WNAM REPORT: The Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference 2025 (PIMEC-25) successfully concluded in Karachi, marking the end of a four-day premier maritime gathering held from 3 to 6 Nov 25. The second edition of PIMEC, a cornerstone initiative for Pakistan’s maritime sector, served as a vibrant platform for strategic dialogue, academic exchange, and commercial collaboration, reaffirming vision of Ministry of Maritime Affairs to develop a robust Blue Economy. The closing ceremony was graced by the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, as Chief Guest.
In his address, the Chief Guest announced establishment of Pakistan’s first Green Ship Repair and Recycling Yard at Port Qasim. The Minister highlighted that looking ahead to Pakistan’s “Maritime Century (2047–2147)”, the five pillars include developing three new deep-sea ports, expanding national shipping fleet, building AI-enabled maritime industrial complexes, achieving 100% green digital ports and leading regional maritime cooperation.
Earlier, Commander Karachi, Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi, extended sincere appreciation to the visiting delegates, scholars, maritime experts and exhibitors for their dynamic participation throughout the event. He emphasized that PIMEC provides an ideal platform for Pakistan’s maritime industry exchange ideas and creates new avenues for a prosperous maritime future. Commander Karachi also appreciated the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) for successfully organizing the International Maritime Conference on the theme “Harnessing Blue Economy Potential for Sustainable Development” during the event.
The second edition of PIMEC-25 marked a major milestone in advancing Pakistan’s maritime and blue economy agenda, with the signing of 83 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth Rs. 76 Billion between national and international exhibitors across multiple maritime sectors. The MoUs signings at PIMEC-25 serve as a concrete signal from Pakistan to international investors, emphasizing its commitment to fostering strategic partnerships, promoting technology transfer, enhancing capacity-building, and unlocking large-scale opportunities in maritime sector.
PIMEC-25 received an overwhelming international response, featuring participation from 178 exhibitors including 28 international firms and 150 local organizations showcasing a wide range of maritime innovations, technologies, and services. The event was also attended by 133 international delegations representing 44 countries across Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Africa, Middle East and the Far East, underscoring PIMEC’s growing stature as a premier maritime event in the region.
The successful conclusion of PIMEC-25 not only highlights Pakistan’s potential as a maritime hub but also reflects the nation’s growing role in shaping regional Blue Economy landscape.
