POL Brings Razgir-1 Well Onstream
Pakistan Oilfields Limited announced that Razgir – 1 developmental well at Tolanj production facility has been successfully brought onstream on Oct 12, 2025, Following the receipt of all required regulatory compliance and approvals from authorities. Currently the well is undergoing a gradual ramp up. Razgir – 1 developmental well expected to achieve a flow rate of 25.1 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) of gas and 333 barrels per day (bpd) of condensate by the end of day. POL is involved in the exploration, drilling, and production of crude oil and gas nationally. The pre-commerciality interest of POL is 25%. It produces LPG, natural gas, and crude oil, which it sells under the POLGAS brand and through its subsidiary CAPGAS (Private) Limited. In addition, POL manufactures sulfur and solvent oil.
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Awareness Seminars in Rice Exports
The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan has launched initiative of workshops and seminars chiefly intent on Aflatoxin and Maximum Residue Level (MRL) management in rice exports to instruct and increase mindfulness among shareholders including rice growers, millers, and exporters on international export standards, quality compliance, and best practices essential to ensure that Pakistani rice meets international market necessities. These sessions are being held across major rice-producing areas of Sindh, including Larkana, Kashmore, and Shikarpur. Pakistan’s Basmati rice, is one of most prized export commodities and renowned worldwide for its unique aroma and flavor. But, facing Aflatoxin contamination and pesticide residue violations have led to the rejection of rice consignments in international markets, causing considerable economic setbacks.
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The Largest Container Ship at Pakistan’s Hutchison Ports Terminal
Pakistan has accomplished a milestone with the arrival of largest container vessel MSC Micol at Hutchison Port Pakistan, the country’s only deep-water terminal in Karachi. The largest container vessel is being operated by Mediterranean shipping company (MSC), is 400 meters long ship and has a capacity of more than 24000 TEUs. The successful berthing highlights Pakistan’s growing capability to handle next-generation container ships that dominate global trade routes and the arrival of such massive vessel is a strong indicator of international confidence in Pakistan’s Port infrastructure. The facility to berth ultra-large container vessels condenses per-container handling costs and attract more major shipping lines to have direct calls to Pakistan, possibly shifting reliance away from regional transshipment hubs such as Gulf ports and lead to better integration of Pakistan into key Asia–Europe trade lanes, more advancing economic activity.
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600 Pakistani Enterprises Registration with the General Administration of Customs of China
About 600 Pakistani firms have registered with GACC – China’s General Administration of Customs, empowering direct exports across crucial sectors like agriculture, industry, and digital trade. These comprise exporters of rice, mangoes, citrus, cherries, sesame, seafood, and fish meal, among others. New products under review are like onions, dairy, and donkey hides. The Pakistan Commercial Mission in Beijing smoothed registrations by connecting exporters with Chinese authorities and guiding compliance procedures. Furthermore, 10 Pakistani companies have entered China’s e-commerce platforms such as JD.com, Douyin, and Tmall, selling products like Himalayan salt, pine nuts, carpets, and handicrafts. The progress is a growing trust and trade ties under CPEC Phase-II, supporting Pakistan’s goal to boost non-traditional exports and integrate into China’s value chains.
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Smuggling Campaign Intercepted Three Vessels
In a foremost achievement under the government’s anti-smuggling initiative, Karachi Customs’ Marine Enforcement Unit seized 132,564 liters of smuggled Iranian diesel from three vessels—marking one of the principal marine fuel seizures to date. Acting on credible and reliable intellect, the operation took place near Somiani and Phor/ Sapat, overnight on October 9–10, 2025, and was executed successfully without any damage or loss of life or property. The detained diesel is valued at Rs33.14 million, and the boats at Rs45 million, fetching the total recovery to Rs78.14 million, a record for the Marine Unit. This follows similar operations in September recovering over 47,000 litres of smuggled diesel. Officials emphasized improved and enhanced maritime surveillance, inter-agency coordination and cooperation, and intelligence sharing, despite resource constraints and limitations. Customs reaffirmed commitment to enduring targeted operations to curb and control fuel smuggling and protect national revenue.
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PNSC To Purchase Two Aframax Tankers
Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) has broadcasted that its companies, Karachi Shipping (Pvt) Ltd. and Lahore Shipping (Pvt) Ltd., have contracted agreements to acquire two Aframax tankers — LORAX having 109,990 DW and NAFSIKA having 112,051 DWT to lift fleet capacity for national and international operations. These procurements are fragment of PNSC’s broader fleet expansion, succeeding board approval for the purchase of three secondhand oil tankers: MT Lorex to be renamed MT Karachi, MT Nafsika to be renamed MT Lahore, and MT Stavanger Poseidon to be renamed MT Quetta, with a total value exceeding $193 million. The approach intends to boost the corporation’s shipping capability and competences and support growth in maritime trade and transport.
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Pakistan Among Top Five Cotton Producers
Pakistan maintains its position amongst the world’s top five cotton producers, regardless of current flooding and lower yields offering some relief to its dynamic textile sector, which is a foremost source of jobs and exports. Observed on October 7, World Cotton Day highlights cotton’s international part in economic growth, development and poverty reduction. This year’s theme, “The Fabric of Our Lives”, emphasizes its importance to millions worldwide. Cotton, the second-most used fiber internationally, accounts for 20% of fiber demand 80% of which goes into clothing. Especially in developing countries, it supports over 100 million families. In Pakistan, Punjab and Sindh principal cotton production, with the federal government expanding efforts in Balochistan and KP. Punjab alone contributes 68.5% of national output. Around 1.5 million farmers grow cotton, most on less than five hectares. The textile sector employs nearly 10 million people, contributes 8% to GDP, earns 60% of export revenue, and includes 1,050 ginneries, 430 mills, and 350 oil refineries and crushers.
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Hub Power Company to build a Single Point Mooring
The Hub Power Company (Hubco) is set to progress on Single Point Mooring (SPM) facility off the Hub coast to simplify the import of refined petroleum products for Pakistan State Oil (PSO), marking a move to improve the Pakistan’s fuel logistics infrastructure. According to company, the SPM project will utilize existing storage facilities and the Asia Petroleum Pipeline in which PSO holds a 49% stake to transport imported fuel to Zulfiqarabad. From there, it will connect to the White Oil Pipeline, enabling efficient distribution of petroleum products across the country. HUBCO’s SPM will be Pakistan’s second SPM facility, after the one operated by Cnergyico PK, which is currently used for importing crude oil. Hubco’s planned terminal will handle refined products, specifically for PSO’s supply network. The project to operate under a joint venture model, with details of partnering entities to be finalized in the coming months. The move will ease port congestion, reduce logistics costs, bolster fuel supply chain reliability, and import efficiency.
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