DP World Karachi Named Pakistan's Best Container Terminal for Outstanding Performance and Leadership

DP World, operating at Qasim International Container Terminal, has been awarded the Best Container Terminal Company of the Year Excellence Award by the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI). As Pakistan’s first state-of-the-art terminal, and the first to achieve 1.3 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs), DP World Karachi handles 33% of the laden import and export trade amongst 4 container terminals and is the largest export terminal handling 39% of Pakistan’s total containerised exports.

Leveraging cutting-edge technology and best practices to boost operational efficiency, safety, and service quality for all customers and stakeholders, DP World Karachi strives to continue connecting the world to Pakistan. With a track record of enhanced performance and streamlined Import/Export examinations, DP World Karachi consistently showcases its exceptional leadership and excellence in the industry. Receiving the Great Place to Work certification earlier this year, the organisation stands out not only for its industry-leading capabilities, but also for its distinguished workplace culture.

On behalf of DP World, Junaid Zamir, CEO of DP World Karachi had the honour of receiving the award from His Excellency the President of Pakistan, Mr. Asif Ali Zardari, at the Presidential Palace in Islamabad.

Junaid Zamir, CEO of DP World Karachi expressed his feelings, “We are thrilled and honoured to be named the Best Container Terminal Company of the Year, echoing our commitment to leveraging technology and optimising our operations to not only set new standards for the industry but provide more efficient and cost-effective trade solutions for our customers. Beyond our focus on elevating Pakistan’s trade, nurturing the talent in the industry and leaving a positive impact in our surrounding communities continues to be a priority for DP World Karachi. We also place great emphasis on the safety of our people as they are central to our success, and this award is thanks to the exceptional dedication and hard work of the entire DP World Karachi team.”

DP World Karachi’s recognition as the Best Container Terminal Company of the Year by the FPCCI acknowledges its remarkable achievements and leadership. As a pioneer in modern container handling, we’ve been proudly investing in the terminal for nearly two decades. Today, we offer a range of value added services to our customers, and these include a dedicated truck parking area and pre-gate, three bonded off dock container freight stations, a dedicated bonded auction yard, online payment facilities, user-friendly mobile applications, as well as rail services for upcountry cargo with last mile transportation, amongst others.