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Source: BDPolicyLab Watch record and cited public sourcesAs of 2026-07-05
The BSAA is prioritizing the digital transformation and infrastructure modernization of Bangladesh's ports to reduce congestion and business costs.
The newly elected committee of the BSAA, led by Chairman Capt. Md. Salah Uddin Chowdhury, officially assumed office.
A delegation from The Nautical Institute visited the BSAA to discuss maritime development.
The BSAA was instructed to inform members of NBR directives for customs houses to remain operational during Eid al-Azha.
The government announced the removal of the 49% foreign ownership cap on Inland Container Depots during the national budget presentation.
BSAA Chairman Capt. Md. Salah Uddin Chowdhury advocated for a business-friendly environment for domestic investors following the ICD ownership policy change.
BSAA's chief office is titled Chairman. Capt. Md. Salah Uddin Chowdhury elected (provisional) on 28 Dec 2025 for the 2025-2027 term, succeeding Syed Mohammad Arif. Official site states 'over 500 reputed members' (recorded as member_count 500, a floor). Headquarters city not stated on homepage, so left null. Member count is a floor figure only.
Source: 3 primary source linksAs of 2026-07-05
The BSAA held a consultative meeting with the World Bank to discuss port digitalization and infrastructure modernization.