed port operations.Note that the strike would remain suspended from 0800 hrs on 9 February until 15 February.Read Interport Group’s circular here.7 February 2026Correspondent Interport Group brings us this update.The Chattogram Bandar Rokkha Shongram Porishad (Chattogram Port Protection Movement Council) announced that they shall resume the indefinite strike at the port beginning tomorrow morning (at 8am on Sunday 8 February).They further announced that no cargo handling will also be allowed at the outer anchorage during the strike. Previously, unloading activities at the outer anchorage continued despite the work stoppage at the container terminals and depot.The resumption of an indefinite strike, combined with the cessation of outer anchorageoperations, is expected to result in:• A near-total halt of import and export cargo movement through Chattogram Port;• Increased vessel congestion at both berth and anchorage;• Accelerated yard and ICD backlogs;• Heightened exposure to demurrage, detention, off-hire, and cargo delay claims.• Given the scale of existing backlogs from the earlier six-day disruption, recoverytimelines are expected to extend further if the renewed strike persists.Read Interport Group’s circular here.6 February 2026Correspondent Interport Group brings us this update.Labour representatives announced a temporary suspension of the ongoing strike until Saturday 7 February, following high-level discussions with the Shipping Adviser. Read Interport Group’s circular here.5 February 2026Correspondent Interport Group brings us this update.The ongoing labour strike has escalated significantly, with container vessels now at risk of sailing without booked export cargo due to severe operational disruptions preventing timely cargo delivery to berths.Recent incidents include a vessel scheduled for Singapore departure being unable to load approximately 750 export containers, and at least four other vessels missing scheduled sailings. Additionally, export container deliveries have dropped by 38%, import evacuation has slowed drastically causing yard congestion (now at 37,307 TEUs).These developments carry substantial risk of missed transhipment connections, order cancellations, demurrage exposure, and extended port delays.Comprehensive details on the situation, operational impacts, and recommended guidance for Members vessels calling or scheduled to call Chittagong Port can be found in this circular.Read Interport Group’s circular here.4 February 2026Correspondent Interport Group brings us this update.Ongoing and escalating strike action at Chittagong Port, Bangladesh, arising from opposition by port workers to the proposed leasing of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) to DP World.Protest action has intensified and the escalation from time-bound work stoppages to a continuous strike has resulted in significant curtailment of port operations, with material disruption now being felt across vessel operations, cargo handling, and the wider supply chain.Vessels currently alongside, at outer anchorage, or scheduled to call at Chittagong Port may experience:Delays in berthing, pilotage, cargo operations, and landside evacuationReduced berth productivity and container handling capacityIncreased exposure to demurrage, detention, storage charges, and congestion-related costsDisruption to vessel schedules and onward logistics commitmentsGiven the evolving nature of the situation, vessels are strongly advised to:Monitor developments closely, including any announcements of extended or further intensified strike actionLiaise proactively with local agents regarding