Karachi, May 8, 2025 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released its official report on shipping activities and operations conducted over the past 24 hours, up to 0800 hours on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
This daily update is part of PQA’s commitment to maintaining transparency and efficiency for all maritime stakeholders, including port operators, shipping agents, and logistics providers.
According to the latest report, the operations at Port Qasim remain active and robust, with multiple vessels handled in terms of both berthing and sailing. The movement of vessels indicates a consistent flow of maritime trade, especially in the categories of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and containerized cargo.
Among the notable vessel movements, the LPG tanker M.T-FSM departed from the port after completing its cargo handling of over 2,000 metric tons of LPG. The vessel was managed by Universal Shipping and sailed from the EVTL terminal at 1500 hours. Another key departure included the container ship M.V-CAP ANDREAS, which left Port Qasim at the same time.
On the berthing front, significant operations took place. The LPG tanker M.T-AMIR GAS arrived at the SSGC terminal, bringing in a fresh LPG shipment exceeding 2,100 metric tons. Meanwhile, M.V-CAP ANDREAS and M.V-ONE THESEUS berthed at QT2-II and QICT-V respectively, marking a strong presence of container shipping lines in daily operations.
In addition to these, other vessels such as M.V-WAN HAI 501 and M.V-BELMONT also joined the port lineup later in the day, indicating a steady throughput of maritime traffic and operational efficiency. The continuous arrival and departure of cargo vessels underscores the port’s role as a vital gateway for Pakistan’s trade.
This report reflects Port Qasim’s capacity to handle diverse cargo types efficiently, supporting the country’s economic lifeline through smooth maritime operations. Regular updates such as this shipping report are essential for planning, coordination, and timely decision-making by all parties involved in shipping and logistics across the port.