Ship Recycling : Unsafe working condition in Pakistan claims two life In a distressing turn of events, the perilous working conditions prevailing in Pakistan’s shipbreaking yards have claimed yet more lives. This time, the victims are Qasim and Mustafa, workers involved in the dismantling of the 26-year-old bulk carrier ship, [...]
IMO Seminar Highlights Global Commitment to Safe and Eco-Friendly Ship Recycling The recent conclusion of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) National Seminar on Hong Kong Convention Ratification and Implementation in Karachi marked a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s maritime and environmental sectors. This three-day event brought together key stakeholders, experts, and [...]
Ship Recycling : Pakistan’s Bid to Join the Hong Kong Convention. Vice Admiral (retd) Iftikhar Ahmed Rao, the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Maritime Affairs, revealed on Wednesday that the government is actively working towards ensuring Pakistan’s accession to the Hong Kong Convention (HKC). He expressed optimism [...]
Highlights of the Week (Please read vessel sold during this week, at the bottom of this story) The ship recycling industry appears to have gained momentum, with Indian ship recyclers emerging as the most dynamic participants. Meanwhile, Pakistan is making a comeback after a prolonged absence. It is worth noting [...]
