Saraf Shipping Agency Limited | Commitment meets reliability.

As your declaring and on-ground Owner’s Protective Agent (OPA) in Bangladesh, we safeguard your vessel, crew, and interests at every port call. Since 1998, we’ve handled 700+ vessels with precision and zero delays.

VESSELS

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

METRIC TONS IN BULK SHIPMENT

About Saraf Shipping

Saraf Shipping Agency is one of Bangladesh’s most trusted names in maritime services, providing seamless end-to-end solutions in vessel handling, port formalities, customs clearance (C&F), bulk cargo operations, and Owner’s Protective Agency (OPA) services.

Since 1998, we have expertly managed operations for over 700 cargo vessels, moving more than 24.5 million metric tons of bulk cargo including clinker, coal, limestone, food grain, and scrap ships.

Trusted by leading global and local companies, we combine deep local knowledge with international standards to deliver reliable, transparent, and timely services.

Global Partnerships

End-to-End Logistics

Transparent Options

24/7 Support

Our Mission

To provide reliable, one-stop shipping and logistics solutions driven by commitment, trust, and customer success.

Our Vision

To be South Asia’s most trusted and reliable shipping and logistics provider, offering seamless, efficient, and transparent solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Our Services

Port Operations & Vessel Handling

We manage complete port operations — from berth booking, pilot and tug coordination, and vessel handling to crew changes, husbandry services, and documentation. We also liaise with authorities, arrange supplies, bunkers, repairs, and surveys, keeping shipowners informed throughout.

Logistics & C&F Solutions

We support clients through providing end-to-end logistics, covering customs clearance, inland transport, port formalities and bulk cargo survey & Inspection to ensure seamless import and export processes.

Bulk Cargo Expertise

From clinker, coal, limestone, oil tanker, scrap to food grains, etc, we move commodities efficiently as we specialize in large-scale shipments ranging from 25,000 to 65,000+ metric tons.

Owner's Protective Agency (OPA)

As your trusted OPA in Bangladesh, we protect the vessel owner's interests during every port call. We ensure cost transparency, port coordination, and continuous reporting, serving as your local eyes and ears.

Survey & Inspection Services

We support clients by providing expert surveys and inspections to ensure their vessel and cargo meet global standards—accurate, compliant, and worry-free.

Our Esteemed Clients

Leadership

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→ Director – Bangladesh Shipping Agents’ Association (BSAA)

→ Director – International Business Forum of Bangladesh (IBFB)

→ Director – Bangladesh-Malaysia Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BMCCI)

Rotarian Md. Azfar Ali

Founder & Managing Director, Saraf Shipping Agency

Md. Azfar Ali is a prominent and highly respected figure in Bangladesh’s shipping and logistics industry. With over 25 years of experience, he has played a pivotal role in shaping maritime trade in Chattogram, the heart of the country’s economy. As a dynamic entrepreneur, he founded Saraf Shipping Agency in the mid-1990s with a bold vision to bring international standards, transparency, and professionalism to port operations in Bangladesh.

Under his leadership, Saraf Shipping has handled over 700 vessels with a spotless service record, including 150+ vessels in recent years for renowned global clients such as Shun Shing Shipping Ltd. His sharp business acumen and commitment to excellence have earned Saraf prestigious recognition, including the Best Shipping Company of the Year award from the Government of Bangladesh and the Orthokonto Business Award, presented by Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus.

Beyond business, Md. Azfar Ali is a devoted Rotarian and serves as Deputy District Governor of Rotary International District 3280. He actively supports global and local initiatives focused on education, health, disaster relief, and sustainability, bringing the Rotary ethos of “Service Above Self” into both his humanitarian and professional work.

Md. Azfar Ali’s journey is not just one of entrepreneurial success—it’s a story of trust, service, and vision. Clients continue to choose Saraf Shipping because they know they’re partnering with a company guided by integrity and led by someone who truly lives and breathes maritime excellence.