Bangladesh's Largest Crew Management and Shipping Agency Since 1972
Haque & Sons Ltd. is the most trusted crew manning agency in Bangladesh. We provide qualified, STCW-certified seafarers and full shipping agency services to international shipowners across the globe.
Who We Are
About
Haque & Sons Ltd.
Haque & Sons Ltd. was established in 1948 in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Over 75 years, we have grown from a local trading company into Bangladesh’s largest and most respected maritime organization.
We manage over 241 vessels, deploy more than 4,000 certified seafarers, and serve clients from Greece, Norway, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Cyprus, the United Kingdom, and India.
Our head office is in Chittagong, with regional offices in Dhaka and Khulna, and international representative offices in Japan, Canada, Myanmar, Pakistan, and the United States.
Our Services
We offer a complete range of maritime services under one roof. Whether you need a fully crewed vessel, a reliable port agent in Chittagong, or a training program for your seafarers, Haque & Sons Ltd. has the experience and systems to deliver.
Crew Management
Crew Management We take full responsibility for your crew. From recruitment and joining to wages, medical care, P&I coverage, and repatriation, we handle every aspect of crew management so you can focus on your operations.
Ship Agency
Ship Agency We act as shipping and handling agents for liner and tramp vessels at all major Bangladesh ports. Our experienced team provides fast, reliable, and cost-effective vessel support services.
Crew Training and Education
Crew Training and Education We run our own STCW-approved training programs through two dedicated institutions. Every seafarer we deploy is trained to meet the latest international maritime standards.
Marine Travel and Logistics
Marine Travel and Logistics Our travel division, Marine Travel Agency Limited, handles crew transport, hotel accommodation, and passenger logistics with a fleet of buses and taxis.
Quality Assurance
Quality is not a department at Haque & Sons Ltd. It is the foundation of everything we do. From the way we recruit and train our seafarers to the way we manage vessels, handle port operations, and communicate with our principals.
News and Events
BMTI Training Center Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute runs weekly STCW 2010 and MLC 2006 courses using full-mission bridge simulators, GMDSS simulators, and fully equipped engineering workshops.
Why Shipowners
Trust Haque & Sons Ltd.
International shipowners do not choose a crew manning agency lightly. They need a partner who is reliable, compliant, experienced, and genuinely invested in the performance of their fleet.
Here is why they choose us.
75+ Years of Experience We have been in this industry since 1948. We have seen the industry evolve, adapted to every new regulation, and continued to deliver for our principals through it all.
4,000+ Certified Seafarers Our active seafarer pool includes over 4,000 STCW-certified officers and ratings, carefully selected through personal interviews by our Master Mariners and Chief Engineers.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified We were the first shipping agent in Bangladesh to receive ISO 9001:2015 certification from DNV. Our quality management system covers every function of our operations.
MLC 2006 Certified We were the first shipping company in Bangladesh to achieve MLC 2006 certification, which we received in January 2012, years ahead of the mandatory deadline.
InterManager Member We are proud members of InterManager, the International Ship Managers Association, which sets the global benchmark for excellence in ship management.
Own Training Institutions We own and operate two maritime training institutions, International Maritime Academy for pre-sea training and Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute for post-sea upgrading courses.
Global Office Network We have representative offices in Japan, Canada, Myanmar, Pakistan, and the United States, giving our international principals direct local support wherever they are.
Shore Team of Ex-Seafarers Our shore-based management team consists of ex-Masters, Chief Engineers, and Radio Officers who bring real at-sea experience to every decision they make.
Vessels We Manage
Our crew management team handles seafarers across a wide range of vessel types. We currently manage over 241 vessels worldwide and deploy crew across all of these vessel types on an ongoing basis.
- Container Carriers
- Chemical Tankers (Type I & II)
- Crude Oil Tankers
- Product Tankers (Handymax, Aframax, VLCC)
- Bulk Carriers (Capesize, Panamax, Handymax)
- General Cargo Vessels
- Log Carriers
- Car Carriers
Our Numbers Speak for Themselves
4,000+ STCW-certified seafarers in our active pool 241+ Vessels currently under management 1,800 Ratings deployed across global fleets 2,200 Junior and senior officers placed worldwide 100 Maritime cadets graduating from IMA every year 1948 The year Haque & Sons Ltd. was established 7 Countries with Haque & Sons representative offices
Certified and Compliant at Every Level
We hold every major certification relevant to crew manning and shipping agency work in Bangladesh.
ISO 9001:2015 from DNV, the first shipping agent in Bangladesh to receive this. MLC 2006 certified, the first shipping company in Bangladesh to achieve this in January 2012. InterManager member, committed to global standards in ship management. BMTI holds its own ISO 9001 certification from DNV for maritime training quality. Approved by DG Shipping Bangladesh for STCW 2010 training programs.
These certifications are not just badges. They are the result of continuous auditing, disciplined processes, and a genuine commitment to doing things properly.
Our Clients Come from the World's
Top Shipping Nations
We work with shipowners and ship managers based in some of the world’s most prominent maritime countries.
Greece Norway Japan Singapore Hong Kong Cyprus United Kingdom India
Our international office network ensures we can support our principals directly in their home regions, with local language support and regional maritime knowledge.
Join Our Fleet
Sail with the Best
We are actively recruiting dedicated seafarers to become part of our managed fleet and contribute to safe and efficient vessel operations.
- Online Recruitment Process
1. Submit your CV/Bio-data
2. Passport size Picture, Travel Documents, STCW, Flag documents
3. All CoP Certificates and other documents