KARACHI: KARACHI: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has commenced commercial gas production from Benari Development and Production Lease (Benari D&PL) in Shah Bandar Block with effect from May 3, 2021, a bourse filing said on Tuesday. The block is located in districts Thatta and Sujawal, Sindh and lies in the southernmost part of the Lower Indus basin. Benari X-1 well in…
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Energy Projects Afoot To Improve Power Supply In Malakand Division
The government was taking tangible measures to resolve issues pertaining to low voltage and frequent disruption of power supply in Malakand division. As part of such efforts, three projects would be undertaken in different districts of Malakand division to improve voltage and provide uninterrupted power supply to domestic, industrial and agricultural consumers. Engr Malik Luqman Khan, KP Energy Department’s senior…
Read MoreFPCCI questions setting up of RLNG-based plant in Punjab
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) on Tuesday demanded that government explain the rationale behind approving the 1,263MW power plant being set up by Punjab Thermal Power Ltd in Jhang which is based on imported regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG). In a statement, FPCCI President Mian Nasser Hyatt Magoo said the new plant will cost six…
Read MoreRs36 Billion Loaned Under Financing Scheme for Renewable Energy
Karachi: Total loans under the SBP’s financing scheme for renewable energy amounted to Rs36 billion as of February as the scheme has evolved over time and received strong response, the central bank governor said on Tuesday. As of February 2021, financing of around Rs36 billion have been extended for 521 projects producing approximately 850 megawatts, the State Bank of Pakistan…
Read MoreKE’s system: $650m BQPS-III project to add 900MW of generation capacity: governor
KARACHI: Sindh governor Imran Ismail on Tuesday visited K-Electric’s Bin Qasim Power Station-III (BQPS-III) project to review the progress on the latest addition to Karachi’s power network. The visit followed a meeting between KE’s senior leadership and the Governor Sindh where KE presented an update on the company’s preparedness for Ramazan and the 2021 summer season, said a spokesperson of…
Read MorePetroleum product sales surge 57pc in April 2021
Total petroleum products sales increased 57 percent to 1.672 million tons during April 2021 against 1.068 million tons recorded during April 2020, data issued by Oil Companies Advisory Committee (OCAC) showed on Tuesday. The increase was largely on account of April 2020’s low-base because of peak lockdown restrictions implemented during the month,” Yusuf Rehman at KASB Securities said. On a…
Read MoreA Big Solar Distribution Company Diwan International Pvt Ltd launched World Biggest Solar Panel
A Big Solar Distribution Company Diwan International Pvt Ltd launched World Biggest Solar Panel 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘅 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝟲𝟱𝟱/𝟲𝟲𝟬𝗪 and 𝗛𝗨𝗔𝗪𝗘𝗜 Solar inverter New models 𝗠𝟭/𝟮/𝟯 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. Launching Ceremony was held Thrusday 29th April, 2021 at Diwan International’s Solar Showroom in Karachi. CEO Diwan International Pvt Ltd Muhammad Saleem Diwan recived Award “Strategic Platinum Partner” from Sheheryar Shakeel (Country Manager…
Read MoreRussia and China set to ramp up small-scale LNG
Register here for the Energy Voice daily newsletter, bringing you key news and insight from across the global energy landscape. Russia and China will lead global small-scale liquefaction natural gas (LNG) capacity additions by 2025, according to a report by GlobalData. The report “Global Small-Scale LNG Liquefaction Capacity and Capital Expenditure Outlook, 2021–2025 – Russia and China Lead Global Capacity…
Read MoreStrong Demand For Fresh Graduates In Manufacturing Sector: Ministry
Recruitment of college students graduating this summer is currently underway, with students majoring in energy and power, equipment manufacturing, transportation and logistics emerging as popular candidates, according to the Ministry of education (MOE). This trend reflects strong demand for a new workforce in manufacturing-related industries, the ministry said. The MOE has organized 40 special job fairs for designated regions, industries…
Read MorePPL commences commercial gas production from Baneri D&PL
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has commenced commercial production of gas from Benari Development and Production Lease. In a statement, PPL the operator of block 2467-16 (Shah Bandar) announced the commencement of commercial gas production from Baneri Development and Production Lease (Benari D&PL) in Shah Banda Block with effect from 3 May 2021. As per details, the block is located in…
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