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…
On 29 Mar 2026, Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI (M) S. Bt (Retd), Chairman KPT, along with KPT officials, undertook a detailed visit of various port areas to oversee ongoing…
The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has reported a notable increase in vessel traffic during March 2026 compared to both the previous month and the same period last year. Official data…
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has reported a notable rise in transhipment container handling at private terminals since March 1, indicating the port’s expanding role in regional logistics. Official data shows…
The Pakistan Ship’s Agents Association (PSAA) has formally raised concerns regarding the newly issued International Transhipment Rules under SRO 517(I)/2026, announced on March 18 by the Federal Board of Revenue…
Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) has ensured uninterrupted energy supplies to the country. PNSC continued operations despite the High…
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said that the dredging of the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) main channel by KGTL, which began on Wednesday, will mark a…
Pakistan’s export sector is experiencing significant disruptions as shipping lines have suspended vessel movements to the Middle East, leaving hundreds of export containers stranded at local ports, senior business leaders…
With increasing reliance from international shipping lines operating across Middle East shipping routes, Karachi Port is witnessing a notable rise in transshipment cargo handling, further strengthening its role as a…
DP World today announced record financial results for 2025, with revenue up 22% to $24.4 billion, and adjusted EBITDA up 18% to $6.4 billion (margin 26.3%), driven by strong performance…
The Port of Vancouver reached a historic milestone in 2025, handling a record 170.4 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo, representing an 8% increase from the previous year. This surge…
The Karachi Port Trust (KPT), in coordination with its private container terminals, has taken a significant step to alleviate port congestion by waiving demurrage charges on auctionable and auctioned containers,…
According to the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) Fire Department, a fire incident outside the South Asia Pakistan Terminals (SAPTL) Gate in Clifton, Karachi, was swiftly contained. At approximately 16:15 hours…
The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) continues to play a proactive role in mitigating the impact of the evolving regional maritime crisis by facilitating uninterrupted maritime trade. In this regard, the CGLA…