KARACHI – Maritime operations at Port Qasim Authority continued at a steady pace on Sunday, with multiple vessels engaged in cargo handling across key terminals, according to the port’s daily shipping report issued at 0800 hours.
The port handled a diverse range of commodities including palm oil, coal, containers, soybean seed, phosphoric acid, ethylene, bitumen and motor gasoline (mogas), reflecting sustained trade activity supporting Pakistan’s industrial and energy sectors.
Several vessels remained berthed at terminals, ensuring uninterrupted discharge and loading operations. Among the active ships were Chemroad Dita, African Raptor, Hansa Europe and Soul of Kolkata, all involved in handling bulk and liquid cargoes.
Coal shipments continued to dominate bulk operations, underlining persistent demand from power plants and heavy industries. Container throughput also remained strong, indicating stable trade flows through the port’s logistics network.
Operational data showed that a number of vessels completed cargo handling over the past 24 hours, while others continued operations with remaining onboard quantities. Some ships reported no active work, suggesting completed operations or temporary pauses in handling schedules.
Shipping activity remained fluid, with vessels such as Bulk Paraguay and African Raptor expected to sail later in the day. Meanwhile, incoming ships including Niledutch Lion, Star Rowyton and CD Fortune were scheduled to berth at designated terminals.
At the outer anchorage, additional vessels awaited berthing clearance, carrying cargoes such as coal, soybean seed, cement and containers from international origins including South Africa, Brazil and Indonesia.
No fresh vessel arrivals were reported during the day, indicating a brief lull in inbound traffic.
Overall, port operations remained stable, with around a dozen vessels berthed and several others in queue, reinforcing Port Qasim’s role as a key gateway for Pakistan’s maritime trade and economic activity.