Pakistan Maritime News covers the latest developments, updates, and insights from Pakistan’s maritime sector. This category reports on shipping, ports and harbors, coastal and marine safety, fisheries and seafood exports, maritime trade and logistics, naval and coast guard activities, blue economy initiatives, and marine environmental issues. It provides timely, accurate, and in-depth coverage of policies, projects, investments, and incidents shaping Pakistan’s maritime landscape, serving industry professionals, policymakers, researchers, and the general public seeking reliable maritime news from Pakistan.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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In a landmark achievement for Pakistan’s maritime sector, the Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has successfully berthed the LNG carrier S K Resolute under severe monsoon weather, ensuring uninterrupted liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies and reinforcing the country’s energy security during peak summer demand.
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The Sindh government has announced a landmark package of reforms aimed at transforming Pakistan’s fisheries sector, strengthening sustainable fishing practices, and improving the livelihoods of thousands of fishermen across the province.
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Pakistan’s seafood industry has reached a historic milestone, with fish and fish preparations exports climbing to a record US$568 million during the fiscal year 2025-26, highlighting the country’s growing role in the global seafood trade and blue economy.
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Karachi Port Trust (KPT) continued to demonstrate strong operational efficiency, handling 224,314 metric tonnes of total cargo during the last 24 hours, according to the Daily Vessel Movement Report released on 06 July 2026.
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Pakistan and Türkiye have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the maritime and transport sectors, reaffirming their commitment to enhancing economic connectivity, developing modern infrastructure and promoting sustainable growth.
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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has said Pakistan is prioritising port modernisation, the blue economy and environmental sustainability as part of wide-ranging reforms to transform the country’s maritime sector.
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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Sunday said the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) had achieved the highest annual cargo handling volume in its 138-year history, describing the milestone as a reflection of growing maritime sector and improved port efficiency.
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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi discussed enhanced cooperation to address marine pollution and strengthen protection of coastal ecosystems.
The discussion took place during a meeting at the minister’s chamber in the National Assembly, where both sides emphasised closer coordination between federal and provincial institutions on environmental management and maritime sustainability.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Thursday announced the freezing of a proposed 5 percent increase in Karachi Port Trust (KPT) tariffs for fiscal year 2026-27, a move to provide substantial relief to the business community and supporting trade and economic activity.
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The Federal Government has abolished the 18% sales tax on the shipping industry in the 2026-27 budget, a move hailed by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry as a major boost for maritime and logistics sectors.
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