LAHORE (Zahid Yaqoob Khawaja): MD & CEO, Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) Mr. Imran Abbasy as Chief Guest, formally inaugurated the Center of Excellence for Research, Development and Training (CERDT) at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, a landmark initiative funded by PPL under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
MD PPL unveiled the commemorative plaque in the presence of Professor Dr. Shahid Munir, Vice Chancellor, UET Lahore, alongside senior officials and industry representatives.
Chairman Pakistan Engineering Council, VC Qarshi University, Chairman Pakistan Chemicals Manufacturing Association and Chairman Pakistan Chemistry Council, besides a large number of university faculty and students were also present.The audience applauded PPL\u2019s initiative in research and training and development of the young students.
With a PKR 51.1 million grant by PPL over three years (2022\u201325), the CERDT is a flagship academia-industry collaboration aimed at strengthening Pakistan\u2019s indigenous technical expertise and research ecosystem in the oil and gas sector. The funding covered the construction, furnishing, and procurement of cutting-edge simulation and laboratory equipment for the Centre.
Mr. Imran Abbasy, while addressing the audience, reaffirmed PPL\u2019s commitment to social investment. \u201cAs one of the largest corporate donors in Pakistan, contributing over PKR 3.5 billion annually, PPL is deeply committed to human resource development and fostering innovation through strategic academia-industry synergies,\u201d he said. \u201cThis initiative empowers youth by creating research, training, and innovation opportunities right here in Pakistan,\u201d he added;-
The CERDT is the first of its kind in Pakistan\u2019s petroleum sector, envisioned to:-
\u2022\tProvide free technical training to PPL staff and other industry professionals
\u2022\tUndertake applied research projects in exploration and production (E&P)
\u2022\tHost national and international petroleum conferences and seminars
\u2022\tSupport in-house R&D projects, including production optimization and shale gas studies
Vice Chancellor UET, Dr. Shahid Munir, emphasized the university\u2019s continued commitment to aligning academic excellence with industry needs. \u201cThe establishment of CERDT is a bold step in producing future-ready professionals equipped with real-world expertise,\u201d he added.
The inauguration marks a milestone in building a self-reliant, skilled workforce, and boosting Pakistan\u2019s capacity in energy innovation and sustainable development.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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