Global shipping firm imposes ‘Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge’ on Pakistan trade amid rising tensions
Several shipping companies are now contemplating suspending direct calls to Pakistani ports due to the escalating risk of war, sources sayÂ
Amid rising tensions, Pakistani ship delivers coal to India under pre-conflict deal
PNSC vessel docks at Haldia port; delivery made under Indo-Pak maritime protocol
Govt urged to approve exemption for PIBT to handle Reko Diq cargo without bidding process: report
PPRA recommends exemption for Port Qasim to export copper, gold, and minerals; seeks assurance of transparency and fairness in the process
Transporters’ strike disrupts cargo movement at Karachi port
Trade associations warn of escalating challenges to exports amid transporters' strike, with perishable goods at larger risk
PIBTL clarifies no official communication on PPRA exemption for mineral exports
Company assures disclosure of material information in compliance with PSX regulations once official communication is received from authorities
Govt approves 30-year lease extension for Engro Vopak Terminal at Port Qasim
Lease extension will allow continued LPG and chemical terminal operations, subject to final approvals
Govt approves New Gwadar Shipyard project, activates management cell
Rs200mn allocated as land dispute nears resolution, tenders to be issued soon
PM orders probe into alleged financial irregularities in 500-acre Port Qasim land lease
Three-member inquiry committee to investigate leasing irregularities, review financial losses, and submit report in two weeks
SIFC approves PIBTL for handling copper, gold, and mineral exports
Executive Committee allows amendment in Port Qasim agreement for broader cargo handling
Govt allows Pakistan International Bulk Terminal to handle Reko Diq gold, copper exports
SIFC grants exemption to PIBTL; implementation agreement to be amended by March 15
Challenges hinder Gwadar Port’s full-scale operations despite incentives: reportÂ
Government outlines measures to address infrastructure, security, and economic barriers
Pakistan, Bangladesh to launch passenger, cargo shipping services
Maritime initiative aims to enhance trade, travel, and bilateral ties
Dependence on foreign shipping firms costs Pakistan’s economy $6-8 billion annually: report
Country revives local shipbuilding after one-year delay to reduce reliance on foreign vessels, ease pressure on foreign exchange reserves, and modernise the maritime sector
Pakistan accelerates digital transformation of maritime sector
New reforms to enhance port efficiency, trade transparency, and global competitiveness
KPT gets grant from Korea’s EXIM Bank for Lyari Elevated Freight Corridor feasibility study
25-km corridor aims to ease Karachi Port congestion, study to be completed in eight months