Karachi, January 10, 2025 – Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released a comprehensive shipping operations schedule for Friday, January 10, 2025, highlighting the bustling activity at Pakistan’s second-busiest seaport. Port Qasim continues to play a pivotal role in facilitating trade and ensuring seamless maritime operations for stakeholders.
Sailing of Vessels
Several vessels are set to depart from Port Qasim, carrying a diverse range of commodities:
1. M.T-Bitumen Kosei (Reg No. 35270): Carrying 4,433 tons of bitumen, this 103-meter-long vessel will depart at noon, managed by Transmarine, from Berth M/W-I.
2. M.V-GFS Ruby (Reg No. 35305): A 176-meter-long container vessel, operated by Eastwind Shipping, is scheduled to sail at 12:00 from QT2-I.
3. M.V-Beauty Jasmine (Reg No. 35187): Loaded with 59,510 tons of coal, this 199-meter vessel will leave at 15:30 from PIBT under the management of GSA (Pvt) Ltd.
4. M.T-Asia Unity (Reg No. 35236): This 177-meter ship carrying 27,149 tons of palm oil will depart from LCT at 15:30, managed by Al-Pine Marine.
5. M.V-Honest 1 (Reg No. 35292): With 10,050 tons of rice, this vessel will sail at 15:30 from FAP, represented by Universal Shipping.
6. M.V-Hyundai Hongkong (Reg No. 35312): A 304-meter-long container ship managed by Ocean Network Express, it will depart at 15:30 from QICT-VII.
7. M.T-Epic Bolivar (Reg No. 35316): Carrying 3,752 tons of LPG, this 119-meter vessel will leave from EVTL at 15:30, handled by Al-Pine Marine.
Berthing of Vessels
Port Qasim is also gearing up to accommodate several incoming vessels, reflecting its strategic importance:
1. M.T-White Shark (Reg No. 35319): Berthing at SSGC at 10:30, carrying 9,332 tons of LPG, managed by Merchant Marine Services.
2. M.V-COSCO Taihangshan (Reg No. 35285): Scheduled to dock at M/W-I at 15:00 with 30,000 tons of iron ore, managed by Gearbulk Shipping.
3. M.T-Nymph Thetis (Reg No. 35239): Bringing 16,228 tons of palm oil, this vessel will berth at LCT at 18:30 under Al-Pine Marine.
4. M.T-Chemroad Zenith (Reg No. 35317): Arriving at EVTL at 18:30 with 31,482 tons of phosphoric acid, also managed by Al-Pine Marine.
Port Qasim remains a vital hub for Pakistan’s maritime trade, facilitating efficient handling of goods and maintaining its status as a cornerstone of the nation’s economic infrastructure.