Pakistan intends to enhance logistics by moving the transportation of imported edible oil from highways to railroads.

As part of larger logistics reforms meant to reduce expenses, ease traffic in Karachi, and improve environmental results, Pakistan is thinking of shipping imported edible oil from Port Qasim by train, authorities said on Wednesday.

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and a delegation from the Ministry of Railways met to discuss the proposal. Chaudhry stated that the government was looking at proposals to build a railway station and contemporary storage facilities at the port.

Currently, Pakistan moves imported edible oil inland primarily by road, which adds to traffic jams, increased fuel consumption, and logistical bottlenecks in Karachi.

As part of broader initiatives to enhance port-linked supply chains and lower transportation inefficiencies, bulk cargo is being moved to rail.

According to an official statement, Chaudhry stated, “Under this project, the transportation of edible oil through railways will help save both time and cost.” The effort would also greatly lessen traffic pressure in Karachi.

According to Chaudhry, trains transporting edible oil will run from Port Qasim and Keamari to important industrial and consuming hubs like Multan, Lahore, Faisalabad, Hattar, and Peshawar.

According to him, the project aims to move about 100,000 tons of edible oil per year from road to rail, which would also help achieve environmental goals by using less fuel and emitting fewer emissions during transportation.

According to Chaudhry, “the railway project will support port-related logistics reforms and bring environmental benefits by promoting efficient fuel use and lowering transportation costs.”