KPT sets cargo handling record in 138-year history
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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 the growing maritime sector and improved port efficiency.
The minister said KPT had surpassed its previous all-time cargo handling record of 54.685 million tonnes during the current fiscal year. The minister attributed the achievement to enhanced operational efficiency, effective management, and increased port capacity in a statement on Sunday.
In a post on X on Friday, KPT described the milestone as "a new chapter in Pakistan's maritime history" and said the achievement reflected the Federal Ministry of Maritime Affairs' efforts to strengthen the country's maritime sector.
KARACHI PORT TRUST SHATTERS 138-YEARS RECORD !
— Karachi Port Trust Official (@official_kpt) June 28, 2026
“A New Chapter in Pakistan's Maritime History”
Karachi, 27 June 2026: Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has made history — surpassing its all-time cargo handling record of 5 crore 46 lakh 85 thousand tonnes, set in FY 2017–18, marking an… pic.twitter.com/0VSHxfRHLj
He said the record marked significant progress for Pakistan’s maritime economy, port infrastructure, and trade, adding that it reflected the success of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs’ reform agenda and the institution’s professional capabilities.
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Chaudhry congratulated KPT Chairman Rear Admiral (R) Shahid Ahmed, the port’s officers and employees, as well as other stakeholders, for what he described as the result of coordinated planning, teamwork, and sustained efforts.
He said the government was continuing measures to modernise the ports, expand their capacity, strengthen logistics infrastructure, and provide facilities in line with international standards to enhance Pakistan’s position as a regional maritime and trade hub.
The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to modernising all national ports, attracting investment, and promoting trade activities to support economic growth.
KPT Chairman Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed also congratulated the port’s workforce, saying the achievement reflected the organisation’s professionalism, effective strategy, and teamwork. He added that efforts would continue to improve the port’s operational performance and competitiveness