Karachi, March 19, 2025 – Port Qasim Authority (PQA) continues to witness steady maritime activity as multiple shipping vessels arrived, departed, and shifted berths in the past 24 hours.
The port remains a crucial gateway for Pakistan’s import and export trade, handling diverse commodities ranging from liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to coal and edible oil.
In the latest shipping movements, two vessels sailed from Port Qasim, carrying essential cargo. M.T-KAISA I, transporting 3,266 metric tons of LPG, departed from the EVTL terminal at noon, while M.T-CHINOOK I, carrying 17,500 metric tons of palm oil, set sail from the LCT terminal later in the afternoon. The smooth operation of these vessels highlights the efficiency of shipping logistics at the port.
Simultaneously, several vessels berthed at Port Qasim, reinforcing the port’s significance in handling bulk shipments. The coal-laden M.V-BLOOM HALO docked at the PIBT terminal with a shipment of 60,494 metric tons. Meanwhile, M.T-HANYU CAMELLIA berthed at the EVTL terminal carrying 6,550 metric tons of Ethylene Dichloride (EDC). Palm oil shipments remained prominent as M.T-LOEVSTAKKEN docked at LCT with 8,998 metric tons of cargo. Additionally, M.V-SUPER ARTETA, carrying 40,000 metric tons of rice, arrived at the FAP terminal, contributing to Pakistan’s robust rice export sector.
Apart from routine berthing and departures, vessel shifting activities also took place at the port. M.V-AGRI OCEAN, carrying 66,199 metric tons of soybean seed, was repositioned from the outer anchorage to a berth to facilitate smooth unloading. Such logistical adjustments are essential in optimizing port operations and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
The continuous flow of shipping activity at Port Qasim highlights its strategic importance in Pakistan’s trade infrastructure. The port’s capacity to manage large-scale shipping operations efficiently enhances the country’s economic connectivity with global markets. As import and export demands rise, Port Qasim is expected to maintain its role as a critical hub for maritime trade. Stakeholders remain optimistic that improved port efficiency and streamlined shipping logistics will further bolster Pakistan’s trade sector in the coming months.