KARACHI: The Karachi Port has maintained its high level of operational activity over the past 24 hours, handling a total of 174,979 metric tons of cargo.
According to the KPT officials, during this period, the port processed 104,127 metric tons of import cargo and 70,852 metric tons of export cargo, reflecting sustained activity across containerized, dry bulk, and liquid cargo operations.
Some 14 vessels berthed at Karachi Port during the 24-hour period, while four vessels sailed out. An additional 10 vessels remained at Outside Port Limits (OPL), awaiting entry into the port.
The cargo handled included 86,932 metric tons of containerized cargo, 145,049 metric tons of dry cargo, and 29,930 metric tons of liquid cargo.
The port’s operational performance was supported by steady container traffic, efficient handling of dry bulk commodities, and the safe handling of liquid bulk and fuel-related cargo.
Meanwhile, 12 vessels are expected to arrive at Karachi Port on September 4 and 5, 2026, including container ships, liquid cargo/oil tankers, and a clinker carrier.
The vessels expected to arrive are SHAN BANG, EL BELLA, OOCL DALIAN, CMA CGM MUSCA, HONG DA XIN 768, EVER URBAN, LEPTON, BROOKLYN BRIDGE, LISBON EXPRESS, KONRAD, FELLOWS, and MEGHNA LIBERTY while X-PRESS KABRU is expected to depart during the same period.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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