KARACHI, April 11 – Port Qasim reported steady cargo handling and vessel movement over the past 24 hours, with port authorities highlighting sustained maritime activity across key terminals, according to an official statement released on Saturday.
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Port Qasim sees heavy cargo flow as fuel, food imports surge
KARACHI, April 10 – Pakistan’s Port Qasim reported strong shipping activity on Wednesday as multiple vessels arrived, departed and handled large volumes of essential commodities, according to the Port Qasim Authority’s daily operational report.
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Port Qasim handles over 117,000 tons cargo in 24 hours: shipping activity update
Karachi, April 8, 2026 – The Port Qasim Authority has released its daily shipping activity report, highlighting vessel movements and cargo handling operations over the past 24 hours to keep maritime stakeholders informed.
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Port Qasim Reports Daily Shipping Activity – April 7, 2026
KARACHI: The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) on Tuesday released its daily shipping activity report, detailing vessel movements at one of Pakistan’s busiest seaports.
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Port Qasim Handles Massive Cargo Flow in 24 Hours
Karachi, April 5, 2026 – The Port Qasim Authority released its daily shipping and cargo statement, highlighting active port operations, vessel movements, and commodity handling at one of Pakistan’s busiest maritime hubs.
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Shipping agents assure no war surcharge on shipments, minister confirm
Islamabad, April 4, 2026 – Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has confirmed that shipping agents have assured the government that no war-related surcharges are being imposed on in-transit shipments or cargo moving through other routes, providing relief to importers and exporters amid global trade uncertainties.
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Port Qasim handles over 109,000 tons cargo in 24 hours
Karachi, April 2, 2026 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) released its daily shipping operations report for Thursday, highlighting steady maritime activity and efficient cargo handling at one of Pakistan’s key ports.
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Minister orders 30-day plan to clear stuck containers at ports
Islamabad, April 2, 2026 – Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has directed port authorities to implement a comprehensive 30-day plan to clear stuck-up containers and surplus cargo from major ports, aiming to reduce congestion and improve operational efficiency.
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Pakistan unveils plan for maritime energy city to boost oil and gas trade
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – Pakistan has announced plans to develop a major maritime energy hub aimed at strengthening its role in global energy logistics and trade. The initiative, titled the Pakistan Maritime Energy City (PMEC), will focus on storage and re-export of oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
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War Risk Surcharge Rules Revised—Here’s What Changes
Pakistan’s maritime and trade sector is set to see improved transparency and relief measures after a high-level sub-committee formed by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, under the directive of the Prime Minister, finalized key decisions to address longstanding concerns of exporters and importers.
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