A memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding the research and academic collaboration between the National Institute of Maritime Affairs and the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency, was signed. The documents were duly endorsed with the signatures of Director-General NIMA Vice Admiral (Retd) Abdul Aleem HI (M) and Director General PMSA Rear Admiral Shouaib Khattak HI (M). The… Continue reading NIMA Signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA)
Month: December 2021
Memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the National Institute of Maritime Affairs and the Pakistan Ship’s Agents Association (PSAA)
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding the research and academic collaboration between the National Institute of Maritime Affairs and the Pakistan Ship’s Agents Association (PSAA), was signed. The documents were duly endorsed with the signatures of Director-General NIMA Vice Admiral (Retd) Abdul Aleem HI (M) and Chairman PSAA Mohammad A. Rajpar on 29 September 2021.… Continue reading Memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the National Institute of Maritime Affairs and the Pakistan Ship’s Agents Association (PSAA)
Govt approves funds to connect Kaur Dam with Gwadar pipeline
September 3, To address the water shortage at Gwadar the federal government has approved funds for connecting Shadi-Kaur Dam with the Gwadar pipeline and also directed the concerned quarters to complete work on 1.2 MGD desalination plant within 6 to 9 months. (Credits: The Nation)
Shipment delays threaten auto parts supply chain
September 4, 2021: The supply chain of automobile parts is likely to be disrupted owing to delay in shipments coupled with a hike in freight charges over the past two months, said Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Manufacturers (Paapam) former chairman Mashood Ali Khan. Two factors would act as a hurdle in the… Continue reading Shipment delays threaten auto parts supply chain
Maritime Security Agency Marks Defense Day
September 6,2021: Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) Monday observed the Defense Day in a befitting manner. The celebrations to mark the Defense Day were held at PMSA and its units. The day started with wreath laying ceremony at Headquarters PMSA to pay homage/ tribute to the personnel of armed forces and PMSA who devoted their… Continue reading Maritime Security Agency Marks Defense Day
Cargo ship stranded at Karachi beach freed after 48 days, to undergo repairs at Keamari: SAPM
September 7,2021: The MV Heng Tong 77, a container ship stranded at Karachi’s Seaview beach, was freed from the spot and tugged to the port at Keamari for repair work, said Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Maritime Affairs Mahmood Maulvi. “The ship is still detained till issuance of safety certificates,” he said. The cargo… Continue reading Cargo ship stranded at Karachi beach freed after 48 days, to undergo repairs at Keamari: SAPM
Pakistan cuts port charges by 50% to facilitate trade
September 7,2021: The federal cabinet has announced to reduce port charges by 50 percent to facilitate exporters. Federal Minister for Information Chaudhry Fawad Hussain announced it while briefing media about the decisions taken by the federal cabinet in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to shipping agents, the port charges varies between… Continue reading Pakistan cuts port charges by 50% to facilitate trade
ECC allows hike in port charges for oil products
September 10, 2021: The Economic Coordination Committee of the cabinet on Thursday allowed about 13 paisa per litre increase in port charges for oil products at Fauji Oil Terminal Company (Fotco) and approved an import tender for procurement of 120,000 tonnes of wheat, having a landed cost of about Rs2,470 per 40kg. A meeting of… Continue reading ECC allows hike in port charges for oil products
New Island emerges off Balochistan Coast
September 10,2021: A new island has emerged off the Sonmiani beach. The islands appear in the sea due to excessive geological activities, says Moazzam Khan. The small islands disappear in the sea after some time. In 2013, an island emerged off Gwadar coast after a powerful earthquake of 7.7 magnitude struck Pakistan on September 4.… Continue reading New Island emerges off Balochistan Coast
Promote Blue Economy by ending Marine Pollution
September 19,2021: An international webinar on ‘Marine Pollution Management: Issues and Remedies’ was organized by Karachi Port Trust (KPT). Prominent international and national speakers participated in the event arranged at KPT Head Office and through Zoom, as well. Summing up the recommendations of eminent scholars during the closing session, the Chief Guest, Chairman KPT, highlighted… Continue reading Promote Blue Economy by ending Marine Pollution