Afghanistan Land Bridge

"The Trusted Way Across the Durand Line"

Pakistan and Afghanistan share more than a border: they share a language, a people, culture and history. We are Specialized in US, NATO, UAF, DIPLPMATIC, NGO, AID, UN. It only makes sense then that the best way to get to land-locked Afghanistan is through Pakistan. Besides, the closest available seaports are in Pakistan: Port Qasim, Karachi Port and Gwadar.

Commercial Services

Dozens of corporations depend on us to ship their inventory to Afghanistan. That is because we have been doing it consistently for over seven years. From telecom equipment and chemicals to food and beverage supplies, we can, and have, moved it all. So whether you have heavy, refrigerated or dangerous goods, you can trust LAKESHORE to handle them securely, day in and day out, to anywhere in Afghanistan.

Defense and government services:

Since 2001, several foreign governments have relied on LAKESHORE Group to move hundreds of millions of dollars of critical military supplies and equipment to Afghanistan. Our transportation network and operational protocol, which have been developed using both military and commercial best practices, are continually evolving so that our services remain robust, responsive, secure and reliable. This is why we are a primary contractor for the governments of the UK, US, Netherlands and Spain with an annual throughput exceeding 10,000 truckloads.

What you get with our land bridge services:

  • Proven experience shipping to Afghanistan
  • A track record that boasts a pilferage rate of zero percent (0%)
  • A logistics network that includes offices in Kabul and Kandahar, and a service provider (LAKESHORE Group) who is a registered business entity in Afghanistan
  • Delivery to any location in Afghanistan, no matter the size of your equipment, nor the volume of your goods
  • The capability to handle break bulk loads
  • Airlift services from Karachi airport to any destination in Afghanistan
  • A 20,000-square metre, fully equipped Port Marshalling Area (PMA) within the bonded area of Port Qasim, Karachi, which boasts 24/7 security, electricity and reporting facilities
  • A fleet of pre-inspected and security-cleared trucks maintained to strict standards
  • Loads handled and secured based on the highest standards to minimize the potential for damage and of drawing unwanted attention while on the road

Complete in-transit visibility:

the latest technology-enabled services (including GPS on request) track your shipments and provide automated and customizable convoy reports A transport protocol that is characterized by:

  • Cargo movement done in convoys of 20 trucks, separated into two "packets" of 10 trucks each
  • A security escort that includes a convoy commander plus four other security cars, comprising 15 security personnel (armed guards available on request) Daylight transport only