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KARACHI, Nov 05 (APP):The second Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC-2025), jointly organized by the Pakistan Navy and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, continued for the third consecutive day here at the Expo Centre on Wednesday.
Various national and international organizations showcased state-of-the-art maritime equipment and research models, which drew considerable attention from visitors. The exhibition displayed a wide range of modern defence and technological products, including the indigenously developed “Buraq Vehicle”, designed to safely evacuate personnel from combat zones.
The vehicle, equipped with advanced protection systems, is entirely Made in Pakistan — reflecting the growing standards of the country’s engineering capabilities.
Prominent departments, including the Ministry of Defence Production, Net Med, and several universities, set up their stalls at the event. The NET MED pavilion remained a key attraction for visitors. The Ministry of Defence Production’s stall focused particularly on promoting the Blue Economy and the sustainable use of marine resources.
The stall of the Directorate General of Research and Development (DG R&D) also drew large crowds, displaying modern defense equipment such as night vision devices, training weapons, and advanced gear used by the Maritime Security Agency.
The Gwadar Shipyard, a vital project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), was also prominently featured with a dedicated stall highlighting its significance in Pakistan’s maritime development.
Earlier, on the second day of the conference, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori visited the drone show and lauded Pakistan’s export potential in drone technology. He said that the maritime exhibition not only reflects cooperation in the maritime sector but also demonstrates the country’s growing capability in locally developed defence technologies.
The exhibition, he added, will help open new avenues for investment and create employment opportunities.
The international maritime exhibition will conclude on Thursday, with the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs attending the closing ceremony as the chief guest.