Pakistan, July 10 -- ISLAMABAD - In a major step towards boosting maritime infrastructure, Pakistan has launched its first National Dredging and Marine Services (NDMS) company to reduce dependence on foreign contractors and cut operational costs at key ports.

The new state-backed firm is formed in collaboration with the Port Qasim Authority, Karachi Port Trust, Gwadar Port Authority, and National Logistics Corporation. It will offer sustainable and cost-effective dredging solutions across Pakistan's major seaports.

According to officials, operations of the NDMS company are set to begin in October 2025, with capital dredging at Port Qasim as its first major project. Port Qasim is one of the busiest deep-sea ports in the country, playing ...