About Us – Shodesh Shipping & Logistic Company
βš“ Est. 1985  Β·  Shodesh Group

Shodesh Shipping
& Logistic Company

A premier international freight forwarding and integrated logistics solutions provider headquartered in Chittagong, Bangladesh β€” delivering excellence across sea, air, land and river transport for three decades.

30+
Years Experience
250+
Professionals
195
Countries Network
5,500+
Global Agents
  • International Freight Forwarding
  • Project & Heavy Lift Cargo
  • Customs Clearance (All Ports)
  • Port Handling & Stevedoring
  • Transportation & Warehousing
  • Barge & Lighter Services
  • Nuclear & Sensitive Cargo
  • DG / Oversized / OOG Cargo
  • Shipper-to-Consignee Solutions
  • Re-Export & Documentation
Shodesh Shipping vessel operations
USD 1.2M
Registered Capital
4
Warehouses Nationwide
28+
Own Transport Vehicles
80%
RNPP Project Cargo

Your Vital Link to World Trade

SHODESH SHIPPING & LOGISTIC COMPANY (SSLC) is an international freight forwarding company, a proud sister concern of SHODESH GROUP β€” established in 1985. SSLC was incorporated in 2013 with a registered capital of USD 1,200,000, headquartered in Chittagong, Bangladesh, with a strategic branch in Mongla Port.

We have emerged as one of the leading international freight forwarders in the global shipping & logistics industry. As a registered member of the Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association (BAFFA) and the WCA Family β€” with access to 5,500+ agents across 195 countries β€” we are uniquely positioned to provide end-to-end supply chain solutions.

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One-Stop Logistics Solution

Quality shipping, freight forwarding, customs clearance, cargo handling, offshore supply services, and logistics & warehousing β€” by sea, air, or land.

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Project Cargo Specialists

Our main strength is handling Project Cargos, Overweight & Oversized cargos, DDP, DDU β€” from door to door. We have handled over 80% of the cargo for the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.

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Pan-Bangladesh Coverage

Own customs broker licenses at Chittagong Port, Dhaka Airport, ICD Dhaka, Mongla Port, Pangaon Port, and Benapole Land Port β€” ensuring fastest clearance at every gateway.

Our Sister Concerns

A diversified portfolio of trusted enterprises, collectively driving excellence across logistics, trade, and global commerce.

01
Rusani Enterprise
Custom Clearing & Forwarding Agent β€” serving all major customs stations in Bangladesh.
02
Shodesh Carrier
Freight & Transport Solutions β€” own fleet of trucks and specialized heavy transport vehicles.
03
Shodesh Shipping Line
Maritime & Liner Services β€” handling break-bulk and container vessels at Chittagong Port.
04
Shodesh Chemicals
Importer & Supplier of industrial chemicals including Sodium Sulphide, Soda Ash, Caustic Soda, and more.

Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision
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Continuously Exceeding Expectations

To continuously exceed the expectations of our Principals, Government Authorities, Traders, Shippers, Consignees, and Vendors β€” setting the benchmark for logistics excellence across Bangladesh and beyond.

Our Mission
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Powering Our Principals' Success

To make our principal business successful and profitable by providing bespoke freight solutions that address real-world challenges β€” leveraging our expertise, network, and commitment to reliability in every shipment lifecycle.

What We Stand For

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Excellence in Service
We deliver reliable, fast, and efficient logistics solutions every time, exceeding expectations at every touchpoint.
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Integrity & Transparency
We build long-term partnerships through honesty, trust, and ethical business conduct across every interaction.
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Customer Commitment
We tailor bespoke solutions to each client's unique needs, treating every shipment as a personal commitment.
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Teamwork & Professionalism
Our skilled workforce works collaboratively across offices, partners, and customers to ensure seamless operations.
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Continuous Improvement
We constantly enhance our processes, invest in technology, and develop our people to deliver smarter logistics.

SSLC Quality
Operating System

A comprehensive, ISO-compliant operational framework that ensures every project is executed with precision, safety, and measurable excellence.

ISO 45001OHS Management
BAFFACertified Member
WCA FamilyGlobal Network
PCNProject Cargo Network

Operational Excellence at Every Stage

Our quality operating system is built on six pillars that govern every shipment β€” from documentation to final delivery.

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Full Project Team Availability

A dedicated project team is always available for consultation, on-site assessment, and turn-key operation management for any cargo size or complexity.

02

Government Documentation & Permits

Expert handling of all documentation and government permissions for temporary imports, permanent imports, and re-export after project completion β€” backed by 30+ years of regulatory relationships.

