Gwadar Port Handles Massive Deep Draft Cargo Vessel

GWADAR: (Web Desk) – Gwadar Port reached another major operational achievement after successfully receiving and managing a massive deep-draft cargo vessel carrying more than 53,000 metric tons of cargo on Monday.

The vessel MV BI JIA SHAN, arriving from Hong Kong and China under the command of Captain Li Han, docked safely at Gwadar Port on May 24. The ship transported nearly 53,277 metric tons of prime steel billets consisting of around 20,669 units.

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The successful operation comes at a time of rising instability in the Strait of Hormuz due to ongoing tensions involving the United States and Iran. Since the outbreak of the US-Israel conflict earlier this year, Iran has tightened its influence over one of the world’s most critical maritime trade routes for energy and cargo transportation.

Last month, the United States introduced countermeasures targeting Iranian ports despite the existence of a ceasefire, further intensifying uncertainty across Gulf shipping lanes.

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry stated that the operation was highly important because the vessel carried an approximate draft of 12.8 meters, highlighting Gwadar Port’s capability to accommodate large deep-sea ships through its advanced navigation channel and modern cargo-handling systems.

According to the minister, the ship departed from Bayuquan Port in China and was initially destined for Port Sohar in Oman before rerouting to Gwadar for transshipment activities. He added that the move demonstrated growing trust among international shipping companies in Gwadar’s strategic position and improving operational standards.

Pakistan’s ports have recently witnessed increased shipping activity as cargo vessels divert from Gulf transshipment hubs due to disruptions caused by the US-Iran tensions and regional security concerns. The changing trade routes have significantly boosted cargo movement at major Pakistani ports.