Three organizations operating under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, namely Karachi Port Trust (KPT), Port Qasim Authority (PQA), and Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), have secured positions among Pakistan’s ten…
Saudi Arabia showcases resilience and new prospects at the Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress in Jeddah, highlighting significant maritime strength and industry partnerships. Since the start of 2026, Saudi Arabia…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) facilitated the arrival and discharge of 179 electric buses (EVs) from Yingkou, China, aboard MV RUINING 6, which berthed at Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML)…
The Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress opens today at the Jeddah Superdome, bringing together government officials, shipping executives, port operators, logistics providers and investors to discuss the future of global…
Four vessels carrying a combined 108,277 metric tonnes of fertilizer have berthed at Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), underscoring the scale, efficiency and operational reliability of Karachi Port Trust…
Four DAP fertilizer vessels berthed at Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), reflecting the scale, efficiency and continuity of Karachi Port Trust's operations. DAP fertilizer is essential for supporting Pakistan's…
Chairman, Karachi Port Trust, Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI(M), S.Bt (Retd), convened a consultative meeting with Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs), Mr. M. Rajpar, Capt. Javed Iqbal, Chairman, Pakistan Ship…
On the sidelines of the recently concluded Islamic Summit in Karachi, prominent diplomatic representatives and international delegates held high‑level consultative meetings with Tariq Haleem, a leading figure in Pakistan’s maritime…
Karachi, 10 October 2026: Chairman Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and KPT–Karwan-e-Hayat Board of Governors, Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI(M), S.Bt (Retd), attended Karwan-e-Hayat’s World Mental Health Day 2026 event as…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said on Thursday that direct shipping connectivity between Karachi and major European ports had been restored, easing relief for exporters facing…
Bangladesh has signed a 15-year concession agreement between the Chattogram Port Authority (CPA) and Dubai-based DP World for the operation, management, and modernization of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT),…
MSC has commenced its PREMIUM IPAK service, providing a dedicated weekly direct liner connection from Karachi to major European markets. The service will make a weekly call at Karachi Gateway…
Mr. Bilal Saeed, Chief Executive Officer, CMA CGM Pak, called on Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI(M), S.Bt (Retd.), Chairman, KPT. The meeting focused on strengthening KPT–CMA CGM collaboration, enhancing maritime…
Noor-ul-Haq Baloch, Chairman, Gwadar Port Authority, called on Chairman KPT, Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI(M), S.Bt (Retd.), at KPT Head Office. Chairman KPT warmly welcomed the visiting Chairman. Discussions focused…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) maintained robust and efficient maritime operations, handling 215,313 metric tonnes of cargo during the 24-hour period from 0700 hours on 5 October to 0700 hours on…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said on Monday that Pakistan’s fish and seafood exports rose 74.4 per cent in value in the first quarter of the…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT), through its Marine Pollution Control Department, continued its efforts to protect the marine environment and maintain a cleaner harbour by carrying out systematic floating debris collection…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has directed that work be accelerated on establishing a one-door facilitation centre in Karachi to provide port-related business services under one…
With dredging works completed, Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML) - Noatum Ports is now positioned to accommodate larger vessels, with berth depths reaching 15 metres and enabling the handling…
A three-member delegation of exporters apprised Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry of difficulties arising from changes in shipping routes in the region, saying the longer routes…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) maintained robust and efficient maritime operations, handling 170,096 metric tonnes of cargo during the 24-hour period from 0700 hours on 30 September to 0700 hours on…
Capt. Javed Iqbal has been elected unopposed as Chairman of the Pakistan Ship’s Agents Association (PSAA) for the term 2026–2028 at the Association’s Annual General Meeting held on September 30,…
Karachi, 29 September 2026: Karachi Port Trust (KPT) maintained strong and efficient maritime operations, handling 219,377 metric tonnes of cargo during the 24-hour period from 0700 hours on 28 September…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry urged exporters to file Goods Declarations (GDs) on time and complete documentation. He chaired a meeting on issues faced by textile…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) maintained a robust pace of maritime and cargo operations, handling 91,787 metric tonnes of cargo during the 24-hour period from 0700 hours on 13 September to…