03

Occupational Health & Safety (ISO 45001)

All operations are conducted under ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management standards, ensuring the highest level of workplace and operational safety.

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Multi-Port Customs Expertise

Own customs broker licenses across all major Bangladesh entry points β€” Chittagong Seaport, Dhaka Airport (ICD), Mongla Port, Pangaon Port, and Benapole Land Port.

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Integrated Asset Management

Own transport fleet, warehouses, shipping line, and barge contracts β€” enabling complete in-house control of the logistics chain without third-party dependency.

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24/7 Operational Commitment

Round-the-clock operations with dedicated teams across all ports and transit corridors β€” ensuring critical national projects never face delays due to logistics constraints.

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WCA Family
5,500+ Agents Β· 195 Countries
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BAFFA
Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Assoc.
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WCA Projects
Project Cargo Alliance
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PCN
Project Cargo Network
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ISO 45001
OHS Management Certified
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Heavy Lift Group
THLG Member

Company Equipment

SSLC's investment in own assets means we never rely solely on third parties. Our fleet of heavy transport vehicles, cranes, warehouses, and vessel-handling capabilities gives clients a single, accountable logistics partner.

193+
Vehicles used in
Single Project Operations
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Heavy Transport Fleet
28+ own trucks including flatbed, low-bed, and extendable trailers for overweight and oversized cargo transport across Bangladesh.
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Mobile Harbor Crane
LHM 800 Mobile Harbor Crane capability β€” 1,724 Tons lifted (127 packages) in a single project β€” available for port and jobsite operations.
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Warehousing Facilities
4 large warehouses strategically located in Chittagong and Dhaka, purpose-built for storing project cargo, heavy equipment, and oversized goods.
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Barge & Lighter Fleet
Contracted fleet of barges, lighters, and tugboats for sea and river transport β€” essential for inland delivery to project sites like Rooppur NPP.
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Shipping Line Operations
Own shipping line company to handle break-bulk vessels and container vessels at Chittagong Port β€” providing direct vessel agency services.
πŸ— Heavy Lifting Crane Specifications
Component Weight Capacity Dimensions (CM)
Undercarriage 225 Ton 1095 Γ— 1035 Γ— 505
Slewing Column 97 Ton 1445 Γ— 610 Γ— 375
Tower 123 Ton 3920 Γ— 440 Γ— 600

Notable Vessel Track Record

MV CALYPSO
Emergency Cooling System, Mortgage Transport Gateway
726 Tons Β· 148 Packages
BBC PERU
High Pressure Heater
774 Tons Β· 89 Packages
HAPPY DRAGON
Bridge Crane & Parts, High Pressure Heater
2,010 Tons Β· 736 Packages
MV DAISY
Reactor Pressure Vessel & Steam Generator
2,355.5 Tons Β· 370 Packages
MV MARIA
LHM 800 Mobile Harbor Crane
1,724 Tons Β· 127 Packages
MV DIANA
Mineral Wool, Steel Structures, Nuclear Building Materials
5,000 Tons Β· 13,053 Packages + 106 Containers
FESCO ULISS
Steel Structures
9,680 Tons Β· 2,390 Packages
MV FAZAH-1
MagnaDense 8S & 20S
3,600 Tons Β· 2,400 Big Bags
MV SAPODILLA
Nuclear Power Plant Equipment (Generators)
3,244 MT Β· 734 Packages
DRAGON BALL 2023
Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant Equipment
2,066 MT Β· 2,092 Packages
LIBERTY HARVEST-1
Rolled Steel, Storage Tanks, Special Equipment
4,716 Tons Β· 1,475 Packages
MV LANGEOOG
Sandwich Panel, Mineral Wool, Steel Structure
4,447 Tons Β· 1,360 Packages

Leadership Team

Experienced professionals driving strategy, operations, and client relationships across all our business divisions.

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M. Shakhawat Hossan Sumon
Managing Director

Visionary leader of SSLC and Shodesh Group, with over 30 years of experience building Bangladesh's premier logistics conglomerate.

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Shahidul Alam Arif
Sr. Asst. Manager – Operation

Senior operations specialist with deep expertise in port handling, import documentation, and heavy-cargo coordination at all major seaports.

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Iftekhar Mahmud
Senior Executive – Import Operations

Manages import operations, customs liaison, and client servicing across Chittagong and Mongla, with specialized focus on project cargo clearance.

Awards & Accreditation

Trusted by global alliances, government bodies, and Fortune 500 companies β€” SSLC's credentials reflect decades of proven excellence.

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WCA Family Member

Full member of the World Cargo Alliance β€” granting access to a network of 5,500+ vetted freight forwarding agents across 195 countries for seamless global coverage.

