Navana Limited

Name

Navana Limited

Legal name

Navana Logistics Ltd

Website

https://navana-logistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Marine Cargo Handling (48832)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Ocean Freight Brokerage (FCL/LCL) (TLADAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

FCL (Full Container Load) Ocean Forwarding (TLACABAA), Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG), FCL Aggregation / Co-Loading & Space Brokerage (TLACALAF)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Supply chain management
• Customs brokerage
• Warehousing distribution
• Multimodal transportation

Headquarters

HQ city

Model Town

HQ country

Pakistan

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Air freight, sea freight (FCL/LCL), and combined transport services generating fees based on shipment weight, volume, and destination. Services include customs brokerage, warehousing, and inland transportation bundled or standalone.
2. Supply Chain Management: 4PL integrated logistics, order management, and freight consolidation services providing ongoing management fees and transaction-based charges
3. Warehousing & Distribution: Storage, inventory management, and fulfillment services charged per storage duration and handling activities
4. Customs Brokerage: Licensed customs clearance services at origin and destination for compliance and documentation processing

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Navana Logistics Ltd provides international freight forwarding and integrated supply chain management services for exporters, importers, and manufacturers. The core portfolio covers air freight, sea freight (FCL/LCL), multimodal combined transport, inland trucking, bonded warehousing and distribution, licensed customs brokerage, import logistics, and 4PL supply chain orchestration delivered from a five-office Bangladesh base with 24/7 control tower visibility across 72+ countries.

Product overview

Navana Logistics Ltd operates as a comprehensive freight forwarding and supply chain management platform offering integrated logistics solutions. The portfolio consists of nine distinct service products centered around core freight forwarding capabilities: Air Freight and Sea Freight as the primary transportation modes, Combined Transport for multimodal routing, Inland Transportation for domestic trucking, and Warehousing & Distribution for storage/fulfillment. These core services are supported by Customs Brokerage for compliance, Import Service for inbound logistics, Supply Chain Management (4PL) for orchestration and visibility, and Other Services for ancillary support. The platform delivers end-to-end coverage from origin to destination across 72+ countries, with a control tower providing 24/7 visibility and coordinated operations across Bangladesh's five offices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Freight Priority air freight services with carrier capacity management, charter operations, and time-critical shipments for businesses needing expedited international cargo movement. Includes airport operations coordination, multiple airline partnerships, and 24/7 milestone tracking.
• Sea Freight Full ocean freight services covering FCL and NVOCC operations, LCL consolidation to USA and Europe, purchase order management, buyers consolidation, and project/heavy lift cargo. Includes a dedicated GOH facility and a 40-acre Container Freight Station with 130,000 SQFT of bonded warehousing.
• Combined Transport Multimodal transportation integrating rail, road, and waterway modes for door-to-door delivery. Includes Sea-Air services via Dubai (15-18 days transit) and Singapore/Colombo (10-12 days) and Air-Air services via Dubai/Doha (5-7 days).
• Inland Transportation 24-hour trucking services within major Bangladesh cities connecting ports, terminals, and inland destinations. Features loading and unloading facilities, dedicated fleet, cross-border coverage, and GPS geo-fenced tracking.
• Warehousing and Distribution Integrated warehousing offering bonded and temperature-controlled storage, Warehouse Management System (WMS) and RFID automation, nationwide fulfillment, and distribution network capabilities, with capacity of 40,000 CBM and handling of 2,250 TEUs per month at the flagship CFS/ICD facility.
• Customs Brokerage Licensed customs brokerage with own and contracted customs brokers at origin and destination. Includes HS code consultancy, digital pre-clearance, and compliance assurance for cross-border trade under CTPAT, FIATA, ICS2, BAFFA, and WCA frameworks.
• Import Service Comprehensive import logistics covering optimized pricing, guaranteed capacity, LCL services, flexible transport options, regulatory compliance, and end-to-end port-to-door solutions for businesses importing into Bangladesh.
• Supply Chain Management 4PL integrated logistics with order management, real-time visibility, and freight consolidation. Provides comprehensive supply chain orchestration and visibility solutions for customers seeking outsourced end-to-end logistics management.
• Other Services Ancillary supporting services including inland transportation coordination, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, personal and household effect storage, packing, and pickup and delivery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 18+ years of continuous operations since 2007
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• World Cargo Alliance (WCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in WCA global network providing access to worldwide freight forwarding partners, preferential rates, and collaborative logistics solutions across 150+ countries.
• FIATAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations membership providing global credibility, standardized services, and networking within the freight forwarding industry.
• Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association (BAFFA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational association membership aligning Navana's processes with local industry standards and regulatory compliance.
• Maersk LinemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShipping line partner providing ocean freight services with global carrier contracts.
• MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the world's leading shipping lines providing container shipping services.
• CMA CGMmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench container transportation and shipping company partner for global trade lane coverage.
• COSCO Shipping LinesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese state-owned shipping company partner for Asia and global trade lane services.
• Hyundai Merchant MarinemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean shipping company partner for ocean freight services.
• OOCL (Orient Overseas Container Line)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHong Kong-based shipping company partner for global container services.
• Evergreen MarinemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTaiwanese shipping company partner for global liner services.
• Hapag-LloydmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman container shipping company partner for European and global trade lanes.
• Emirates Skywards (Emirates)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirline partner for priority air freight capacity and charter services.
• Qatar Airways CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor air cargo carrier partner for express and priority freight services.
• Singapore Airlines CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium airline partner for air freight services across Asia-Pacific and beyond.
• Turkish Airlines CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirline partner providing cargo capacity through Istanbul hub for Europe and beyond.
• Etihad Airways CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUAE airline partner for cargo services through Abu Dhabi hub.
• All World ShippingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational shipping network partner for global logistics connections.
• Global Logistics NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal logistics network providing international freight forwarding connections and services.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Flexport: US-based digital-native freight forwarder offering ocean, air, truck, and customs with a technology-first platform. Comparable on FCL/LCL ocean and air forwarding, but differentiated by a fully digital booking/API platform that competes for the same digitally-mature Bangladesh shippers Navana targets.

