Karachi Port Terminal Operator recognized for international safety standards

KARACHI (Staff Report): Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT), operated by Hutchison Ports, has received national recognition for its commitment to international standards of occupational safety, health and workplace excellence.

KICT was honoured at the 19th National Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Awards organised by the Employers’ Federation of Pakistan (EFP).

According to Karachi Port Trust, the award was received by KICT Chief Executive Officer from the event’s Guest of Honour, Dr Luo Dapeng, WHO Representative and Head of Mission in Pakistan.

The recognition highlights the terminal operator’s efforts to promote a strong workplace safety culture and maintain health and safety standards across its port operations.

The development also underscores the importance of occupational safety alongside operational efficiency in Pakistan’s maritime and port sector.

KICT’s recognition comes as Karachi Port and its terminal operators continue to pursue improvements in port operations, workplace standards and service delivery.