Karachi, October 1, 2024 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has issued its latest shipping activity report for Tuesday, October 1, 2024, providing critical updates to stakeholders on the port’s operations. The report details a busy day of maritime activity, as several vessels docked, unloaded, and loaded cargo at one of Pakistan’s key trade gateways.
On Monday, three ships successfully berthed at different terminals within Port Qasim. The MSC Positano, a container ship, docked at the Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT), while the Ashico Victoria arrived at the Grain Terminal to offload rice. Additionally, the Alden berthed at the Engro Vopak Terminal to handle chemicals. These vessels represent a broad spectrum of goods being handled at the port, underlining Port Qasim’s versatility in managing diverse cargo types.
Simultaneously, three more vessels arrived at the outer anchorage of the port on the same day. These ships, Christos-K, Rakan-5, and Khairpur, were scheduled to load and offload cargo such as cement, rice, and gasoline, further adding to the day’s shipping activity.
In total, eight ships were actively engaged at various PQA berths over the past 24 hours. Notably, the container carrier Apollon-D departed the port on Tuesday morning, after completing its operations. Furthermore, four more vessels—MSC Positano, Southern Leader, ATN Unity, and Alden—are scheduled to sail later this afternoon, reflecting the smooth flow of traffic through the port’s berths.
Port Qasim handled a substantial cargo volume over the last 24 hours. A total of 104,023 tonnes of cargo was processed, comprising 24,226 tonnes of imports and 79,797 tonnes of exports. In addition, 3,707 containers were handled during this period, with 863 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) imported and 2,844 TEUs exported. This underscores the port’s role as a crucial hub for both inbound and outbound trade.
Currently, ten ships are stationed at the outer anchorage of Port Qasim, awaiting berthing. Among them, the Phoenician, Ice Fighter, Acadia Park, and Maersk Kinloss are expected to dock today, with cargoes of rice, fuel oil, chemicals, and containers. Meanwhile, two more container ships—Maersk Cabo Verde and APL Mexico City—are expected to arrive on Wednesday, October 2.
Port Qasim’s consistent performance highlights its vital contribution to Pakistan’s trade infrastructure, maintaining the steady flow of goods essential for the country’s economy.
