KARACHI: Port Qasim has been ranked ninth among the world’s most improved container ports in the World Bank’s Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2020–2024.
The ranking, compiled with S&P Global Market Intelligence, reflects a 35.2-point leap in Port Qasim’s performance over four years, placing it among the top 20 improving ports worldwide.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said the achievement was “a matter of national pride” and credited sustained reforms and modernisation for the global recognition. “The inclusion of Muhammad Bin Qasim Port is a reflection of our continuous efforts to modernise operations, adopt global best practices, and enhance efficiency,” he said.
The minister highlighted regulatory reforms, new technology, and investment in infrastructure as enablers of progress. He also praised private operators, including DP World’s Qasim International Container Terminal, for maintaining international standards, and announced approval of a dredging project to expand the port’s capacity for larger vessels.
Port Qasim Authority Chairman Rear Admiral (Retd) Moazzam Ilyas attributed the success to the teamwork of the workforce, saying the authority will continue to invest in digitalisation and infrastructure to raise global standing.
Officials said the recognition comes as Pakistan seeks to position itself as a logistics hub linking the Middle East, Central Asia, and China. Junaid noted that improved port performance is expected to attract foreign investment, provide exporters with reliable services, and boost trade competitiveness.
“This achievement is only a beginning,” the minister added. “Our aim is to transform Pakistan’s maritime gateways into drivers of economic growth, regional integration, and prosperity.”
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