Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT, operated by DP World) is Pakistan’s flagship deepwater container terminal at Port Muhammad Bin Qasim, Karachi. Serving as a crucial maritime gateway for the country’s industrial heartbeat, QICT handles over 1.2 million TEUs annually, featuring dual terminal berths, modern quay cranes, direct rail siding to upcountry dry ports, and world-class digital terminal management.
How to Track Your QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Shipment Online
Tracking your QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) package is fast, transparent, and accessible 24/7. Follow these simple steps to monitor your shipment from dispatch to delivery:
- Find Container Number or B/L: Locate your 11-character ISO Container Number (e.g. 4 letters prefix + 7 digits) or Ocean Bill of Lading number.
- Enter Code into Search Box: Input the container number into the tracking bar above.
- Submit Query: Click "Track" to connect directly with DP World QICT’s live terminal system (Zodiac TOS).
- Inspect Terminal Progress: Monitor vessel berthing, container yard stacking, customs out-of-charge, gate pass generation, and trailer gate-out.
QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Tracking Number Format & Where to Find It
QICT tracking uses standard **11-character ISO Container Numbers** (4 letters + 7 numbers, e.g. CMAU1234567 or MSKU9876543) or a **Bill of Lading (B/L) Number**.
- Exterior metal doors and side panels of the shipping container.
- On Ocean Bill of Lading, Delivery Orders (D/O), and Port Qasim Gate Passes.
- On Pakistan Customs WeBOC electronic clearance papers.
Understanding QICT (DP World Qasim 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 DP World QICT | The container ship has safely docked at Port Qasim container terminal berths. | Gantry crane discharge operations active. |
| Discharged & Grounded in Yard | Container discharged from ship hold and stacked in designated terminal yard block. | Awaiting customs physical examination or scanner check. |
| WeBOC Customs Cleared | Pakistan Customs has issued electronic Out-of-Charge on WeBOC system. | Ready for shipping line delivery order release. |
| Gate Pass Generated | All terminal and port charges paid; electronic gate pass released for trailer pickup. | Authorized trailer truck cleared for entry. |
| Gate-Out from Port Qasim | Container loaded onto trailer truck and exited terminal security gates for highway transport. | Terminal handling cycle complete. |
| Gate-In at QICT (Export) | Export container arrived from factory; weighed at terminal in-gate weighbridge. | Positioned in export block awaiting vessel loading. |
| Loaded on Outbound Vessel | Container stowed on export vessel as per cargo bay plan. | Vessel departed Port Qasim. |
QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Shipping Services & Delivery Timelines
QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) offers specialized delivery tiers engineered for domestic and commercial logistics needs:
- DP World QICT Container Terminal 1 & 2: Multi-berth deepwater container handling capable of accommodating mega container vessels.
- On-Dock Container Freight Station (CFS): LCL cargo destuffing, bonded warehousing, and commercial cargo consolidation.
- Reefer Container Stacking: Over 800 refrigerated container plugs with 24/7 continuous temperature monitoring for meat, seafood, and fruit exports.
- Direct Upcountry Rail Siding: Direct freight train loading from quayside to Lahore, Faisalabad, and Rawalpindi dry ports.
Troubleshooting QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Delivery Delays & Non-Delivery (NDR)
Delays at Port Qasim typically arise from customs WeBOC system holds, vessel tidal navigation constraints along the 45-km port channel, or trailer truck congestion at the Port Qasim highway intersection. Processing Delivery Orders electronically and scheduling trailer pickups in off-peak hours mitigates terminal delays.
Official QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Customer Support Directory
For parcel tracking escalations, address modifications, or delivery claims, reach out to QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) customer support:
- Helpline / Phone: 021-3473-0101 / 021-111-786-888
- Email Support: customer.service@dpworld.com
- Official Website: https://www.dpworld.com
- Headquarters: Port Muhammad Bin Qasim, Karachi, Pakistan
- Major Transit Hubs: QICT Terminal 1 & 2, Port Qasim
Frequently Asked Questions about QICT (DP World Qasim International Container Terminal) Tracking
How do I track my container at QICT Port Qasim?
Enter your 11-character Container Number (e.g. CMAU1234567) into the search tool above to see current yard block position, vessel discharge status, and gate-out authorization.
Who operates QICT?
QICT is operated by DP World, one of the world’s largest port and global terminal operators.
How far is Port Qasim from central Karachi?
Port Qasim is located approximately 35 kilometers east of central Karachi, providing direct highway access to the National Highway (N-5) and M-9 Motorway without city traffic.
Can containers be loaded directly onto trains at QICT?
Yes, QICT features an on-dock rail siding that allows containers to be loaded directly onto Pakistan Railways freight trains bound for upcountry dry ports.