South Asia’s Most-Delayed Port May Face Snarls With Europe Route
- Floods, congestion may hamper direct shipping from Bangladesh
- Data show biggest monthly tally of vessels off Chattogram port
Chattogram port in Bangladesh
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Bangladesh’s largest port, Chattogram, has started direct routes to Europe, but apparel manufacturers hoping to shrink travel times may face delays from monsoon season and port congestion throughout Asia.
The South Asian hub started directly shipping goods to Europe for the first time beginning in February, using large container vessels. Previously, Chattogram used smaller feeder vessels that transferred containers at other Asian ports, with shipments typically taking 30 to 35 days.