Pakistan

Port of Karachi (PK KHI)

Pakistan
Port information
UN/LOCODE PK KHI
Coordinates 24.7833, 66.9833 (24°47′N 66°59′E)
Region PK-SD
Nearest city Karāchi
Body of water Arabian Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Good
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 12.2 m
Anchorage depth 9 m
Cargo pier depth 13.5 m
Oil terminal depth 14 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 400 m × 58 m × 14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Large
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #69
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 343.02

Located in Pakistan, the port of Karachi serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Karachi has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, natural type. Ships approaching Karachi work with a channel depth of 12.2 m. Karāchi is the nearest city to Karachi, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Karachi located?
Karachi is a seaport in Pakistan, near Karāchi.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Karachi?
The UN/LOCODE for Karachi is PK KHI.
What is the channel depth at Karachi?
The channel depth at Karachi is 12.2 m.
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