Senior Vice President FPCCI Saquib Fayyaz Magoon has expressed dismay over a significant increase in container terminal charges following Karachi Gateway Terminal Limited’s (KGTL) management takeover. Charges, previously at PKR 150 per metric ton, have surged to PKR 480, prompting strong demands for rate rationalization and transparent consultation processes.
CEO Khurram Aziz Khan’s visit to FPCCI Head Office highlights efforts to address concerns, yet Magoon emphasized the urgency of regulating shipping lines and terminals to protect traders from exploitation. VP FPCCI Asif Sakhi underscored the need for a regulatory framework, particularly addressing LO-LO charges, to ensure clarity and fair practices in the trade sector.
