Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), part of Noatum Ports and AD Ports Group, and Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) Pakistan signed a long-term commercial agreement to develop and operate a modern, clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi Port.
Noatum Ports is the international ports operating arm of Abu Dhabi’s AD Ports Group.
The investment is in addition to the US$75 million already committed by AD Ports Group during phase one of the KGTML project.
KGTML will invest in the design and construction of a food-grade clean bulk facility, including a handling and conveyor system along with associated infrastructure and utilities, to support the handling and storage of dry agricultural bulk cargo.
LDC has committed to providing an inbound volume of agricultural commodities and will leverage the new infrastructure as part of its plans to grow its presence in Pakistan.
New facility boosts agricultural supply chain
Both companies – AD Ports Group and LDC – are part of ADQ, the Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, and the agreement will strengthen Pakistan’s agricultural supply chain and port logistics ecosystem by leveraging their global expertise and regional capabilities.
The new facility will enhance efficiency, reduce handling times and improve the resilience of Pakistan’s agricultural logistics network. It will follow and implement international food safety and operational standards. By leveraging advanced infrastructure, the project will strengthen regional trade connectivity and contribute to wider access to food.
Mohammed Al Tamimi, Chief Executive Officer of Noatum Ports, commented: “This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s agricultural supply chain and port logistics ecosystem.
“As a key gateway for regional trade, KGTML plays a vital role in enhancing connectivity and driving efficiency across Pakistan’s maritime sector. This development will significantly upgrade the country’s logistics infrastructure and reinforce Karachi Port’s position as a critical hub for international commerce.
“The agreement with LDC represents a significant milestone in our partnership. Building on this foundation, we are committed to exploring further opportunities for collaboration across new markets, capitalising on our shared capabilities to deliver world-class, high-impact infrastructure solutions.”
Rubens Marques, LDC’s Head of South and Southeast Asia, added: “We are pleased to partner with KGTML, and increase our cooperation with AD Ports Group, on this transformative project to upgrade and modernise Karachi’s port infrastructure and supporting the growth of Pakistan’s agriculture sector.
“This development reflects our long-term commitment to the country, where we have been operating for over 15 years, and our confidence in its growing role in global agricultural trade. The facility will be a key lever as we work to enhance our supply chain capabilities for the benefit of our business partners up- and downstream in Pakistan, the region and beyond.”
In addition to KGTML, AD Ports Group is also developing, operating and managing the Karachi Gateway Terminal Limited (KGTL) container terminal at Karachi Port.
