PQA helps berthing vessel after it develops faults

KARACHI: Port Qasim Authority (PQA) on Monday safely navigated and berthed the bulk carrier MV Chang Chang Nan Hai at the Pakistan International Bulk Terminal (PIBT) after the vessel underwent technical repairs at anchorage.

According to the PQA, the 199.98-metre carrier, loaded with over 57,000 metric tons of coal at an arrival draft of 13.00 metres, had its initial berthing attempt aborted after officials detected a defect in the ship’s steering gear and rudder system.

Following complete rectification of the fault, the vessel was cleared for berthing. Senior Pilot Capt. Muhammad Ashfaq Arain led the operation, guiding the carrier safely to its berth at PIBT.

PQA spokesman said the successful handling of the vessel reflects Port Qasim’s strict adherence to navigational safety protocols and its capacity for seamless handling of vital national cargo, including coal shipments critical to the country’s energy supply chain.

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