KARACHI: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has ordered the suspension of Afghan Transit Trade transportation from Karachi ports until further notice. The decision was made during an important meeting held at the Directorate of Transit Trade Headquarters, Customs House Karachi, chaired by the Director General of Afghan Transit Trade. Directors of Afghan Transit Quetta … Read more
Pakistan has given its initial approval to enter into a framework agreement with UAE. Pakistan has given its initial approval to enter into a framework agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to transfer two additional terminals at Karachi port, along with the development of a new multipurpose cargo terminal. The Cabinet Committee on Intergovernmental … Read more
The ship was received by senior Pakistan Navy officials, Japanese diplomatic staff and school students. The spokesman said that the visit of the Japanese ship would further boost joint peace efforts in the region. He said purpose of the visit was to promote professional relations. KARACHI: Japanese Navy Ship Harusame (DD102) visited Karachi port on … Read more
A fire broke out at foreign cargo ship at the Port of Karachi on Wednesday. Bol News channel reported that the ship has come from Russia and is reportedly loaded with wheat. Karachi Port Trust said that the KPT fire brigade has brought the blaze under the control and dowsed it soon. No loss of … Read more
KARACHI: As a major breakthrough in the national logistics and cargo infrastructure, Pakistan Railways successfully launches the country’s first-ever reefer freight train, aiming at providing more economical and environment-friendly freight solutions, a statement said. The Marine Group of Companies in collaboration with the Pakistan Railways achieved the milestone by operating Pakistan’s first-ever containerised refrigerated train … Read more
KARACHI: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) on Thursday conducted a raid at the Karachi seaport on a tip-off and recovered 96 kilogramme drugs. The ANF spokesperson said the drugs were adeptly concealed in towels. He said the drugs were booked in the name of an exporter identified as Cargo IB Trader. The cargo was being sent … Read more
The vessel carrying the first lot of 42 Green Line buses has docked at Karachi port. According to details, the Chinese vessel reached Karachi port one day late from the schedule, it has 40 buses and will be unveiled today at 3:30 p.m. Arrangements such as a red carpet welcome have been arrayed to celebrate … Read more
A giant cargo ship has been stuck near Karachi’s Sea view Beach for the last two days, Accroding to reports Owing to weather conditions on Wednesday, a cargo ship M.V. HENG TONG 77 drifted away as it lost its anchor and headed into shallow waters. According to the Karachi port administration, the ship’s anchor was … Read more
Japanese Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) ship visited Karachi port. JMSDF ship was warmly welcomed by Pakistan Navy officials. According to the DGPR Navy, Sea exercises were also conducted between PN & JMSDF ships aimed to enhance interoperability & contribute toward international efforts for ensuring maritime security in the Indian Ocean region. Japanese Maritime Self … Read more
KARACHI: The financial year 2020/21 remained phenomenal for the Karachi Port Trust despite the global lockdown situation, especially for shipping operations and cargo handling, a statement said on Friday. The volume of cargo handling, including imports and exports peaked at 52.28 million tonnes, registering a growth of 25 per cent over the previous year’s 41.84 … Read more
KARACHI: The revenue collection from goods arriving at the seaports of the country was recorded at Rs1.67 trillion during the fiscal year 2020/21, which is around 35 per cent of the total collection at the national level during the fiscal year, according to the data made available to BOL News on Friday. The collection of … Read more
KPT REVIEWS ACTION PLAN FOR HANDLING CARGO OPERATIONS DURING CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY In order to deal with the Corona Virus epidemic, a meeting of all GMs and Managers was called by Chairman KPT Rear Admiral (R) Jamil Akhtar HI (M) T.Bt at KPT Head Office today. The course of action implemented presently and further measures to … Read more
