Hutchison Ports Pakistan announces USD76m investment

Business Recorder reported that Hutchison Ports Pakistan has unveiled a USD 76 million investment plan covering 2026 and 2027 to upgrade its container terminal. The package comprises two quay cranes, 17 rubber tyre gantry cranes, 70 e-trucks and 50 trailers, with the cranes and trucks running on electric power and controlled remotely.

Earlier this year the terminal took in an initial set of 20 e-trucks, plus 10 trailers, a reach stacker and an empty handler, to quicken operations. According to the announcement, the electric fleet also supports the group's worldwide sustainability aims and cleaner freight movement across Pakistan's supply chains. The company expects cumulative investment to top USD 690 million before 2026 ends.

The company's chief executive, CS Kim, said the spending reflected a steady commitment to national economic growth and its standing as a maritime hub. The company has also sent the government a proposal seeking additional land for a Centralised Examination Area, a step linked to plans by MOMA, KPT and the federal government for a larger logistics hub.