GADANI (Lord Media): Ship recycling operations have resumed at Pakistan’s Gadani shipyard after an eight-year hiatus, with seven ships now anchored for recycling. This revival has been made possible through the efforts of the Maritime Task Force, NLC, and other institutions.
Reforms are underway to align the ship recycling industry with international standards, and the federal government has granted it formal industrial status. Out of Gadani’s 16 ship recycling yards, 9 have been upgraded according to the Hong Kong Convention, while the remaining 7 are under inspection.
The government plans to establish modern treatment, storage, and disposal facilities in Gadani to ensure the protection of the coastal environment and marine life.
Each recycled ship is expected to contribute approximately 25 million U.S. dollars to the national economy, and once fully operational, Gadani will meet 30% of the country’s steel scrap needs.
The revival of the ship recycling industry is a positive development for Pakistan’s maritime economy and industrial growth.
