Pakistan has received its third liquefied natural gas cargo from Qatar within two weeks as regional tensions continue raising concerns about shipping routes and global energy supplies. The LNG tanker Fuwairit successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and entered Pakistani waters before its scheduled docking at the Engro LNG Terminal on Monday. Officials said the […]
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Pakistan receives second LNG cargo from Qatar in three days
Pakistan has received its second liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from Qatar within three days, as authorities move to strengthen energy supplies amid regional supply disruptions and rising electricity demand. According to official sources, the LNG carrier Muhzamm, carrying approximately 160,000 cubic metres of liquefied natural gas, docked at Port Qasim in Karachi on Friday. […]
Second LNG vessel from Qatar reaches Karachi after Hormuz transit
A second liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessel carrying cargo from Qatar has successfully arrived in Karachi after passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, according to official sources. The vessel had reportedly experienced delays after being temporarily halted in the Strait of Hormuz before resuming its journey towards Pakistan. Sources confirmed that the ship […]
First Qatar LNG cargo in two months reaches Pakistan
Pakistan has received its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from Qatar in nearly two months, providing relief to the country’s energy sector amid ongoing regional tensions affecting trade routes. According to official sources, the LNG cargo vessel arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday and berthed at port after successfully completing its journey from Qatar. Read […]
Terminal operators urged to invest in Energy City, Port Qasim
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has emphasised facilitating investors as a key strategy to attract new investment and promote the blue economy. The minister shared these views during a meeting with a six-member delegation of leading terminal operators, headed by Eqan Ali Khan, CEO of FAP Terminal, at his office, said […]
Pakistan LNG Limited has issued its first spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) tender since December 2023
Pakistan LNG Limited has issued its first spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) tender since December 2023, as the country moves to address fuel shortages and stabilise electricity supply amid global market disruptions. Read More: Azerbaijan says ready to supply LNG to Pakistan amid energy crunch The tender seeks three LNG cargoes of around 140,000 cubic metres each, scheduled for […]
Pakistan ensures steady LPG and petrol supplies amid energy concerns
KARACHI: The Pakistan government has reassured citizens that LPG and petrol supplies remain stable as multiple shipments arrived at Port Qasim, officials confirmed on Thursday. Read More: Pakistan petrol stocks 27 days, gas shortfall feared Authorities reported that there is currently no shortage of petroleum products in the country. They added that additional vessels are expected in the […]
Four petrol-laden ships arrive at Port Qasim amid fuel crisis
Amid the recent energy crisis and government measures to cope with the prevailing global fuel shortage triggered by the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, four petrol-laden ships have arrived at Port Qasim, officials confirmed. According to Port Qasim officials, two more ships are scheduled to arrive soon – one carrying 55,000 tonnes on March 12 and another […]
Chinese group prepares feasibility for Sea-to-Steel Corridor at Port Qasim
A Chinese industrial group will submit a comprehensive feasibility study for Pakistan’s proposed Sea-to-Steel Green Maritime Industrial Corridor at Port Qasim, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said, as the government reviewed plans to accelerate the flagship initiative aimed at boosting domestic steel production. According to an official statement, Anwar Chaudhry chaired a […]
Pakistan posts $360 million maritime breakthrough
Pakistan’s maritime sector recorded a historic Rs100 billion ($360 million) profit in 2025, Minister Muhammad Junaid Chaudhry announced. He described the year as transformative, driven by reforms in ports, shipping, fisheries, and human resources. Chaudhry said these initiatives aim to unlock Pakistan’s full blue economy potential. The government finalised the National Maritime Policy to unify […]