{
  "id": 7432608,
  "title": "PQA helps berthing vessel after it develops faults",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/pqa-helps-berthing-vessel-after-it-develops-faults",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-14T23:57:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40439477/pqa-helps-berthing-vessel-after-it-develops-faults"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KARACHI: Port Qasim Authority (PQA) expertly guided the bulk carrier MV Chang Chang Nan Hai to the Pakistan International Bulk Terminal (PIBT) on Monday, after the vessel underwent necessary repairs at anchorage. The 199.98-metre ship, carrying over 57,000 metric tons of coal with an arrival draft of 13.00 metres, initially had its berthing attempt thwarted due to a detected defect in its steering gear and rudder system. Upon the completion of necessary rectifications, the vessel was given the green light for berthing.\n\nSenior Pilot Capt. Muhammad Ashfaq Arain spearheaded the operation, ensuring the safe navigation of the carrier to its berth at PIBT. PQA spokesperson highlighted the successful handling of the vessel as a testament to Port Qasim's unwavering commitment to navigational safety protocols and its ability to efficiently manage crucial national cargo, including coal shipments that play a vital role in the country's energy supply chain.",
  "summary": "KARACHI: Port Qasim Authority (PQA) on Monday safely navigated and berthed the bulk carrier MV Chang Chang Nan Hai at the Pakistan International Bulk Terminal (PIBT) after the vessel underwent technical repairs at anchorage. According to the PQA, the 199.98-metre carrier, loaded with over 57,000 metric tons of coal at an arrival draft of 13.00 metres, had its initial berthing attempt aborted…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}