Karachi, March 6, 2024 – Port Qasim Authority (PQA) unveiled its shipping activity report for March 6, 2024, providing stakeholders with a comprehensive overview of the bustling maritime operations.
On Tuesday, three prominent vessels—MSC Aby, Maersk Pittsburgh, and Torm Integrity—docked at the Container Terminal and FOTCO Terminal, carrying vital cargo including Containers and Gas oil. Simultaneously, two additional ships, Huang Shan-16 and Medison Eagle, arrived at the outer-anchorage of Port Qasim, transporting Palm oil and Coal.
Over the past 24 hours, a total of eight ships were engaged at PQA berths. Among them, MSC Aby and African Baza set sail early this morning, while four more vessels—Medi Chiba, Al-Rayyan, Sea Dream, and Maersk Pittsburgh—are expected to depart on the same day.
The cargo volume handled at the port during this period reached an impressive 132,711 tonnes, consisting of 99,005 tonnes of imports cargo and 33,706 tonnes of export cargo. This cargo was distributed among 4,708 Containers, comprising 2,921 TEUs of imports and 1,787 TEUs of exports.
As of the latest update, there are currently 10 ships at the Outer Anchorage of Port Qasim. Three of these vessels—San Nicolas, Medison Eagle, and Huang Shan-16—are awaiting berths, while four others—Lusail, Sea Dream, MSC Spring-III, and Cap Andreas—are expected to dock at MW-4, PIBT, LCT, PGPCL, and QICT, carrying Coals, Palm oil, LNG, and Containers, respectively, on the same day.
Looking ahead, two more Container ships, X-Press Altair and Seaspan Ganges, are scheduled to arrive at Port Qasim on Thursday, contributing to the continuous flow of shipping activity in the region.
The dynamic shipping environment at Port Qasim highlights the strategic importance of the port in facilitating trade and commerce. The diverse range of cargo handled underscores the port’s capability to manage various types of shipments, contributing to the economic vitality of the region.
Stakeholders and industry participants are encouraged to stay informed about these shipping activities, as they play a pivotal role in shaping the trade landscape and ensuring the efficient movement of goods through one of Pakistan’s key maritime hubs.
