Aiman Haider, Author at Maritime Current News

Pakistan Warns of Self-Defense if Houthi Threats Endanger Maritime Interests and Red Sea Shipping

Pakistan has strongly condemned the Houthi movement’s recent threats against Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping linked to the Kingdom through the Red Sea, warning that any hostile action targeting Pakistani-flagged vessels or the country’s maritime interests would be considered a serious threat to national security. The statement comes as tensions continue to rise across the Middle East, increasing concerns over global shipping routes, maritime security, oil transportation, and the stability of international trade.

Pakistan Customs Eases KICT & SAPT Congestion with Major Port Reforms

Pakistan Maritime News

July 22, 2026 Aiman Haider

Pakistan Customs Launches Major Port Reforms to Ease Karachi Container Congestion as Trade Volumes Surge

Pakistan Customs has introduced a series of landmark measures aimed at reducing container congestion at Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT) and South Asia Pakistan Terminal (SAPT) as Pakistan’s maritime trade experiences a significant rise during July 2026.

Pakistan pays record $21.88/mmBtu for seventh spot LNG cargo amid Qatar supply disruption

Pakistan Maritime News

July 21, 2026 Aiman Haider

Pakistan Secures Seventh Spot LNG Cargo at Record $21.88/MMBtu amid Qatar Supply Disruption and Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Pakistan’s LNG import costs continue to rise as the country purchases another expensive spot cargo amid prolonged supply disruptions from QatarEnergy, increasing pressure on energy security, power generation costs, and the national LNG import bill.

Injured Bottlenose Dolphin “Anmok-i” Successfully Rescued at South Korea’s Gangneung Port for Emergency Treatment

Maritime Environment Policy and Law

July 21, 2026 Aiman Haider

Injured Bottlenose Dolphin “Anmok-i” Successfully Rescued at South Korea’s Gangneung Port for Emergency Treatment

A coordinated marine wildlife rescue operation has successfully saved an injured bottlenose dolphin named “Anmok-i” after it was rescued from Gangneung Port in Gangwon Province, South Korea, and transferred to a specialized marine animal rescue and treatment facility for medical care.

Pakistan Invites Chinese Investment in Ports, Logistics and Gwadar to Boost Maritime Trade

Pakistan Maritime News

July 21, 2026 Aiman Haider

Pakistan Calls for Chinese Investment in Ports, Logistics and Gwadar to Strengthen Regional Maritime Trade

Pakistan has invited Chinese companies to expand investment in its ports, logistics, shipping and maritime infrastructure, as the government accelerates efforts to position the country as a leading regional transit trade, logistics and industrial hub.

Hormuz Strait Shipping Slows as Oil Tanker Traffic Falls and LNG Floating Storage Builds Amid Middle East Conflict

Maritime Safety , Security and Technology

July 20, 2026 Aiman Haider

Hormuz Strait Shipping Slows as Oil Tanker Traffic Falls and LNG Floating Storage Builds Amid Middle East Conflict

The flow of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime chokepoints, remained subdued over the weekend as military tensions between the United States and Iran continued to escalate, according to vessel tracking data released on Monday.

South Korea Showcases UNESCO Tidal Flats and K-Seafood at World Heritage Committee in Busan

Maritime Environment Policy and Law

July 20, 2026 Aiman Haider

South Korea Showcases UNESCO Tidal Flats and K-Seafood at World Heritage Committee in Busan

South Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) is showcasing the country’s internationally recognized UNESCO-listed tidal flats and premium K-Seafood during the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee, taking place at BEXCO in Busan from July 19 to July 29, 2026.

Bangladesh Joins IMO Conventions to Strengthen Maritime Safety, Oil Spill Liability and Blue Economy

Maritime Environment Policy and Law

July 19, 2026 Aiman Haider

Bangladesh Joins Three Key IMO Conventions to Strengthen Maritime Safety, Oil Spill Liability and Blue Economy Growth

Bangladesh has taken a major step toward strengthening its maritime governance by joining three important International Maritime Organization (IMO) conventions, reinforcing the country’s legal framework for maritime safety, oil pollution liability, bunker fuel spill compensation and shipwreck removal. The move is expected to align Bangladesh’s maritime regulations with international standards while supporting sustainable shipping and the blue economy.

