ISLAMABAD: Karachi Port Trust (KPT) Chairman Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed (retd) visited key port facilities on Sunday to review cargo operations and security arrangements amid increased shipping activity, the authority said.
The visit comes as port authorities seek to capitalize on increased cargo movement and optimize available infrastructure.
The chairman, along with the KPT team, reviewed facilities at oil piers and the East Wharf to identify areas that could be adjusted to accommodate additional cargo, containers, and vehicles, with a focus on boosting transshipment, especially vehicle handling.
Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed inspected multiple port areas and was briefed on ongoing operations. He was told that 18 ships were currently berthed, with seven more expected to arrive within the next 24 hours.
He also visited the Port Operations Centre, described as "the nerve center of all safety and security operations," where officials briefed him on monitoring systems and readiness. The commandant of the Port Security Force gave an overview of security arrangements during the visit.
According to the statement, the chairman appreciated the role of female Port Security Force personnel, noting their “valuable contribution in critical security operations.”
Separately, the chairman visited the KPT Sports Complex at West Wharf and directed officials to maximize the use of existing facilities, to enhance benefits for both the organization and the wider community, the statement added.
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