Bangladesh Navy Equipment Inventory

Introduction The Bangladesh Navy has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past two decades, evolving from a modest coastal force into a modern, multi-dimensional maritime service with blue-water aspirations. As of 2025, the Navy fields an increasingly capable inventory of surface combatants, submarines, aircraft, amphibious vessels, and support craft, bolstered by ongoing procurement programmes and strategic partnerships with countries such as China, Germany, Italy, South Korea, UK, and USA. This comprehensive inventory aims to document and categorise all currently active platforms, vehicles, aircraft, and support assets in service with the Bangladesh Navy. The information is drawn from open-source intelligence, official releases, and reputable defence publications, offering a structured reference for researchers, analysts, and defence enthusiasts. With a growing focus on maritime domain awareness, coastal defence, anti-submarine warfare, and expeditionary capabilities, the Bangladesh Navy now plays a critical role in securing the nation’s vast maritime interests, including the Bay of Bengal’s