{"id":536556,"date":"2026-03-14T12:17:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T07:17:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=536556"},"modified":"2026-03-14T12:17:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T07:17:30","slug":"new-feeder-service-to-serve-karachi-gateway-terminal-strengthens-maritime-connectivity-between-pakistan-and-the-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/new-feeder-service-to-serve-karachi-gateway-terminal-strengthens-maritime-connectivity-between-pakistan-and-the-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"New feeder service to serve Karachi Gateway Terminal strengthens maritime connectivity between Pakistan and the UAE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> Karachi<br \/>\nKarachi Gateway Terminal (Private) Limited (KGTL), has announced it will be supported by dedicated feeder service linking Karachi with the UAE ports of Fujairah and Khor Fakkan, strengthening maritime connectivity for Pakistan\u2019s trading community amid evolving regional shipping dynamics.<br \/>\nThe new service establishes a regular shipping link between Karachi and two of the region\u2019s key transshipment hubs, enabling Pakistani importers and exporters to maintain reliable access to global container shipping networks.<br \/>\nThe service will call at Karachi Gateway Terminal (Private) Limited (KGTL), part of AD Ports Group\u2019s international ports operating arm, Noatum Ports. The inaugural voyage arrived at KGTL on the evening of 11 March, officially marking the start of regular operations.<br \/>\nThe new feeder link supports supply chain continuity through KGTL and helps ensure Pakistan\u2019s trade maintains dependable access to international markets.<br \/>\nCargo routed through Fujairah and Khor Fakkan will benefit from seamless connectivity to regional and international shipping networks, supported by the UAE\u2019s advanced logistics infrastructure. Containers can be efficiently transferred via integrated road and rail corridors to major commercial hubs and logistics centers across the UAE.<br \/>\nKhurram Aziz Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Karachi Gateway Terminal (Private) Limited (KGTL), said:<br \/>\n\u201cThe commencement of this feeder service reflects KGTL\u2019s continued commitment to strengthening Pakistan\u2019s maritime connectivity and supporting the country\u2019s trading community.<br \/>\nBy linking Karachi directly with major UAE transshipment hubs, this service provides importers and exporters with reliable access to global shipping networks while reinforcing the role of Karachi Gateway Terminal as a key gateway for international trade.\u201d<br \/>\nPakistan\u2019s economy relies heavily on maritime trade, and strengthened connectivity with regional transshipment hubs provides additional resilience for exporters, importers, and supply chains.<br \/>\nRear Admiral Shahid Ahmed (Retd.), Chairman, Karachi Port Trust, said:<br \/>\n\u201cThe introduction of this feeder service further enhances Karachi Port\u2019s connectivity with key regional hubs and supports Pakistan\u2019s growing trade requirements.<br \/>\nStrengthening maritime links with the UAE will help facilitate smoother cargo movement while providing greater flexibility for the country\u2019s trading community.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Karachi Karachi Gateway Terminal (Private) Limited (KGTL), has announced it will be supported by dedicated feeder service linking Karachi with the UAE ports of Fujairah and Khor Fakkan, strengthening maritime connectivity for Pakistan\u2019s trading community amid evolving regional shipping dynamics. 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