Our Story
Founded in 1953 by Mohammed Khalilur Rahman, MKR Group began with a vision to anchor Bangladesh in global trade through maritime innovation. From building Chalna Port to developing Mongla Port, his work laid the foundations of an industry that powered a nation’s growth. Today, MKR has grown far beyond shipping into a diversified enterprise—driven by innovation, exploring new frontiers, and building global partnerships that shape the future of trade and industry.
The MKR
Journey
Founding Era (1950s - 1970s)
Pioneered port development, stevedoring, and agency operations anchoring Bangladesh’s trade.
Expansion Era (1970s - 2000s)
Diversified into ship owning, ship breaking, and ready made garments exports
Global Era (2000s - Present)
From long-standing partnerships in shipping, commodities trade, and apparel to bold ventures in FMCG, IT, aviation, agriculture, and more —MKR is continually exploring new frontiers.
The MKR Journey
What We Believe
Progress must be shared
Business only thrives when communities grow.
Relationships outlast transactions
Partnerships are our measure of success.
Innovation keeps legacy alive
By adapting, we honour our past while shaping the future.
Progress must be shared
Business only thrives when communities grow.
Relationships outlast transactions
Partnerships are our measure of success.
Innovation keeps legacy alive
By adapting, we honour our past while shaping the future.
Innovation in Humanitarian Aid
& Global Operations
Vacuvator Technology
Pioneered bulk food grain lighterage with the World Food Programme (WFP), CARE, and USAID — including landmark wheat operations in 1984.
Benship International
Extended Bangladesh's reach during the PL-480 aid programmes, managing mother vessels and lightering operations across South Asia.
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Post-1971 Relief
Carried food aid and essentials for CARE and USAID during Bangladesh's reconstruction period.
Looking Ahead
From pioneering aid logistics to powering today's national energy supply, MKR has always shown up when it mattered most. Tomorrow, we see MKR as more than a group of companies - a hub of solutions bridging Bangladesh with the world, constantly diversifying, innovating, and growing.
