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Maritime Heritage
A proud legacy forged through courage, sacrifice and an unwavering commitment to the nation's maritime sovereignty.
Our Story
Historical Heritage
From the waters of the Liberation War to a modern three-dimensional naval force — the journey of Bangladesh Navy spans over five decades of unwavering service.
Surface FleetModern Warships
State-of-the-Art Missile & Communications Technology
First state of the art missile, communications equipment, Radar and Helideck fitted warships of Bangladesh Navy represent the pinnacle of modern naval engineering — capable of engaging threats at sea, in the air and below the surface.
Naval AviationBN Helicopter Fleet
BN Helicopters capable of landing at various ship and naval bases — attached to Naval Aviation and extending the fleet's reach far beyond the horizon for patrol, search & rescue, and anti-submarine operations.
SubmarineSubmarine Commissioning
Stepping into the three dimensional form of Bangladesh Navy through Submarine Commissioning — a landmark moment that transformed Bangladesh into a modern three-dimensional naval power.
Timeline
Key Milestones in
Naval History
Birth of Bangladesh Navy
Established during the Liberation War, Bangladesh Navy was born from the courage of Bengali sailors who defected from Pakistan Navy to fight for independence.
First Frigate Commissioned
BNS Umar Farooq, Bangladesh Navy's first Type 41 frigate, was commissioned marking a significant step in naval modernisation.
Submarine Acquisition
Bangladesh Navy inducted its first two Ming-class submarines, entering the three-dimensional maritime domain and transforming the country's naval posture.
Modern Fleet Expansion
Continued fleet modernisation with state-of-the-art missile systems, advanced communications, radar and helideck-fitted warships joining the fleet.
Fleet in Action
Guardians of the
Bay of Bengal
Bangladesh Navy patrols over 118,813 sq km of maritime territory, protecting the country's exclusive economic zone, fisheries, energy installations and sea lines of communication.
118,813
sq km EEZ
24/7
Surveillance
50+
Years of Service
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