Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced the establishment of a modern small industrial estate at Port Qasim, spanning approximately 400 acres, to promote industrialisation and…
The 6th Marine Pollution Control Board meeting, with participation from DG Ports & Shipping Riazuddin Khan, Chairman KPT Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI (M) S.Bt (Retd) and other key federal…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Wednesday named environmental activist Almas Kasmani as Ambassador for the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) for her efforts to restore mangroves…
The Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transforming Pakistan’s ports into dynamic regional trade hubs, emphasising that the destiny of Karachi Port…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry awarded certificates to KPT firefighters, security personnel, and the Traffic Department for averting a major fire incident at one of the…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, accompanied by Chairman Karachi Port Trust (KPT) Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed, visited the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) to discuss…
Marine ISTA of Vitol completed the largest-ever bunkering operation at Karachi Port, supplying 4,900 metric tonnes of fuel to MSC Apollo. The vessel made a bunker-only call at the KPT…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry here on Monday announced the formation of a committee to assess the water issues at Port Qasim. The body comprising Port…
Boskalis announces the successful first deployment of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) from its new Remote Operations Center (ROC) in Aberdeen, following an 18-month development program and an investment of GBP…
The MV SELEN, operated by NLC (AP Line), has docked at Karachi Port. This marks the first arrival of a Pakistan-bound container vessel following recent disruptions in the Strait of…
DP World Foundation, the philanthropic arm of DP World, has delivered 17,800 essential food supply boxes across eight international locations, supporting approximately 45,000 people. The initiative benefitted approximately 45,000 individuals…
Pakistan and Ethiopia have agreed to explore establishing a trilateral maritime alliance, potentially including Djibouti, to enhance trade connectivity between Asia and Africa. The understanding was reached during a meeting between…
Gwadar Port recently welcomed the MV Riva Glory, carrying 14,629 tonnes of cargo. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, highlighted the increasing commercial activity and confidence from…
In a significant move to bolster Pakistan’s maritime sector amid evolving regional security dynamics, the Government has approved a series of groundbreaking initiatives recommended by a high-level committee led by…
Khurram Ijaz, a foreign trade expert and former FPCCI Vice President, has condemned the “unjust practices” of port authorities and shipping lines as exporters face mounting charges for containers stranded…
Pakistan Chemicals & Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) Chairman Salim Valimuhammad stated that Karachi Port is experiencing an unprecedented surge in transhipment activity, which he sees as a major opportunity for…
Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) plans to acquire two modern product oil tankers, each with a capacity of 40,000-55,000 deadweight tonnes (DWT), at an estimated cost of Tk 7.33 billion. This…
Hutchison Ports KICT has completed biometric registration for more than 15,000 truck drivers, becoming the first container terminal in Pakistan to introduce a comprehensive digital verification system to enhance operational…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Maritime Ports Administration SA, Port of Constanța, Romania, signed a landmark MoU to enhance maritime cooperation, trade connectivity, and economic ties. The MoU was signed…
The Port of Gothenburg has acquired a large area located in the port’s outer areas. The agreement – signed on Tuesday morning with the seller, Platzer – establishes the conditions…
On the occasion of Global Zero Waste Day, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry underscored the importance of this year’s theme, “Food Loss and Waste”, for Pakistan.…
Chattogram Port has successfully reinstated the 'zero waiting time' benchmark, marking a significant achievement in the country's port management system. This milestone ensures that vessels no longer experience delays at…
Karachi’s maritime trade continues to show resilience, with 13 merchant vessels currently berthed across the city’s key terminals, reflecting steady flows of industrial raw materials, agricultural commodities, and containerized goods.…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced on Saturday that the Port Qasim Authority (PQA) is boosting transhipment operations through the Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT), successfully…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Sunday said that Gwadar Port is rapidly emerging as a secure and strategic maritime hub, as shifting regional dynamics prompt…