Broad incumbents

• Expeditors International: US-headquartered global freight forwarder with strong Asia-Pacific and air freight capabilities. Directly comparable on air and ocean freight forwarding plus customs brokerage, and competes for the same garment/textile exporter accounts moving through Bangladesh.
• C.H. Robinson: Large global 3PL/freight broker with NAST (North American Surface Transportation) and Global Forwarding divisions. Comparable on ocean/air freight brokerage and customs services, particularly for large multi-national customers sourcing from or shipping to Bangladesh.
• DHL Global Forwarding: DHL's forwarding division provides air, ocean, road, and rail freight plus customs services globally. Directly comparable on FCL/LCL ocean and air freight forwarding, but with an established Bangladesh presence and broader enterprise customer book that Navana competes against for large accounts.
• DSV A/S: Global freight forwarder (post-Panalpina and Schenker acquisitions) offering air, sea, road, and project logistics plus customs. Competes with Navana for medium-to-large Bangladesh export/import accounts and offers similar door-to-door, multi-modal solutions.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with deep ocean, air, and overland capabilities plus global customs brokerage. Comparable to Navana on FCL/LCL ocean forwarding, customs brokerage, and air freight, but operates at vastly greater scale across all major trade lanes including Bangladesh.
• Maersk Logistics & Services: Integrated container shipping and logistics arm of Maersk. Comparable on FCL ocean forwarding, customs, and inland transport, and is also a Navana carrier partner — making it both a supplier and a competitor as carriers increasingly internalize forwarding.

Regional players

• Sinotrans: China's largest freight forwarder with extensive Asia and Belt-and-Road trade lane coverage. Comparable on FCL/LCL ocean forwarding, customs brokerage, and supply chain management — competing for China-Bangladesh trade volumes that Navana also handles.
• Yusen Logistics: Japan-headquartered global logistics provider with strong Asia-Pacific footprint, including Bangladesh garment sourcing routes. Comparable on ocean/air forwarding, customs, and warehousing for apparel and consumer goods exporters in South/Southeast Asia.

Direct peers

• EFL Global (Eastern Freight Limited): EFL Global is a Bangladesh-headquartered freight forwarder and supply chain company with similar end-to-end service offering (FCL/LCL, air freight, customs, warehousing). It is the most directly comparable peer — competing head-to-head for the same Bangladesh exporter/importer customers, particularly in the RMG vertical.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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