Egypt and Tanzania Unveil Maritime Shipping Route Plan to Boost Port Connectivity, Trade, and Regional Logistics

Maritime Trade & Economy

July 18, 2026 Aiman Haider

Egypt and Tanzania Unveil Maritime Shipping Route Plan to Boost Port Connectivity, Trade, and Regional Logistics

Egypt and Tanzania have taken a major step toward strengthening maritime trade, port connectivity, and regional logistics after their leaders discussed plans to launch a direct maritime shipping route linking Safaga Port in Egypt with Dar es Salaam Port in Tanzania.

Japan and U.S. Launch AI Shipbuilding R&D Partnership to Accelerate Smart Shipyards and Maritime Innovation

Maritime Safety , Security and Technology

July 18, 2026 Aiman Haider

Japan and U.S. Launch AI Shipbuilding R&D Partnership to Accelerate Smart Shipyards and Maritime Innovation

The Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) has officially launched a Japan-U.S. joint research and development (R&D) project on artificial intelligence (AI) shipbuilding technologies, marking a significant step toward the future of smart shipyards, automated ship construction, and advanced maritime manufacturing.

Pakistan Achieves Maritime Milestone as First RoRo Vessel Carrying Over 2,000 EVs Berths at Karachi Port

Pakistan Maritime News

July 17, 2026 Aiman Haider

Pakistan Achieves Maritime Milestone as First RoRo Vessel Carrying Over 2,000 EVs Berths at Karachi Port

Pakistan has reached a significant milestone in its maritime and logistics sector with the successful arrival of M.V. Grande Shanghai, the country’s first Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) vessel transporting more than 2,000 electric vehicles (EVs) to Karachi Port.

Gadani Ship Recycling Operations Resume as Pakistan Upgrades Maritime Industry to Global Standards

Ports and Shipping

July 16, 2026 Aiman Haider

Gadani Ship Recycling Operations Resume as Pakistan Upgrades Maritime Industry to Global Standards

Pakistan’s ship recycling industry has entered a new phase as operations have resumed at the Gadani Ship Breaking Yard, with seven vessels arriving for dismantling in a significant development for the country’s maritime and industrial sectors.

Sierra Leone Maritime Registry Nears Paris MoU White List After Record Flag State Performance

Ports and Shipping

July 15, 2026 Aiman Haider

Sierra Leone Maritime Registry nears Paris MoU White List After Record Flag State Performance

The Sierra Leone Maritime Administration (SLMARAD) has achieved its strongest performance to date in the latest Paris Memorandum of Understanding (Paris MoU) Flag Performance List, bringing the country’s ship registry significantly closer to earning coveted White List status. The updated rankings, based on Port State Control (PSC) inspections and detentions conducted during the 2023–2025 assessment period, officially came into effect on 1 July 2026.

Pakistan Marine Academy to Gain Degree-Awarding Status Under Major Maritime Education Reform

Maritime Environment, Policy and Education Pakistan Maritime News

July 15, 2026 Aiman Haider

Pakistan Marine Academy Set for Degree-Awarding Status as Government Advances Maritime Education Reform

Pakistan has moved a step closer to transforming the Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA) into a degree-awarding institution, a development that could significantly strengthen the country’s maritime education system, support the blue economy, and prepare a globally competitive maritime workforce.

ReCAAP ISC, Shipping Industry Strengthen Maritime Security to Combat Piracy and Sea Robbery across Asia and West Indian Ocean

Maritime Safety , Security and Technology

July 15, 2026 Aiman Haider

ReCAAP ISC, Shipping Industry Strengthen Maritime Security to Combat Piracy and Sea Robbery across Asia and West Indian Ocean

The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ReCAAP ISC) has brought together key stakeholders from the global shipping industry to strengthen cooperation against piracy and armed robbery at sea, with discussions focused on improving maritime security, adopting advanced technologies, and enhancing risk management for commercial vessels operating in Asia and the West Indian Ocean.