Abstract:
This research study is conducted to analyze the requirement of dredging at Port Qasim
and find solutions to the problems being faced by the Port. The information or data
regarding ports, dredging, types of dredgers, and challenges being faced by the Port
Qasim in managing dredging affairs are obtained from secondary sources available with
various departments of Port Qasim, websites, interviews, International Hydrographic
Organization manuals, reference books, PQA Board Resolution, Implementation
Agreements and Contract Agreements between Port Qasim and various firms etc. The
secondary sources of information have only been considered in this study. The study
also include analysis of dredging requirement and Cost-Benefit Analysis of conducting
dredging with own PQA Dredger viz a viz contract dredging. Based on findings from the
study and analysis, it is concluded that there is requirement of regular dredging at Port
Qasim and it will further increase in future. It is also concluded that, it is cost effective
to undertake dredging works with own PQA Dredger and there is dire need to
restructure Dredging Department of Port Qasim to manage dredging matters.
