Karachi, March 31, 2026: Hutchison Ports KICT has completed the biometric registration of more than 15,000 truck drivers, becoming the first container terminal in Pakistan to introduce a comprehensive digital verification system designed to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and transparency across container handling operations.
The initiative was soft launched on 1 January 2026, and following the successful onboarding of the trucking community, the system will officially go live on 1 April 2026.
The biometric verification platform enables quick and reliable identification of truck drivers entering the terminal, allowing for smoother access management and more efficient coordination of container movements. By integrating technology into gate operations, the system supports faster verification processes, reduces manual checks, and contributes to a more streamlined flow of vehicles within the terminal.
With more than 15,000 drivers registered, the system establishes a verified driver network that supports better operational planning and improved communication with terminal users. The initiative also helps create a structured and professional operating environment for the trucking community that plays a vital role in the port’s logistics ecosystem.
The introduction of the biometric verification system has also contributed to improved safety management within the terminal. As a result, pedestrian movement within operational areas has been reduced by approximately 90%, supporting a safer working environment for drivers, terminal staff, and equipment operators.
The digital platform further enables improved monitoring of driver activity within the terminal, allowing KICT to promote safe driving practices, provide targeted awareness programs, and maintain high safety standards across operations. To encourage participation and recognize the trucking community’s cooperation in adopting the system, KICT has also introduced a reward and recognition program for registered drivers visiting the terminal. More than 12,000 entries have already been received, with three motorbikes to be awarded through a lucky draw.
Navaid Qureshi, Chief Executive Officer of KICT, said: “Technology plays a key role in improving the efficiency, safety, and reliability of modern port operations. The biometric verification system is an important step towards building a more transparent and well-coordinated logistics environment at KICT. By digitizing driver verification, we are enabling faster processes, improving operational visibility, and supporting a safer working environment for the trucking community and terminal staff.”
This initiative reflects KICT’s continued investment in innovation, responsible operations, and sustainable port development, while strengthening collaboration with the trucking community that supports Pakistan’s trade and supply chains.
