Pakistan International Container Terminal (PICT, an ICTSI Group company) is one of the premier container terminal facilities at the Port of Karachi. Located on the East Wharf of Karachi Port, PICT operates state-of-the-art Ship-to-Shore (STS) gantry cranes, integrated terminal operating systems (TOS), and provides seamless import, export, and transshipment container handling for the world’s leading ocean carriers (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd).
How to Track Your PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Shipment Online
Tracking your PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) package is fast, transparent, and accessible 24/7. Follow these simple steps to monitor your shipment from dispatch to delivery:
- Locate Container Number or Bill of Lading (B/L): Find your standard 11-character ISO Container Number (e.g. 4 letters prefix + 7 digits) or Ocean B/L number.
- Input Identifier into Tracker: Enter the container code into the search box above.
- Execute Port Query: Click "Track" to connect directly with the PICT Terminal Operating System (Navis SPARCS).
- Review Terminal Milestones: Monitor vessel berthing, container discharge from ship, terminal yard placement, customs clearance, and gate-out.
PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Tracking Number Format & Where to Find It
PICT tracking uses standard **11-character ISO Container Numbers** (4 letters + 7 digits, e.g. MSKU1234567 or TGHU9876543) or an **Ocean Bill of Lading (B/L) Number**.
- Painted boldly on the exterior doors and sides of the shipping container.
- On terminal Gate-In / Gate-Out passes, Bill of Lading, and shipping line Delivery Orders (D/O).
- On Pakistan Customs WeBOC declaration documents.
Understanding PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Shipment Statuses
As your consignment moves through sorting facilities and linehaul transit, its status is scanned into the central network. Here is what each milestone checkpoint indicates:
| Status Milestone | Detailed Explanation | Next Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| Vessel Berthed at PICT East Wharf | The container vessel has berthed alongside PICT quayside. | Quay crane discharge operations commencing. |
| Discharged from Vessel / In Yard | Container discharged from vessel hold/deck and stacked in designated terminal yard block. | Awaiting customs inspection and gate pass. |
| Customs Examination (WeBOC Cleared) | Pakistan Customs inspection completed; electronic WeBOC out-of-charge issued. | Ready for terminal delivery order processing. |
| Gate Pass Issued | Terminal handling charges (THC) settled and gate pass generated. | Authorized trailer truck may enter terminal. |
| Gate-Out from PICT | Container loaded onto trailer truck and passed out of PICT terminal gate for inland transport. | Port terminal phase complete. |
| Gate-In at PICT (For Exports) | Export container has entered terminal gates; weighed at weighbridge. | Stacked in export block awaiting vessel loading. |
| Loaded onto Export Vessel | Container loaded onto outbound vessel; stowed as per bay plan. | Vessel sailing from Karachi Port. |
PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Shipping Services & Delivery Timelines
PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) offers specialized delivery tiers engineered for domestic and commercial logistics needs:
- Container Stevedoring & Terminal Handling: Rapid vessel loading and discharge using modern post-Panamax quay gantry cranes.
- Terminal Container Yard Storage: Secure container yard operations with dedicated reefer plugs for temperature-controlled cold-chain containers.
- Direct WeBOC Customs Integration: Seamless electronic data interchange (EDI) with Pakistan Customs WeBOC portal for expedited clearance.
- Rail Siding Connection: Direct rail link from Karachi Port East Wharf to upcountry dry ports across Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Troubleshooting PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Delivery Delays & Non-Delivery (NDR)
Port terminal delays in Karachi typically result from shipping line Delivery Order (D/O) processing bottlenecks, Pakistan Customs WeBOC system maintenance, port access road trailer truck queues along Kemari/Mauripur road, or heavy monsoon swells affecting vessel pilotage. Settling terminal dues and obtaining electronic gate passes in advance prevents port demurrage charges.
Official PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Customer Support Directory
For parcel tracking escalations, address modifications, or delivery claims, reach out to PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) customer support:
- Helpline / Phone: 021-3285-5701 / 021-111-117-428
- Email Support: customer.care@pict.com.pk
- Official Website: https://pict.com.pk
- Headquarters: East Wharf, Keamari, Karachi Port, Karachi, Pakistan
- Major Transit Hubs: Karachi Port East Wharf, Berth 6 to 9
Frequently Asked Questions about PICT (Pakistan International Container Terminal) Tracking
How do I track a container at PICT Karachi Port?
Enter your 11-character Container Number (e.g. MSKU1234567) into the search widget above to view current yard location, vessel discharge time, and gate-out status.
Where is PICT located in Karachi?
PICT is situated on the East Wharf of Karachi Port, operating Berths 6, 7, 8, and 9.
What is WeBOC in Pakistani port clearance?
WeBOC (Web-Based One Customs) is the official electronic clearance portal of Pakistan Customs used to clear import and export shipments at maritime container terminals.
What are the free storage days for import containers at PICT?
Import containers typically receive 5 days of free storage from the date of vessel discharge completion; progressive demurrage charges apply thereafter.