Day: May 14, 2026

KARACHI: Engro Vopak Terminal Limited (EVTL) and Engro Elengy Terminal Limited (EETL) have underscored the critical role of maritime terminal infrastructure in strengthening Pakistan’s energy security and supporting broader economic activity during an industry event held in Karachi. The event brought together key stakeholders from Pakistan’s maritime and energy sectors, highlighting the importance of efficient terminal operations in ensuring uninterrupted supply chains for liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), chemicals, and other industrial inputs. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry attended as chief guest, alongside…

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KARACHI: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has directed oil marketing companies (OMCs) to ensure timely uplift of petroleum products from local refineries, warning that delays could disrupt refinery operations and create fuel supply risks across the country. In an official communication, the regulator stressed that domestic refineries remain a vital component of Pakistan’s National Oil Supply Chain (NOSC), meeting nearly 70% of diesel demand and around 30% of petrol requirements. OGRA instructed all OMCs to adhere strictly to their allocated lifting schedules to ensure refineries operate at optimal…

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KARACHI: Pakistan’s electricity generation mix is undergoing a significant structural shift, with fossil fuel dependence declining while nuclear power and rapidly expanding solar capacity reshape the country’s energy landscape, according to an analysis shared on X by independent energy analyst Chris Meder on Tuesday. The analysis shows that the share of fossil fuels in Pakistan’s power generation has fallen to around 44% from approximately 66% over the past two decades, reflecting a gradual diversification of the energy mix. Over the same period, nuclear power has increased sharply to nearly 17%,…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s oil refining sector has agreed to provide fuel to the armed forces and Haj flight operations at heavily subsidised “pre-Iran war” rates until June 30, 2026, in a major relief measure aimed at supporting national security operations and protecting pilgrims from rising travel costs amid global oil market volatility. The agreement was finalised during a meeting of the National Clean Management Committee (NCMC), chaired by Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik. Under the arrangement, the Pakistan Army and Pakistan Air Force will receive superior kerosene oil (SKO)…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) lawmakers on Wednesday strongly criticised the government’s solar energy policy in the National Assembly, raising objections to proposed changes in net metering regulations and the imposition of taxes on solar panels. The party described the measures as harmful to the growth of renewable energy and contrary to public interest. While moving a calling attention notice in the National Assembly, senior PPP leader Syed Naveed Qamar questioned the government’s approach toward solar energy adoption. “The government has signed agreements with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), which continue…

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