KARACHI, April 2: The Karachi Port broke its 15-year-old record by handling 215 ships (arrivals) in March 2008.

It is the second time that the KPT has crossed the figure of 200 ships in a month.

In August 1993, the KPT had handled 208 ship arrivals which also included 33 fishing trawlers. However, last month’s figures do not include arrival of fishing trawlers, but all cargo and container ships.

This increase, KPT sources said, reflects the port’s efficiency in cargo handling.

The container terminals with latest gantry cranes were not there in 1993 and only geared container vessels used to call at Karachi port.

With the induction of private sector, arrival of gearless container vessels became possible at the port which resulted in reduced vessel turn around time, says a press release.

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