Karachi, March 17, 2025 – Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released its latest shipping activity report for Monday, March 17, 2025, detailing vessel movements, berthing schedules, and cargo handling updates.
The port continues to facilitate smooth maritime operations, ensuring efficiency in trade and logistics.
According to the daily shipping program, which was updated at 0800 hours, several vessels arrived, departed, and engaged in cargo handling at Port Qasim over the past 24 hours. The port remains a vital hub for national and international trade, with significant shipping activity contributing to the country’s economic flow.
Vessel Departures
Multiple ships set sail from Port Qasim after completing their loading and unloading processes. Among them was M.T-GALL, a vessel carrying 25,084 metric tons of palm oil. The ship, which had a draft of 9.50 meters, departed at 12:15 PM, managed by Al-Pine Marine. This highlights the steady shipping activity in liquid cargo at the port.
New Vessel Arrivals and Berthing
Several ships arrived at Port Qasim, adding to the continuous shipping operations. M.V-MSC POSITANO, carrying containers, berthed at QT2-I Terminal under the agency of MSC Pakistan at 9:00 AM. Another container ship, M.V-SEASPAN SANTOS, docked at QICT-VII under GAC Shipping at 12:00 PM, with a draft of 11.80 meters.
Additionally, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier M.T-AL JASRA, managed by GSA (Pvt) Ltd., arrived with 136,060 metric tons of LNG, reinforcing the port’s role in supporting Pakistan’s energy sector. Meanwhile, M.V-ORIOLE, carrying 55,650 metric tons of coal, berthed at PIBT terminal, ensuring the steady supply of fuel resources.
Palm oil imports remained active with M.T-CHINOOK I, which arrived at LCT Terminal at 6:00 PM, carrying 17,502 metric tons of palm oil under the agency of Al-Pine Marine.
With a steady flow of vessels handling diverse cargo types, Port Qasim continues to strengthen Pakistan’s shipping and trade landscape. The port’s operational efficiency ensures smooth maritime activities, supporting the country’s logistics and economic growth.