The ship was carrying round 53,277 metric tons of prime metal billets.
Gwadar Port has achieved a significant operational milestone by efficiently dealing with one of many largest deep-draft cargo vessels to reach on the port.
In a press release, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry stated the port efficiently berthed and dealt with the cargo vessel MV BI JIA SHAN carrying greater than 53,000 metric tons of metal billets.
The minister stated the vessel, which arrived from China and was commanded by Captain Li Han, safely berthed at Gwadar Port on Could 24, 2026. The ship was carrying round 53,277 metric tons of prime metal billets consisting of practically 20,669 items.
Officers stated the vessel had an approximate draft of 12.8 meters, highlighting the aptitude of Gwadar Port’s deep-sea navigation channel and fashionable cargo dealing with infrastructure.
Based on authorities, the ship departed from Bayuquan Port in China and was initially heading in the direction of Sohar Port earlier than diverting to Gwadar for transshipment operations.
The maritime affairs minister stated the profitable operation confirmed rising confidence amongst worldwide delivery corporations in Gwadar Port’s strategic location and operational capability.
He added that dealing with such giant vessels additional strengthens Gwadar Port’s rising function in connecting maritime commerce routes between China, the Center East, Central Asia, and different regional markets.
Officers additionally stated the common arrival and environment friendly dealing with of deep-sea vessels reveal Gwadar’s growing significance as a aggressive deep-water port linked to international provide chains.
The Ministry of Maritime Affairs acknowledged that port authorities stay dedicated to offering secure, environment friendly, and cost-effective operations to boost Pakistan’s place in regional commerce and connectivity.
