Client Advisory: Bangladesh Civil Unrest – JULY 31 UPDATE

Client Advisory: Bangladesh Civil Unrest - JULY 31 UPDATE

WHAT'S THE LATEST

On Friday, 7/19, a nationwide curfew was imposed in Bangladesh following student protests over government job quotas, with all public gatherings banned by police in the capital of Dhaka.

On Wednesday (7/24), the curfew had been lifted daily from 10am to 5pm. All factories in the garment manufacturing hubs reopened after a four-day pause in production, and offices resumed operations between 11am and 3pm.

7/31 UPDATE: As of Tuesday (7/30), curfew has been lifted daily from 7am to 6pm. Factories and offices are now operating within normal hours.

Please be assured that our utmost priority is to ensure the safety and security of our colleagues, clients, and their families in Bangladesh. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates as soon as we have more information.

WHAT WE KNOW

• Communication in the Region
  • 7/31 UPDATE: Internet connection is now available outside of offices, but speed is slow.
  • 7/31 UPDATE: Social media and messaging services remain restricted throughout the country.
• Transportation Activity
  • 7/31 UPDATE: SEKO shipments have been impacted by the recent unrest, although ocean freight shipments resumed on 7/27.
  • 7/31 UPDATE: Airlines are facing a backlog of cargo at the airport. Bookings have been placed with airlines as internet was restored, and cargo is planned to move gradually.
    
    • 7/31 UPDATE: SEKO currently has around 34 tons of cargo backlogged at the warehouse.
  • There is a backlog of around 33 tons of air freight cargo in the Dhaka warehouse.
    • SEKO is currently unable to place bookings with airlines due to the internet crisis. We currently have 20 tons of air freight scheduled.
  • The Chittagong Port has reopened and is operating as normal, now addressing the buildup of congestion and vessels that were waiting outside the port.
  • Delays with customs documentation and customs officials are also causing delays.
• SEKO Bangladesh
  • The SEKO Bangladesh team and their families are all safe and well!
  • 7/31 UPDATE: The SEKO Bangladesh office is open and operating within normal hours.
  • Communication with the SEKO Bangladesh team is restored but slow.

WHAT'S NEXT?

The situation remains volatile and uncertain. SEKO's utmost priority is to help ensure the safety and security of our colleagues, clients, and their families in the region.

As your logistics partner, we are ready and able to pivot quickly. We will frequently communicate and advise on the situation as more details become available.

Our team is committed to helping our clients continue operating as the conflict unfolds.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your SEKO representative, or email us at [email protected].

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