ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) announced a major hydrocarbon discovery from its exploratory well Sawan North Deep-1 ST-1 in Khairpur, Sindh. The well produced gas at 0.30 MMSCFD and marks a significant milestone for the Sawan Joint Venture. The discovery validates new geological models and may boost future exploration in the region. The Sawan […]
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Egypt hikes fuel prices under IMF deal to ease subsidy burden
Egypt raised fuel prices for the first time in 2025, increasing rates by up to 15%, state media reported Friday. The move is part of the government’s agreement with the IMF to reduce subsidies under an $8 billion support package. Gasoline prices rose sharply, with 80 octane reaching 15.75 pounds and 95 octane rising to […]
A new gas source: PPL starts production at Pateji X-1 well
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) announced on Thursday that it has started gas production from the Upper Sand (C-Sand) reservoir at the Pateji X-1 well. This well is part of the Shah Bandar Block, located in Sindh province. PPL operates the block with a 63% working interest. Its joint venture partners include Mari Energies Limited (MEL), […]