QUETTA, Jul 29 (APP):Gwadar Port has successfully completed its second commercial bunkering operation, marking another important milestone towards Pakistan’s blue economy and making Gwadar a regional maritime hub. According to Gwadar Port Authority (GPA), during this bunkering operation, approximately 1,150 metric tons of Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO) was successfully delivered to LNG Carrier M.V. EXCELERATE SHENANDOAH (IMO No. 9321768) at Gwadar Port. The day-long bunkering operation was completed in …
Gwadar Port completes its second commercial bunkering operation
QUETTA, Jul 29 (APP):Gwadar Port has successfully completed its second commercial bunkering operation, marking another important milestone towards Pakistan’s blue economy and making Gwadar a regional maritime hub.
According to Gwadar Port Authority (GPA), during this bunkering operation, approximately 1,150 metric tons of Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO) was successfully delivered to LNG Carrier M.V. EXCELERATE SHENANDOAH (IMO No. 9321768) at Gwadar Port.
The day-long bunkering operation was completed in accordance with international safety, environmental and operational standards. The bunkering barge M.T. MARINE ISTA arrived in Gwadar from Karachi and delivered marine fuel to the ship. This bunkering operation was completed in cooperation with Gwadar Port Authority, Pakistan Customs and other relevant agencies, where full implementation of all legal, regulatory, safety and environmental requirements was ensured.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said that the successful completion of the second commercial bunkering operation at Gwadar Port is a clear proof that Gwadar is rapidly emerging as an important hub for international maritime trade and maritime services.
He said that under the government’s policies, vigorous steps are being taken to provide modern facilities at Gwadar Port, promote investment and provide quality services to global shipping companies.
He said that the development of Gwadar Port is of utmost importance not only for Balochistan but also for the economy of Pakistan.
Chairman Gwadar Port Noorul Haq Baloch said that the successful completion of the second commercial bunkering operation is a practical manifestation of Gwadar Port’s increasing capacity, operational efficiency and growing confidence of global shipping companies.
He said that Gwadar Port is now capable of providing reliable marine fuel services and the continuous increase in bunkering activities would lead to the arrival of more international ships, new investments, business opportunities and employment in the future.
Chairman Noorul Haq Baloch further said that steps are being taken rapidly with the cooperation of all relevant institutions to make Gwadar Port a competitive Regional Bunkering and Maritime Logistics Hub, while providing world-class facilities at the port is among the top priorities of the government.
