Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim (PKBQM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim (UN/LOCODE PKBQM) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Pakistan, on the Arabian Sea. It sits at 24.7667° N, 67.3500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 16 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.

Country
Pakistan
UN/LOCODE
PKBQM
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
24.7667° N, 67.3500° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
14 m
Anchorage Depth
11 m
Cargo Pier Depth
16 m
Max Vessel Draft
13 m
Max Vessel Length
350 m
Tidal Range
3 m
Oil Terminal Depth
12.8 m
Entrance Width
196 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Harbor Use
Cargo
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Arabian Sea; Indian Ocean
Region
Pakistan

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkContainerBreakbulkOil TerminalLNG Terminal

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Distance
20 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim

Where is Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim located?

Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim is a seaport located in Pakistan, on the Arabian Sea. Its coordinates are 24.7667° N, 67.3500° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim is PKBQM — country code PK, location code BQM.

How deep is Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 16 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim?

Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim reports a maximum draft of 13 m, a maximum length of 350 m, a maximum beam of 50 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim.

What type of harbor is Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim?

Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim have?

Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, oil terminal, lng terminal facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Muhamamad Bin Qasim are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48605), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →