Port of Karachi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Port of Karachi |
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Location | Karachi, Sindh on the Arabian Sea |
| Details | |
| Opened | 1857 |
| Operated by | Karachi Port Trust |
| Owned by | Ministry of Ports and Shipping and Government of Pakistan |
| Type of harbor | Natural |
| Size of harbor | 32 km (20 mi) |
| Available berths | 30 |
| Wharfs | 8 |
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| Annual cargo tonnage | 65.25 million Metric tons |
| Annual container volume | 1.563 million TEUs |
The Port of Karachi is Pakistan's biggest and busiest seaport. A seaport is a place where ships can load and unload goods and people. This port handles about 60% of all the country's cargo, which means the goods and materials transported by ships. That's a huge amount, around 25 million tons every year!
The port is located in the city of Karachi, between the towns of Kiamari and Saddar. It is very close to the old part of Karachi, which is the main business area, and also near many industrial zones. Karachi's location is special because it places the port near important shipping routes. These are like highways for ships, and they include the Strait of Hormuz. The Karachi Port Trust manages the port. This organization was created a long time ago, in the 1800s.
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About the Port of Karachi
The Port of Karachi is super important for Pakistan's economy. It helps bring in and send out many different products. Think of it as a giant gateway for trade. Because it handles so much cargo, it plays a key role in connecting Pakistan to the rest of the world through sea travel.
Location and Importance
The port's location in Karachi is very strategic. It's right on the Arabian Sea, which is part of the Indian Ocean. Being near major shipping routes, like the Strait of Hormuz, makes it easy for ships to travel to and from many countries. This helps Pakistan trade with places all over the globe.
Who Manages the Port?
The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) is in charge of running the Port of Karachi. They make sure everything works smoothly, from guiding ships safely to managing the loading and unloading of cargo. The KPT has been around since 1857, showing how long this port has been vital for the region. It is owned by the Ministry of Ports and Shipping and the Government of Pakistan.
Images for kids
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Karachi Port in 1906 - Farewell arch erected by the Karachi Port for the Royal visit of King George V
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Karachi Port Trust Building
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Image of the port facilities
See also
In Spanish: Puerto de Karachi para niños
