KARACHI, April 10 – Pakistan’s Port Qasim reported strong shipping activity on Wednesday as multiple vessels arrived, departed and handled large volumes of essential commodities, according to the Port Qasim Authority’s daily operational report.
The update, issued at 8:00 AM on April 10, showed sustained activity across liquid bulk, dry bulk and container terminals, highlighting the port’s central role in supporting Pakistan’s import-dependent economy.
Key vessel operations
Among major operations, M.T. Chemroad Dita discharged 2,167 metric tons of palm oil at the Liquid Cargo Terminal, while M.V. African Raptor handled coal shipments. Container operations continued at QICT terminals with M.V. Zhong Gu Kun Ming and M.V. MSC Miraya V managing cargo flows.
At the FAP terminal, M.V. Katagalan Ace discharged more than 31,000 tons of soyabean seed, reflecting strong agricultural import demand. In the energy segment, M.T. Galaxy Gas offloaded 53,686 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), underlining steady fuel imports.
Other tankers including M.T. Ocean Princess-1, M.T. Kaifan and M.T. Corallo I handled petroleum products such as bitumen, gas oil and motor gasoline. Bulk carriers M.V. Bulk Paraguay and M.V. CD Fortune managed coal and petcoke shipments.
Vessels at anchorage
Several ships were waiting at outer anchorage for berthing, including M.V. Cepheus Ocean, M.V. Liefde, M.V. Golden Arion, M.V. New Galaxy, M.V. Nilos and M.V. Lofty Mountain. These vessels are carrying coal and soyabean seed from Brazil, South Africa, Mozambique and Indonesia.
Other vessels positioned for discharge included gas oil tanker M.T. POP, bunkering vessel M.V. Ameena Jahan and phosphoric acid carrier M.T. Nordic Callao.
Departures and scheduled sailings
The port also recorded multiple departures on April 9, including APL Antwerp, Xin Ao Tai-1, Zhong Gu Kun Ming and Corallo I. Several vessels are scheduled for departure following completion of cargo operations, indicating continuous terminal turnover.
Strategic trade hub
Port Qasim handled a diverse range of imports including palm oil, coal, LPG, soyabean seed, petroleum products and containerized cargo across key terminals such as PIBT, FAP, QICT, EVTL and FOTCO.
Officials said the high vessel traffic reflects Pakistan’s ongoing reliance on imported energy and food commodities, with the port operating near full capacity to support supply chain stability.
Analysts noted that consistent throughput at major ports remains critical for maintaining industrial activity, fuel supply and food security amid global shipping disruptions and fluctuating commodity markets.