Mariculture Estate project at Korangi Fisheries Harbor; important step towards promotion of blue economy

Cold chain, commercial facilities, modern infrastructure and sustainable development systems will also be established in Mariculture Estate

Mariculture Estate project at Korangi Fisheries Harbor is being described as an important step towards promotion of blue economy.

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has presented plan to establish 100-acre Mariculture Investment and Development Estate at Korangi Fisheries Harbor.

Korangi Fisheries Harbor is serving as an important port for fishing and fisheries-related activities in Karachi and proposed Mariculture Estate will provide modern facilities for fish farming, hatcheries, research, processing and value addition.

Project includes 30-acre mariculture zone, 20-acre hatchery zone, 20-acre aqua research park and 20-acre commercial district.

Cold chain, commercial facilities, modern infrastructure and sustainable development systems will also be established in Mariculture Estate.

Step will play important role in modernizing fisheries sector, increasing exports and promoting economic activities in coastal areas.