KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) showcased dynamic port activities on November 16, 2023, as cargo ships engaged in significant arrivals and departures.
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Shipping Buzz at Port Qasim on November 15
Karachi, November 15, 2023 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) in Karachi witnessed heightened shipping activity on Tuesday as five prominent vessels, namely MSC Nassau, Maersk Denver, MSC Medelaine, Southern Robin, and Milaha Raslaffan, berthed at the Qasim International Container Terminal, Liquid Cargo Terminal, and Engro Elengy Terminal, respectively.
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Port Qasim Shipping Activity Report for October 31, 2023
Karachi, October 31, 2023 – Port Qasim, a vital maritime gateway in Pakistan, witnessed busy shipping activity on Monday, with several ships engaged in the loading and offloading of various cargoes.
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Customs Agents Call for Legislation to Regulate Shipping Lines and Terminal Operators
Karachi, October 26, 2023 – In a move aimed at safeguarding the interests and rights of traders, customs agents, and other stakeholders, members of the Karachi Customs Agents Association (KCAA) have called upon the government to enact legislation to regulate shipping lines and terminal operators.
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Transporters Demand Uniform Enforcement of Axle Load Limit to Prevent Overloading Incidents
Karachi, October 15, 2023 – Transporters across Pakistan are calling for the consistent and rigorous implementation of an axle load limit to prevent accidents caused by overloading.
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National Logistics Cell Expands Trade Focus on Central Asia, Russia, and China
Karachi, October 2, 2023 – Major General Farrukh Shahzad Rao, the Director General of the National Logistics Cell (NLC), has announced the NLC’s commitment to strengthening trade relations with Central Asia, Russia, China, and Tashkent. This initiative aims to tap into the growing demand for Pakistani goods in these regions and enhance economic ties.
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Shipping Movements at Karachi Port Trust on September 20
Karachi, September 20, 2023 – Here are the key shipping movements at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) over the past 24 hours, concluding at 0700 hours on Wednesday:
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US Deputy Chief of Mission Reiterates Commitment to Green Shipping in Pakistan
Karachi, September 14, 2023 – Today in Karachi, the United States has reaffirmed its strong commitment to collaborate with the Government of Pakistan and the port and shipping industry to develop a comprehensive national action plan.
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Shipping Activity at Port Qasim on August 29
Karachi, August 29, 2023 – Port Qasim, one of Pakistan’s key maritime gateways, witnessed a bustling day of shipping activity on August 28, 2023, with several vessels arriving and departing to facilitate the movement of various cargoes.
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FBR Notifies Rules to Fully Implement Pakistan Single Window
Islamabad, August 22, 2023 – In a significant move towards streamlining trade processes and enhancing compliance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a notification to enforce the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) system for all government agencies.
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