KARACHI: Pakistan has received its first petrol shipment following concerns over supply disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Israel–Iran conflict, ARY News reported on Tuesday.
The arrival of the gasoline-laden vessel MT Nave Atropos, carrying 50,000 metric tonnes of petrol, has eased fears of an immediate fuel shortage in the country. The ship docked at the FOTCO Terminal, Port Qasim, as authorities confirmed that fuel shipments are steadily reaching Karachi.
Two additional tankers are expected soon: MT Spross Two, carrying 55,000 tonnes of petrol, is scheduled to arrive at 8:30 pm today, while MT Sea Clipper, with 34,000 tonnes of petrol, is due on 11 March at noon. Officials also reported that a vessel from Fujairah is already anchored at Port Qasim, and another tanker from Oman is en route.
Authorities assured that more shipments are expected in the coming days to maintain a stable national petrol supply. Earlier, the government of Pakistan reassured citizens that domestic petrol reserves remain secure despite global energy market volatility.
The Committee to Monitor Petrol Prices, chaired by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, continues daily reviews of the evolving regional situation to ensure national preparedness.
