S.I.T.E. Association of Industry (SAI) has sounded the alarm over the nationwide strike by goods transporters, warning that the halt in cargo movement is rapidly strangling Pakistan’s industrial and trade supply chain. In a detailed statement, SAI President Ahmed Azeem Alvi said the recurring strikes by transporters are causing serious and lasting damage to the national economy. He urged the government to step in without delay, stressing that no group should be allowed to disrupt the flow of essential goods or undermine economic stability.

Mr Alvi called on the government to immediately revive and expand railway freight services between Karachi and major cities across the country. He said the introduction of high‑speed cargo trains could dramatically reduce transportation time and costs while ensuring a steady, reliable flow of goods.

“The strike has brought export and import cargo to a standstill. Exporters are unable to meet delivery deadlines promised to international buyers, and this raises serious concerns about potential order cancellations,” he cautioned.

He noted that containers stranded at ports are now incurring heavy demurrage and detention charges, placing an additional financial burden on the business community.

Mr Alvi warned that if industries do not receive raw materials soon, production could grind to a complete halt—triggering a ripple effect across the economy. “This is an extremely alarming situation,” he said. “The government must act immediately to restore cargo movement and prevent long‑term damage to Pakistan’s industrial and commercial sectors.”.