ADB team visited the Port Qasim on port-rail connectivity project
A team of consultants from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) visited the Port Qasim Authority (PQA) today as part of their study on Port-Rail Connectivity. During the visit, the PQA…
INX maritime service launched in Pakistan
The weekly maritime service will commence its operations globally on February 5th, with its first departure from the port city of Karachi. Speaking as the chief guest Vice Admiral Faisal…
Global supply chains are forced to change rapidly as world trade enters a new era
Three-quarters of businesses worldwide are overhauling their supply chains by working with more rather than fewer suppliers to mitigate risks in an increasingly fragmented global environment. Research unveiled by Economist…
Unifeeder triples intra-Mediterranean market share with region leading growth
Unifeeder, part of DP World Marine Services, achieved remarkable growth in the intra-Mediterranean trade sector in 2024. It tripled its market share to 4.3% and solidified its position as a…
PNSC hosted an “Inland Study Tour”
Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) hosted an "Inland Study Tour" today for participants of the 54th PN Staff Course and the 22nd Correspondence Staff Course. The Delegation was led by…
Federal Minister of Maritime Affairs, laid the foundation of the sports complex
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh paid a visit to Port Qasim Authority (PQA) and laid the foundation for the Sports Complex, Water Filtration Plant and Boundry wall…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs conducts performance review meeting
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, spearheaded a Performance Review Meeting attended by Additional Secretary MoMA, Mr Umer Zafar Sheikh, to assess the progress of key maritime…
DP World and NLC launch direct shipping service to Bangladesh
DP World and NLC have shipped more than 1,000 containers between Pakistan and Bangladesh since launching the first direct shipping route between the two countries in October. This strategic initiative…
Commercial importers urge FBR to resolve port backlog crisis
Salim Valimohammad, Chairman of the Pakistan Chemicals & Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA), has expressed deep concern over the significant backlog of consignments at the ports, caused by the lack of…
Hutchison Ports KICT addresses digital payment solutions
Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited (“Standard Chartered”) has partnered with Haball, the leading provider of digital supply chain payments solutions and Hutchison Ports KICT to automate and digitalise its payment…
Italy’s oldest naval sailing and training ship, Amerigo Vespucci arrived in Karachi
The Italian Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Marilina Armellin, hosted a prestigious dinner to commemorate the arrival of Italy's oldest naval sailing and training ship, Amerigo Vespucci. Distinguished guests, including the…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affair reviewed progress of key maritime organizations
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, spearheaded a Performance Review Meeting attended by Federal Secretary MoMA, Mr. Zafar Ali Shah and Additional Secretary MoMA, Mr. Umer Zafar…
PIBTL experienced a fire accident at the terminal last month
Pakistan International Bulk Terminal Limited (the “PIBT”) experienced a fire accident at the terminal last month. In a notification to PSX, it said that by the requirements of the Rule Book…
PNSC is in discussions with UK and Chinese supplier to replace 4 Aframax Tankers
Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) held its corporate briefing today to discuss its FY24 financial results and future outlook. The following are the key highlights reported by AKD Research: · Company…
DP World convenes global leaders to discuss the future of freight
Leading global figures from trade, logistics, business, and government will discuss the future of freight in Dubai this week at DP World’s Global Freight Summit. Industry leaders will debate and…
Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh’s participates in the Global Maritime Trade Summit
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, participated in the Global Maritime Trade Summit organized by the International Chamber of Shipping. Expressing his gratitude for the invitation, the Federal…
Hutchison Ports Pakistan kicks off 4th year of Mangrove Plantation.
Hutchison Ports Pakistan has launched the fourth year of its "Go Green" tree plantation campaign, with a goal of planting 100,000 mangrove saplings in Sonmiani. This campaign, initiated in 2021…
Pakistan and Bangladesh established direct maritime link between the two countries.
A cargo vessel from Pakistan’s Karachi arrived at Chittagong Port on November 13, the first direct trade between the two countries. The ship, carrying a diverse array of goods with…
GAC received the Maritime Standard Awards 2024
For the 6th time, the GAC Group has won the Ship Agency of the Year accolade at the premier shipping and maritime awards event in the Middle East and Indian…
International Cargo Terminals receives the operating license in Pakistan
International Cargo Terminals (ICT) expresses heartfelt appreciation and acknowledgement for issuing the operating license, which marks a pivotal milestone in our mission to advance Pakistan’s cargo handling and trade infrastructure.…
Islamabad: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh along with the officers of Ministry of Maritime Affairs in meeting with the senior officials of Danish Shipping Company Maersk Line on November 11, 2024
Danish Foreign Minister’s visit to Pakistan
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh on Nov 11 welcomed senior officials from Maersk Line, the Danish shipping giant, to a key meeting ahead of the Danish Foreign…
PIBTL ready to exports Thar Coal whenever the government requests them: AKD research
Pakistan International Bulk Terminal (PIBTL) held its analyst briefing today to brief investors about FY24 financial results and shed light on the future outlook: The company posted a topline of…
Milbros has launched UV Graphs for vessel’s tank cleaning
Milbros, a Veson Nautical solution and the industry’s most reliable and extensive database of liquid bulk products, has launched Milbros UV Graphs, a product aimed at revolutionizing traditional tank cleaning practices…
SI Global Solutions becomes the first Pakistani company to get membership in IALA
SI Global Solutions, a leading maritime and fastest-growing ICT system integrator and consultancy company, has become the first Pakistani company to receive membership in the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities…
Minister of Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh chaired the performance review meeting.
Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, led a performance review meeting to evaluate the progress of key maritime organizations, including the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), Karachi Port Trust…