Touching the sky in a man’s world Umama Saleem and Faryal Anwar, Pakistan’s only women licensed to operate mechanical behemoths KARACHI: Have you ever noticed those giant giraffe-like structures in the distance the last time you visited the seaside? Did you find yourself wondering what they were and how they move or work? What is a day in the life of someone who operates them like? Those massive structures are known as quay cranes and they play a vital role in port and shipping operations. Used to load and unload shipping containers from the maritime vessels that carry them, these cranes form a crucial node in the supply chain of numerous goods we enjoy and take for granted. So remember that the next time you open up a bag of imported crisps or turn on any of your high-end electronics.