KARACHI, October 4, 2024 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released its shipping activity report for Friday, October 4, 2024, providing key insights into recent maritime operations to inform stakeholders and industry participants.
According to the report, three vessels—Tubul, Khairpur, and World Virtue—successfully docked at various terminals on Thursday. The container ship Tubul berthed at the Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT), the gasoline-laden Khairpur was received at FOTCO Oil Terminal, and World Virtue, carrying coal, anchored at the Pakistan International Bulk Terminal (PIBT). These vessels are contributing to the robust trade and supply chain activities facilitated through Port Qasim.
Additionally, three more ships—Apex, Nord Taipei, and Al-Deebel—arrived at the outer anchorage over the last 24 hours, further contributing to the dynamic port activity.
The report highlighted that nine ships were actively engaged at PQA berths during the same period. Among them, two ships—Tubul and Al-Areesh—departed the port early Friday morning. Meanwhile, three additional vessels—Clipper Trent, Ashico Victoria, and Centurion Signifer—are anticipated to set sail by midday, signaling another busy day for port operations.
In terms of cargo volume, a total of 129,895 tonnes of goods were handled at Port Qasim within the last 24 hours. This includes 106,639 tonnes of imported cargo and 23,256 tonnes of exported goods. The container traffic accounted for 2,854 containers, consisting of 1,980 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) of imported cargo and 874 TEUs of exported goods, underscoring the port’s vital role in facilitating both inbound and outbound trade.
Port Qasim continues to manage a steady stream of incoming vessels. Currently, eight ships are anchored at the outer port area, awaiting berthing slots. Notably, APL Mexico City, carrying containers, and Peppino, laden with steel coils, are scheduled to dock at QICT and MW-2 terminals, respectively, later on Friday.
The steady flow of ships at Port Qasim underscores its critical importance to Pakistan’s maritime trade infrastructure. The port handles a wide range of cargo, including containers, bulk commodities like coal and gasoline, and specialized cargo such as steel coils. As one of the country’s primary gateways for international trade, the efficiency and activity levels at Port Qasim play a significant role in supporting Pakistan’s economic growth and supply chain stability.