Advance filing cuts cargo clearance time

Addressing a meeting at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), he invited the chamber to submit a consolidated list of operational problems with practical recommendations and assured KPT's cooperation with Pakistan Customs, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), the Sindh government and other authorities.The KPT chairman said approximately 90% of the long-pending dredging project had been completed, with the main channel deepened to around 14.5 metres.

The approach channel was expected to reach 16 metres once remaining work concluded within 30-40 days, enabling the port to accommodate larger vessels.

Advance filing cuts cargo clearance time Our Correspondent | Updated 5 minutes ago | KPT chief says 90% of dredging done; channel to reach 16 metres in 30-40 days.