Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Sunday said the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) had achieved the highest annual cargo handling volume in its 138-year history, describing the milestone as a reflection of the growing maritime sector and improved port efficiency. The minister said KPT had surpassed its previous all-time cargo handling […]
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Minister pushes clean maritime environment
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining clean and sustainable ports. He said pollution-free harbours are essential for safe navigation and stronger economic growth. The remarks highlight growing focus on environmental management in maritime operations. According to an official statement, the Karachi Port Trust carried out […]
Govt opens fast-track licences for ferry services
Maritime Affairs Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced on Wednesday that licences for long-delayed ferry services are now being issued within seven days. Speaking to members of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) in Karachi, he said Iran and Yemen had expressed interest in launching ferry operations from Pakistan. Read More: Pakistan approves first […]
Sindh govt blames poor port planning for Karachi traffic jams
KARACHI — The Sindh government on Friday attributed the severe traffic congestion on Mauripur Road and other major arteries in Karachi to poor port planning by the Karachi Port Trust (KPT). The gridlock comes after the end of a goods transporters’ strike, which led to a sudden surge of vehicles on city roads. Read More: […]
CSO urges federal government to not lift ban on coal handling at Karachi Port Trust
A civil society organization has urged the Federal Government not to give in to coal importers for getting the ban on coal handling at Karachi Port Trust lifted just to save their costs because it is very damaging for the environment of the city and to the health of citizens. Dr. Syed Raza Ali Gardezi, […]