Port Qasim: Update on Shipping Activity
Ships Loaded with Rice, Wheat, and Chemicals Dock at Karachi Port
KARACHI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 8th Jan, 2024) On Sunday, three ships named Ananya Naree, Seapower-I, and Oriental Jasmine arrived at Multi-Purpose Terminal, Grain Terminal, and Engro Terminal, respectively, to load and offload rice, wheat, and chemicals.
In addition, four more ships, MSC Jemima, MSC Antigua, Yihai, and Flex Volunteer, arrived at the outer anchorage of Port Qasim in the past 24 hours to load and offload containers, palm kernel, and LNG.
During the last 24 hours, seven ships were engaged at PQA berths. The edible oil carrier ship ‘Ardmore’ left the port in the morning, while three other ships, Ianthe, Oriental Jasmine, and Sibulk Tradition, are expected to sail on the same day.
The port handled a cargo volume of 101,570 tonnes in the past 24 hours. This includes 57,117 tonnes of imports cargo and 44,453 tonnes of export cargo, carried in a total of 1,021 containers (34 TEUs imports and 987 TEUs exports).
Currently, there are 8 ships at the outer anchorage of Port Qasim. Of these, five ships carrying containers, palm kernel, coal, and LNG, named MSC Jemima, MSC Antigua, Yihai, Curacao, and Flex Volunteer, are expected to take berths at QICT, MW, PIBT, and PGPCL, respectively, today. Furthermore, two more container ships, Maersk Detroit, and MSC Desiree, are due to arrive at the Port Qasim on Tuesday.
This influx of ships at the Karachi port highlights the importance of Pakistan’s rice export industry. Rice exporters from Pakistan are known for their high-quality products and competitive prices. With links to reputable suppliers like HAS Rice, Pakistan is able to satisfy the demand for rice both internationally and domestically. Additionally, Pakistan’s rice mills play a crucial role in the country’s rice business, ensuring that the supply chain remains efficient and seamless.
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