ISLAMABAD: In a significant move toward modernizing Pakistan’s petroleum sector, 29 Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have adopted Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to integrate with the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority’s (OGRA) national Track & Trace System.
The digital transformation aims to enhance transparency, safety, and efficiency in the oil supply chain, from refineries and import terminals to depots, tank lorries, and retail outlets. Officials revealed that around 15,000 tank lorries have already been equipped with GPS tracking devices to curb fuel smuggling, illegal decanting, and other malpractices.
During a virtual session chaired by OGRA Chairman Masroor Khan, over 100 industry stakeholders reviewed the project’s progress. “The digitalisation of the oil supply chain is critical for ensuring regulatory compliance and restoring public trust,” Khan emphasized, calling on all industry participants to actively collaborate with OGRA for full nationwide implementation.
The Track & Trace platform integrates ERP software, GPS, and real-time dashboards, enabling centralized monitoring and data-driven oversight. OGRA maintains that full deployment of the system will strengthen governance and reinforce confidence in Pakistan’s petroleum logistics network.
Story by Israr Khan
