Inland Cargo Vessel Service

Ariana Shipping Line is a leading provider of inland cargo vessel services in Bangladesh, dedicated to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable transportation across the nation’s waterways. With years of logistics expertise and maritime experience, we deliver integrated shipping solutions that keep trade moving smoothly and efficiently. 

Founded in 2006, Ariana Ahipping Line began its journey with a clear vision — to strengthen Bangladesh’s logistics and transport infrastructure by unlocking the full potential of inland water transport. Today, we proudly operate three bay-crossing cargo own vessels serving domestic ports across the country and extending our reach to international waters on the Khidirpur (Kolkata, Indis), Haldia, India – Dhaka (Bangladesh) route under the Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWT&T) between Bangladesh and India. We operate 40 – 50 vessels from our company in this route, carrying cargo from India to Bangladesh. 

Our modern fleet is managed by a team of seasoned professionals committed to excellence, safety, and sustainability in every voyage. We handle a diverse range of cargo including Dry Fly Ash for Cement Manufacturing Companies in Bangladesh – with precision, care, and an unwavering focus on timely delivery. Every shipment is managed end-to-end to ensure our clients’ complete peace of mind.

At Ariana Shipping Line, we are more than just a transport service. We are a strategic logistics partner, dedicated to strengthening supply chains, supporting commerce, and contributing to Bangladesh’s economic growth. Our continuous investment in innovation, technology, and workforce development keeps us at the forefront of the inland shipping industry, driving progress for today and for the future.

Summary of the Protocol

Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade between Bangladesh and India

In accordance with Article viii of the trade Agreement between Bangladesh & India Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade

(PIWT&T) between the countries was signed to make mutually beneficial arrangements for the use of their waterways for commerce between the two countries and for passage of goods between two places in one country and to third countries through the territory of the other under the terms mutually agreed upon.

In such cases, fees and charges, if leviable as per international agreements, conventions or practices, may be applied and transit guarantee regime may be established through mutual consultations.

The Protocol was first signed in 1972 and since then it has been continuing without any interruption. The existing Protocol will remain in force up to 31st March 2020.