ISLAMABAD — The National Logistics Corporation (NLC) is facilitating new international trade opportunities for Pakistani exporters by expanding road freight operations under the UN-backed Transports Internationaux Routiers (TIR) transit system.
The TIR framework simplifies cross-border Customs procedures and eliminates traditional transit delays, allowing Pakistani businesses to transport both perishable and non-perishable cargo across international borders with reduced transit times and lower logistics costs.
Access to High-Growth International Markets
Through NLC’s door-to-door road freight operations, Pakistani traders gain direct access to expanding markets across Central Asia, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Target export destinations covered under the transit network include:
- Central Asia: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan
- Eurasia & Eastern Europe: Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Russia, Belarus, and Poland
- East & North Asia: China and Mongolia
Competitive Advantage for Exporters
By utilizing sealed containerized transport without the need for cargo offloading at intermediate borders, NLC offers a time-efficient alternative to conventional sea routes.
Key operational benefits for businesses include:
- Reduced Transit Duration: Direct overland routes deliver cargo days faster than maritime logistics.
- Cost Efficiency: Streamlined customs checks at entry and exit points lower overhead expenses.
- Diverse Cargo Support: Door-to-door transport solutions tailored for textiles, agricultural produce, pharmaceuticals, and manufactured goods.
Strengthening Pakistan’s Regional Connectivity
NLC’s expansion under the TIR convention reinforces Pakistan’s strategic positioning as a regional trade and transit hub, linking local manufacturers and agricultural producers directly to key international markets.
