Karachi, January 19, 2026 – Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML) has taken a major step to modernize bulk cargo handling at Karachi Port by signing an agreement with GENMA, a leading Chinese company specializing in automated cargo solutions.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI (M) S. Bt (Retd), Chairman of Karachi Port Trust (KPT), who lauded the collaboration as a key milestone in enhancing Pakistan’s maritime trade infrastructure.
Under the agreement, KGTML will install two 800 TPH unloaders and two 1000 TPH loaders, dramatically improving cargo throughput, reducing vessel turnaround times, and minimizing spillage and operational risks. The project is also designed to enhance safety standards and environmental performance at the port, aligning with global best practices.
KPT Chairman Shahid Ahmed highlighted that this collaboration not only strengthens terminal operations but also supports future port development projects, positioning Karachi Port as a competitive hub for regional trade.
With the installation of advanced automated equipment, KGTML is set to become Pakistan’s first dedicated bulk export facility with full automation, significantly lowering logistics costs, increasing operational efficiency, and improving supply chain reliability for domestic industries.
The investment reflects KGTML’s commitment to leveraging modern technology for national export growth, boosting Pakistan’s trade capabilities, and ensuring world-class port services that meet the demands of an increasingly competitive global market.