Oceans are a vital component of
our planet containing countless marine species and vast seabed resources.
Besides being the cheapest medium for transportation of goods, Oceans
contribute towards world's economy through tourism, fishing, renewable energy production,
aquaculture and seabed resources including hydrocarbons and minerals. Economic
activities in the Oceans are therefore expanding rapidly, driven primarily by
growing population across the globe. As the world turns increasingly to the
Oceans for sustainable growth, the Blue Economy' emerges as a transformative
paradigm - uniting all oceanic, maritime, and coastal sectors for inclusive
prosperity and long term resilience.
Blue Economy has been
increasingly adopted by developed nations for sustainable growth. Government of
Pakistan has put special focus on development of Blue Economy. Across the
globe, Maritime exhibitions provide an ideal platform to showcase various
products, systems and services leading to beneficial business partnerships at
local and international levels.
Recognizing the immense potential
of the Blue economy, Pakistan Navy is committed to fostering a national
maritime awareness at national level and pave the way for sustainable
development of maritime sector through synergized efforts of all stake holders.
In this regard, Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC)
is an initiative of Pakistan Navy being co-organized by Badar Expo Solutions
under the patronage of Ministry of Maritime Affairs to jump start. Blue
Economy.
Maiden edition of PIMEC was
conducted from 10-12 Feb 2023 at Karachi Expo Centre. During the event, an
International maritime conference on Blue Economy was also held. Next edition
of PIMEC 2025 will be a 4 day event scheduled at KEC from 3-6 Nov 25 (Monday to
Thursday).
A total; of 143 x Exhibitors
participated in PIMEC-2023 including 22 x international exhibitors from 12 x
countries (China, Finland, France, Germany, Iraq, Italy, Netherlands, Oman,
Singapore, Turkiye, UK and USA and 121 x Domestic exhibitors). As a result of
business engagements 22 x MoUs/JVs amounting to US$ 400 M were signed during
PIMEC-2023. In totality around 19,000 x visitors attended PIMEC-2023 including
159 foreign delegates from 52 countries.
PIMEC will focus on investment
and collaboration in various maritime fields including Port operations, Ship
design, building and repair, Ship Breaking, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Coastal
Tourism, Marine Engineering Equipment and Maritime Infrastructure Development
and Artificial Intelligence. PIMEC is also focusing on defence equipment,
maritime training and education, Maritime Logistics and Sea Transportation,
Seabed Resource Exploration, Renewable Energy and Environment Protection.
Maritime expo will showcase
innovations, products and services. It will provide a platform for brand
exposure to wide group of global audience from the maritime market. It will
provide an opportunity to connect decision markers, end users and industry
leaders. It will also help to create new business relationships and strengthen
existing ones. It will highlight Maritime Potential and investment
opportunities for the trade, businesses and investors visiting or participating
in exhibition.
PIMEC serves as a tribute to
Pakistan's growing maritime ambitions and a cornerstone of National Progress.
The event will amplify Pakistan's strategic vision to become a regional
maritime hub, fostering trade, security and innovation. It will reinforce
national pride, educate masses on the maritime importance and attract, global
investors.
On the eve of 2nd edition of PIMEC 2025, Pakistan Post is issuing the Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.30/- denomination on November 03, 2025.
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