K-Electric and DP World have signed an agreement to establish a dedicated 132 kV grid station at Pakistan’s Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT), ensuring a reliable 26 MW power supply to support the terminal’s expanding operations and Pakistan’s growing participation in global trade.
According to the press release, the project is designed to enhance power resilience, improve operational efficiency, and enable future electrification at one of the country’s most important trade gateways. The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainability, innovation, and long-term reliability.
Sadia Dada, Chief Distribution & Marcomms Officer at K-Electric, said, “The move to grid power represents growing confidence in the system’s reliability and cost competitiveness, especially for industries with expanding operations. Our agreement with DP World reflects a shared understanding that stable, high-quality electricity is fundamental to growth and efficiency.”
Junaid Zamir, DP World’s CEO of QICT, stated, “Reliable energy is the backbone of continued growth at Port Qasim. This partnership with KE to install a dedicated grid station strengthens our terminal’s resilience and supports more sustainable trade across Pakistan and beyond.”
The upcoming grid station will ensure uninterrupted power for QICT’s operations, further reinforcing K-Electric’s role in driving sustainable industrial growth and supporting critical sectors including ports, manufacturing, and logistics.
DP World is a leading global provider of end-to-end logistics solutions, operating across six continents, including its strategic operations at Port Qasim.
