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Container handling capacity at KGTL will be increased from 750,000 TEUs to 1 million TEUs upon completion of the expansion works.<\/p>\n<p>At the adjacent Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), that focuses on general and bulk cargo, the dredging work will double bulk vessel capacity from 60,000 to 120,000 tonnes\u2014reducing freight costs and increasing throughput.<\/p>\n<p>The dredging works are expected to be completed in Q1 2026. The KGTL and KGTML terminal operations are joint ventures between the Group and a Dubai-based partner, Kaheel Terminals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mohammed Al Tamimi, Chief Executive Officer - Noatum Ports<\/strong>, said: \u201cThis dredging project is more than a significant infrastructure upgrade to the two Karachi terminals\u2019 commercial versatility, it is a forward-looking investment in the economic resilience and global connectivity of Pakistan. The project underscores our commitment to promote sustainable development, operational efficiency and long-term value creation for all stakeholders\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Godfried Van Oord, Area Manager Middle East \u2013 Van Oord, added: \u201cVan Oord is proud to be selected by AD Ports Group to realise this significant upgrade to the existing logistic and infrastructure facilities at their Karachi terminals, which will enhance Pakistan\u2019s maritime infrastructure and support its growing economy\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>AD Ports Group entered the Pakistani market in 2023 through long-term concessions to operate container and bulk cargo berths at Karachi Port. As part of its commitment to the country, the Group is investing nearly AED 1.1 billion (USD 300 million) to modernise port infrastructure and digital systems to support trade growth and economic diversification.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Khurram Aziz Khan, Chief Executive Officer \u2013 Karachi Gateway Terminal Limited (KGTL) and Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML)<\/strong>, said: \u201cThe dredging project will enable us to accommodate larger and deeper draft vessels at both our container and bulk terminals. This advancement will directly benefit our customers, optimising the use of foreign exchange spent on freight and reducing overall logistics costs. It will also reinforce Pakistan\u2019s role as a regional trade hub, opening greater access to global markets. 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