Karachi (Special Correspondent): Engro Vopak Terminal Limited (EVTL) and Engro Elengy Terminal Limited (EETL) hosted an industry-wide event in Karachi, bringing together key stakeholders from Pakistan\u2019s terminals and maritime ecosystem to recognize the role of critical terminal infrastructure in supporting national economic progress, energy security and everyday life across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event was attended by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Chairman Port Qasim Authority (PQA), Rear Admiral (R) Syed Moazzam Ilyas, along with other stakeholders and colleagues from across Engro.
Speaking at the event, the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs said, \u201cPakistan\u2019s maritime progress is built on a strong partnership between the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, PQA, and Engro working as one ecosystem. The talent and capability within our country is immense \u2013 and evident in the seamless operations we see every day. Scaling such investments is vital for long-term national growth, instead of diverting capital into external markets. Pakistan is our home, and it continues to offer real opportunity.\u201d
Pakistan\u2019s economy remains deeply dependent on maritime trade, with nearly 90% of the country\u2019s trade moving through sea routes. Against this backdrop, efficient and safe terminal operations play a central role in ensuring uninterrupted movement of energy, LNG, LPG, chemicals and industrial inputs that keep industries running, businesses open and households supplied.
Through conducive policies and a progressive approach, the Ministry of Maritime Affairs continues to enable foreign investment and support future growth in the sector. At the same time, PQA has remained a reliable partner in ensuring Pakistan\u2019s energy and trade hub operates with safety and operational excellence. With the continued guidance and support of both authorities, Engro\u2019s terminal businesses have focused on strengthening infrastructure capability and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Syed Ammar Shah, CEO of Engro\u2019s terminals, said, \u201cWe see ourselves as enablers of national progress \u2013 with every vessel handled, every cargo delivered, and every safe operation completed, we support businesses, keep industries running, and make everyday life possible across Pakistan.\u201d
EETL contributes approximately 15% of Pakistan\u2019s daily gas requirements and has enabled around USD 5 billion in savings through more efficient power generation. EVTL, meanwhile, serves almost 50% of imported gas demand, helping ensure that energy continues to move from port to pipeline to people.
Beyond energy, EVTL handles chemicals that serve as building blocks for key sectors of Pakistan\u2019s economy, including textiles, construction, infrastructure development and agriculture. The company\u2019s teams safely handle flammable, toxic, cryogenic and corrosive products every day, forming a critical link in Pakistan\u2019s industrial supply chain while contributing annual savings of up to USD 500 million for the country.
The event underscored that Engro\u2019s terminals are not only strategic infrastructure assets, but also key enablers of industrial productivity, energy reliability and economic continuity. From supporting power generation and industrial production to enabling household energy supply and agricultural inputs, Engro\u2019s terminal operations remain closely linked with everyday life across Pakistan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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