Karachi, March 12, 2026: Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released its daily shipping and cargo operations report, providing an update on vessel movements and cargo handling at one of Pakistan’s busiest maritime gateways. According to the report issued by the Marine Operations Department at 0800 hours, a total of 11 vessels were berthed at different terminals at the port while several others were anchored offshore awaiting berthing clearance.
The report shows that multiple vessels handled a wide range of import and export commodities including coal, rice, containers, LPG, bitumen, mogas, cement, and canola seed during the last 24 hours. Bulk cargo operations remained active at terminals such as PIBT, FOTCO, QICT, and HFP&S, reflecting steady trade activity through the port.
Among the ships at berth were M.V. Nikos, M.V. Hansa Europe, M.V. Grand Ocean, M.V. Eastern Venture, M.V. Bristol, and several tankers including M.T. Navigator Atlantic, M.T. Ocean Princess-1, and M.T. Nave Atropos. These vessels were engaged in the loading and unloading of commodities ranging from coal and rice to petroleum products and liquefied petroleum gas.
The shipping movement schedule indicates that M.V. Nikos and M.V. Hansa Europe departed the port early in the morning, while M.V. Eastern Venture was scheduled to sail later in the day. Meanwhile, tanker M.T. Aprex was expected to berth at the Liquid Cargo Terminal for cargo operations.
Port officials also reported continued dredging operations by the dredger Indus Dolphin, which completed several operational trips in the last 24 hours to maintain navigational depth in the channel.
According to the report, no additional ships were expected to arrive later in the day, while port operations continued smoothly with cargo handling activities across multiple terminals. Port Qasim Authority stated that regular vessel movement and cargo throughput highlight the port’s vital role in facilitating Pakistan’s maritime trade and logistics network.