Islamabad, April 2, 2026 – Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has directed port authorities to implement a comprehensive 30-day plan to clear stuck-up containers and surplus cargo from major ports, aiming to reduce congestion and improve operational efficiency.
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Pakistan ports hit record cargo levels amid Hormuz crisis
Pakistan’s maritime sector has witnessed an extraordinary surge in cargo handling during March 2026, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East—particularly disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz—have forced global shipping lines to reroute vessels through alternative corridors.
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Pakistan slashes port charges to attract global transshipment cargo: minister
Karachi, March 25, 2026 – Pakistan is positioning itself to attract regional transshipment cargo by offering reduced port charges and improved facilitation measures, as authorities respond to shifting trade dynamics amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Maritime minister inaugurates ferry terminal at Karachi Port to boost blue economy
Karachi, January 8, 2026 — Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, inaugurated a modern ferry terminal at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) on Tuesday, calling it a historic step to enhance regional connectivity, promote coastal tourism, and strengthen Pakistan’s blue economy.
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Karachi Port Reports 23.43% Cargo Handling Surge in FY24
Karachi, July 9, 2024 – Karachi Port Trust (KPT) reported a significant performance boost in cargo handling, witnessing a 23.43 percent surge during the fiscal year 2023-24.
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KPT and Abu Dhabi Ports Group Ink Commercial Agreement
Karachi, February 3, 2024 – In a significant move to bolster maritime and logistical ties, Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Abu Dhabi Ports Group, UAE, have officially signed a commercial agreement.
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Port Activities Highlight Cargo Movement in Pakistan on November 16, 2023
KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) showcased dynamic port activities on November 16, 2023, as cargo ships engaged in significant arrivals and departures.
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Daily Cargo Handling Report of Karachi Port on August 4, 2023
Karachi, August 4, 2023 – The Karachi Port Trust has once again demonstrated its efficiency and productivity by handling a substantial amount of cargo during the past 24 hours, ending at 0700 hours.
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Karachi Port Trust Shipping Intelligence Report – Thursday, 27th July 2023
Following is the Karachi Port Trust Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 07:30 am on Thursday 27-07-2023:
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Ship not to be allowed leaving without payment: Zaidi
ISLAMABAD: Ali Haider Zaidi, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs on Sunday said that the standard ship in Karachi would not be allowed to leave without recovering outstanding dues and inspection expenditures.
Speaking to media here, he said that the ship was stranded and taken off the shores of Karachi.
This is the first ship to be stranded and taken off. It is law across the world that the company which owns the ship is responsible for its pull out.
The captain of the ship did not make any emergency call informing that the ship was stranded, he said.
He said that on the same day when the ship was stranded on the shores of Karachi. Also the engine, radar of ship was weak. Some 100 tons diesel was extracted from the ship.
Pakistan on Tuesday detained a cargo ship, which was stuck up at Karachi Seaview beach on July 21, 2021.
The government has taken the decision to detain the ship after an inspection found the vessel in defective condition.
According to a letter issued by a department of Ministry of Maritime Affairs to the captain of the ship namely HENG TONG 77 was declared unseaworthy.
Replying to a question, he said that the government has full faith that Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will discharge its duties to ensure free and fair Cantonment Election as its mandate under article 218(3) of constitution.
However he was surprised to receive a show cause notice as he was not in the constituency since elections were announced. The minister said he has submitted his reply to the show cause notice.