AD Ports Group and Louis Dreyfus Company Pakistan have signed a long-term agreement to develop a modern bulk handling facility at Karachi Port, aiming to enhance Pakistan's agricultural supply chain and logistics infrastructure.

Target Information

AD Ports Group, a prominent player in the trade and logistics sector, has announced a long-term commercial agreement between its subsidiary, Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited (KGTML), and Louis Dreyfus Company Pakistan (LDC). This collaboration aims to establish a modern clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural products at Karachi Port. The facility will enhance storage capabilities and handling processes for dry agricultural cargo while adhering to international standards of food safety.

Industry Overview in Pakistan

Pakistan's agricultural sector is vital to its economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employing a large portion of the workforce. The country is among the top producers of various crops, including wheat, rice, and cotton. However, despite its robust agricultural output, the sector faces challenges, especially regarding logistics, storage, and distribution, which hinder its global competitiveness.

The logistics environment for agricultural goods in Pakistan has been underdeveloped, causing inefficiencies and increased costs. Recent investments in port infrastructure and modernization pr