Karachi, August 1, 2024 – Karachi Port has announced the shipping movements for Thursday, August 1, 2024, providing crucial information for stakeholders involved in maritime activities.
The report details the ships berthed, sailed, expected to sail, and expected to arrive, along with cargo handling turnover over the last 24 hours.
Ships Berthed:
1. GFS Giselle – Container Ship
2. Vancouver – Container Ship
3. MS Positano – Container Ship
4. Carina – Clinkers
Ships Sailed:
1. Lotus A
2. API Bhum
3. Bitumax
4. M.T Mardan
5. MS Positano
Expected Sailing:
• GFS Giselle – Expected to sail on August 1, 2024
Expected Arrival:
• M.T Sargodha – Arriving on August 1, 2024, with 70,000 metric tons of crude oil
• Erlyne – Arriving on August 1, 2024, with 4,400 metric tons of DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)
• XIN Lian Chang – Arriving on August 2, 2024, as a container ship
• SSL Godavari – Arriving on August 2, 2024, as a container ship
• MSC Alexa – Arriving on August 2, 2024, as a container ship
Cargo Handling Turnover: In the past 24 hours, Karachi Port managed a total cargo volume of 148,184 metric tons. This includes 61,410 metric tons of export cargo and 86,774 metric tons of import cargo. The detailed breakdown of the handled commodities is as follows:
• Containerized Cargo:
o Import: 72,495 metric tons
o Export: 44,021 metric tons
o Total: 116,516 metric tons
• Bulk Cargo:
o Import: 824 metric tons
o Export: None
o Total: 824 metric tons
• Clinkers:
o Import: None
o Export: 17,389 metric tons
o Total: 17,389 metric tons
• Diammonium Phosphate (DAP):
o Import: 4,225 metric tons
o Export: None
o Total: 4,225 metric tons
• Oil/Liquid Cargo:
o Import: 9,230 metric tons
o Export: None
o Total: 9,230 metric tons
Karachi Port’s detailed shipping movements and cargo handling turnover provide essential insights for businesses and stakeholders engaged in maritime trade. The efficient handling and timely updates are crucial for maintaining smooth operations and ensuring that the supply chain functions seamlessly. As ships come and go, the port remains a vital hub for Pakistan’s trade, contributing significantly to the economy through its robust infrastructure and dedicated workforce.