The Pakistan government has launched an ambitious century-long plan titled “Pakistan’s Maritime Century (2047–2147)” to turn the country into a global maritime hub.
The roadmap includes the creation of an Integrated Maritime Complex and a Rs. 12 billion upgrade of Gaddani’s ship recycling facilities along the Balochistan coast.
The initiative, introduced during Pakistan Maritime Week 2025, focuses on harnessing Pakistan’s coastline, ports, and sea resources to drive sustainable economic growth. It aims to position the country as a key player in the global blue economy.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said the vision is built on five key pillars, expanding port capacity, modernizing the national shipping fleet, advancing shipbuilding and recycling, promoting green maritime technology, and developing skilled human resources.
The new Integrated Maritime Complex will combine shipbuilding, recycling, and green technology units marking a major industrial and environmental milestone for the maritime sector. Meanwhile, the Rs. 12 billion Gaddani project will upgrade ship recycling facilities and introduce an endowment fund to support education for children from coastal communities.
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Under the same framework, the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) will expand its fleet from the current size to 30 ships within a year and 60 ships in three years. This expansion aims to reduce Pakistan’s $5 billion annual sea freight bill and strengthen self-sufficiency in maritime logistics.
Chaudhry noted that Pakistan’s maritime sector, which currently contributes 0.8% to GDP, is expected to reach 4% by 2047 through expanded trade, improved port efficiency, and new ocean-based industries. He added that Pakistan’s ports, now operating at 50% capacity, will achieve full utilization before 2047, with three new ports planned to enhance national infrastructure.
