BRAC Bank hosts workshop on seamless Trade for shipping agents in Ctg

Business Desk :

BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shipping Agents Association (BSAA), organized a workshop in Chattogram aimed at promoting seamless trade and payment solutions for the shipping industry.

Titled “Seamless Trade & Payment Solutions: Regulatory Compliance and Central Bank Reporting for Shipping Agents,” the workshop underscored the crucial role of shipping agents in facilitating Bangladesh’s international trade. Senior officials discussed the importance of automation, efficient payment systems, regulatory compliance, and transparent reporting to foster sustainable practices in the sector, says a press release.

Md. Mokbul Hossain, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, attended the event as the Chief Guest, held at Hotel Agrabad, Chattogram, on September 17, 2025. Also present were Arifuzzaman, Director, and Monirul Haider, Additional Director, from Bangladesh Bank’s Chattogram Office.

From the BSAA, industry leaders including Amirul Huq, Owner of Seacom Shipping, and Khairul Alam Shujan, along with other Directors and members, joined the program. BRAC Bank was represented by Kayesh Chowdhury, Head of Regional Corporate; AKM Faisal Halim, Head of Transaction Banking; and Taher Mridha, Head of Account Services.

As a forward-looking financial institution, BRAC Bank recognizes the shipping industry as a key driver of Bangladesh’s import and export trade and overall economic growth. The bank reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the sector’s modernization through innovative financial and digital solutions that enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and boost global trade competitiveness.

Through such industry collaborations, BRAC Bank aims to continue contributing to the advancement of the shipping industry and the broader economic development of Bangladesh.