Active Member
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BAFFA Registered Member

Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association β€” the premier trade body for freight forwarders in Bangladesh, ensuring compliance with national and international freight standards.

Registered Since Inception
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WCA Projects Member

Specialist membership within the WCA Projects alliance β€” connecting SSLC with the world's most experienced independent project cargo forwarders for complex multi-modal shipments.

Project Cargo Specialist
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Project Cargo Network (PCN)

Member of the global Project Cargo Network, recognized for capabilities in heavy lift, oversized breakbulk shipments, and specialized project logistics at an international level.

Global Network
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ISO 45001 Certified

Certified under ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems β€” demonstrating commitment to the highest standards of workplace safety in all operational activities.

OHS Certified
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The Heavy Lift Group (THLG)

Recognized member of The Heavy Lift Group β€” a global alliance of leading project freight forwarders specializing in heavy, oversized, and out-of-gauge cargo movements worldwide.

Heavy Lift Specialist

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Atomstroyexport JSC
Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission
CHEC – China Harbour Engineering
Siemens AG
Samsung Engineering
UNICEF Bangladesh
Larsen & Toubro
BHEL – Bharat Heavy Electricals
Kotobuki Industrial
BADC Bangladesh
Bangladesh Army
BCIC Bangladesh

Corporate Social Responsibilities

At SSLC, we believe that genuine success goes beyond business performance. We are deeply committed to contributing to Bangladesh's national development, supporting humanitarian organizations, and upholding environmental and community responsibilities.

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National Infrastructure

Proud logistics partner for Bangladesh's largest national infrastructure projects, ensuring critical cargo reaches its destination safely and on schedule.

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Environmental Commitment

Operating under ISO 45001 OHS standards, we actively minimize environmental impact across all transport, storage, and port handling operations.

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Community Development

Creating meaningful employment across Bangladesh through our 250+ professional workforce and supporting local suppliers and communities.

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Professional Development

Investing in continuous training and development of our workforce β€” nurturing the next generation of Bangladesh's logistics professionals.

Key CSR Engagements

  • Lead logistics partner for the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant β€” Bangladesh's first nuclear power project β€” handling over 80% of all project cargo, contributing directly to the nation's energy independence.
  • Freight logistics support for UNICEF Bangladesh humanitarian operations, ensuring aid and essential supplies reach those in need across the country.
  • Specialized cargo handling for the Bangladesh Army and Bangladesh Air Force β€” supporting national defense and disaster response logistics.
  • Partnership with the Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) on fertilizer and industrial chemical supply chain projects serving Bangladesh's agricultural sector.
  • Collaboration with BADC (Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation) to ensure timely delivery of agricultural inputs benefiting millions of farmers nationwide.
  • Supporting Bangladesh Police logistics β€” ensuring operational continuity for critical law enforcement supply chains and equipment movement.
  • Grain and fertilizer handling for national food security programs β€” including Granular Urea (33,000 Tons) and MOP & TSP Fertilizers (54,654 Tons) β€” directly supporting agricultural productivity.
  • Contributing to Bangladesh's export competitiveness by facilitating smooth re-export operations for foreign-invested projects, strengthening the country's image as a reliable project destination.
Our Impact in Numbers
80%
Rooppur NPP
Cargo Handled
250+
Employees
Nationwide
24+
Vessels Serviced for
National Projects
30+
Years Serving
Bangladesh

Global Office Network

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Chittagong
Bangladesh β€” Headquarters
Saima Vhander Market (3rd Floor), 309 Sk. Mujib Road, Opposite Fire Service, Chittagong
HQ
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Dhaka
Bangladesh
House MB, Flat 2A, Road N, Sector 06, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230
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Benapole
Bangladesh
Benapole Bazar, Opposite Custom House, Jessore
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Khulna
Bangladesh
Road No. 09, East Bania Khamar, Khulna Sadar, Khulna
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Pabna (Rooppur)
Bangladesh
Post Office Circle, Ishwardi, Pabna β€” Project Site Office
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Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Flat #204, Kamal Building, Hoy Al Anz East, Deira, Dubai, U.A.E.
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Wuhan
China
No. 151 Xinhua Road, Wuhan, China 430022
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195 Countries
Global Network
5,500+ WCA agents worldwide providing SSLC with truly global reach for any origin or destination.

Ready to Move Your Cargo?

Contact our experienced team today for a tailored logistics solution β€” no project is too complex for SSLC.

πŸ“ž +880 1964 446666  Β·  βœ‰οΈ sumon@shodeshshipping.com