Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Speaking to reporters after inaugurating the agent desk at Gate No 4 of the port on Sunday, he said the international tender process is ongoing for the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT), Bay Terminal, and Laldia Terminal.

"We intend to appoint at least the first operator for these terminals by December," he added.

The event was also attended by Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) Chairman Rear Admiral SM Moniruzzaman, CPA Secretary Mohammad Omar Faruk, and other senior officials.

Commenting on the experience with the current operator of the Patenga Container Terminal (PCT), Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) from Saudi Arabia, the BIDA chairman said the outcome has not been satisfactory.

"RSGT has experience operating in...