Ship Breaking Yard of Gadani, Ship breaking yard in Gadani, Pakistan.
The Ship Breaking Yard of Gadani is an industrial facility along the coast where large vessels are dismantled for recycling. Workers separate steel, metals, and other materials from the hulls to be processed and reused.
The facility emerged in the 1980s as the world's largest ship breaking operation at that time. It later lost its leading position as competing yards in South Asia expanded and developed.
The yard provides steady work for people from surrounding areas and shapes local economic life. Knowledge of how to safely dismantle vessels is passed down through families, creating a skilled workforce deeply connected to this industry.
The site is walkable from the nearest beach when visiting the area and best seen in the morning. The grounds are open, so watch for rough terrain and active machinery as you move around.
Workers here use fairly basic tools and hand methods to dismantle large ships, revealing remarkable skill and coordination. Visitors often find it surprising how quickly and methodically the work proceeds despite the simple-looking equipment.
Location: تحصیل گڈانی
Address: Gadani Beach Rd, Gaddani, Las Bela, Balochistan, Pakistan
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:00-18:00; Friday 00:00-00:00; Saturday 07:00-18:00; Sunday 00:00-00:00
Phone: +923485487633
GPS coordinates: 25.02697,66.71240
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:04
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