Gadani ship-breaking yard, Ship breaking yard in Gadani, Pakistan
The Gadani ship-breaking facility extends along 10 kilometers of beachfront, containing 132 plots where vessels undergo systematic dismantling procedures.
During the 1980s, Gadani reached its peak as the world's largest ship-breaking yard, processing numerous vessels and providing employment to 30,000 workers.
The yard represents a cornerstone of Pakistan's industrial heritage, where generations of workers have developed specialized skills in maritime vessel deconstruction.
Located 40 kilometers northwest of Karachi, the facility maintains an annual capacity to dismantle 125 ships, producing over one million tons of steel.
In 2009-2010, the yard achieved its highest production record by dismantling 107 ships, yielding 852,022 tons of light displacement materials.
Industry: ship breaking
GPS coordinates: 25.06361,66.71139
Latest update: September 18, 2025 12:26
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