KPT Staff College Set to Become Maritime Training and Knowledge Hub
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has launched its IMO-accredited Staff College as a platform for specialised training, seminars and knowledge exchange among maritime professionals, stakeholders and academia. The first seminar, titled “Port Resilience & Maritime Stability,” was held today, focusing on maritime resilience, port infrastructure and Pakistan’s blue economy.
Speaking as the Chief Guest, Chairman KPT Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed SI(M), S.Bt (Retd) highlighted KPT’s strong performance during FY 2025-26. He noted the port’s 30-position improvement in the World Bank-compiled Container Port Performance Index, along with an appreciable increase in the Liner Shipping Container Index, reaffirming KPT’s commitment to excellence.
Commodore Irfan Taj SI (M), CEO of Monsoon Maritime Services; Syed Tanvir Ahmad; and Captain Syed Aziz ul Haque, Master Mariner, shared their expert perspectives on port resilience, transit trade, regional connectivity and maritime infrastructure.
The inaugural seminar was attended by renowned maritime personalities and provided an opportunity for professionals and stakeholders to exchange views on key issues affecting the maritime sector.
The seminar concluded with shield distribution and a group photograph.
