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Karachi Port gets world’s largest container ships as capacity increases
Karachi Port has reached another key milestone with arrival of one of the world’s largest container vessels MSC Loreto at the port, showcasing the expansion of Pakistan’s maritime handling capabilities.
The ultra-large container vessel spanning around 399.9 meters in length and carrying 24,346 containers berthed at South Wharf Berth No. 2 of the SAPTL port, sources at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) said.
The vessel arrived carrying 14,538 containers and will dump 3,802 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) to the SAPTL facility during its stay.
The Karachi Port Trust’s spokesperson said the port is now able to safely and efficiently accommodate some of the world’s largest container ships, reflecting advancements in infrastructure and operating capacity.
MSC Loreto would be at the Karachi Port for two days before proceeding to the United Arab Emirates, the official further said.