BRAC Bank hosts workshop on seamless trade and payment solutions for shipping agents in Chattogram

BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shipping Agents Association (BSAA), organised a workshop in Chattogram to promote 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 highlighted the critical role of shipping agents in driving international trade in Bangladesh, according to a media release. 

Senior bankers emphasised the importance of automation, efficient payment systems, regulatory compliance, and transparent reporting to drive sustainable practices in the sector.

Md. Mokbul Hossain, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, graced the event as the Chief Guest at Hotel Agrabad, Chattogram, on September 17, 2025.

Arifuzzaman, Director, and Monirul Haider, Additional Director, of Bangladesh Bank’s Chattogram Office, were also present.

From BSAA, industry leaders, including Amirul Huq, Owner of Seacom Shipping, and Khairul Alam Shujan, along with other Directors and members, attended the event.

From BRAC Bank, Kayesh Chowdhury, Head of Regional Corporate; AKM Faisal Halim, Head of Transaction Banking; and Taher Mridha, Head of Account Services, addressed the audience.