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CHATTOGRAM, Sept 28, 2025 (BSS) - Chattogram Port is set to achieve full digitalization by February 2026, according to Port Chairman Rear Admiral SM Moniruzzaman. 

He made the announcement on Saturday night while addressing the World Maritime Day celebration organized by the Bangladesh Merchant Marine Officers Association (BMMOA) at the Navy Convention Center in the city.

Rear Admiral Moniruzzaman stressed the need for technological advancement in port operations, emphasizing that complete digitalization is essential to enhance efficiency, transparency, and global competitiveness. 

The event was presided over by BMMOA President Captain Anam Chowdhury, with Chattogram Divisional Commissioner Dr. Md. Ziauddin present as the special guest. 

Video messages from the Director General of the Department of Shipping and the Managing Director of Bangladesh Shipping Corporation were also shared during the program.

As part of the celebration, the Bravery Award and Excellence Award were conferred upon individuals for their distinguished contributions to the maritime sector. Bravery Awards were given to Captain Amir Md. Abu Sufian, Captain Md. Zahirul Islam, and Captain Md. Farhan Ullah Ansari, while Captain Mohiuddin Abdul Qadir and Naval Engineer Md. Golam Sarwar received the Excellence Awards.

The event was also attended by Bangladesh Shipbreakers and Recyclers Association President Amjad Hossain Chowdhury, Bangladesh Inland Container Depot Association Director Kamrul Islam Majumder, and former board member of Port Serve International Limited Khairul Alam Sujan.