Gwadar Port finished its second commercial bunkering operation on Wednesday. It supplied 1,150 metric tons of Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO) to the LNG carrier M.V. Excelerate Shenandoah, according to the Gwadar Port Authority (GPA). The milestone came alongside two other major energy moves this week. Pakistan is setting new rules to allow foreign firms to store oil here. Also, WAPDA has provided new funds for schools, health, and infrastructure around the Diamer Basha Dam.
🚨BREAKING: Gwadar Port completes second commercial bunkering operation, supplying 1,150 tonnes of fuel. pic.twitter.com/fmx2PGWTPb
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Key Highlights
- Gwadar Port delivers 1,150 tons of fuel oil in its second bunkering operation
- Bunker barge M.T. Marine Ista carried the fuel from Karachi to Gwadar
- Pakistan drafts new rules to let foreign suppliers store oil in bonded facilities
- Proposed policy covers crude oil, diesel, jet fuel, LPG, and LNG
- WAPDA releases Rs972.5 million for development schemes near Diamer Basha Dam
- Total WAPDA spending in the dam area now stands at Rs78.5 billion
Gwadar Builds Its Bunkering Track Record
The Gwadar operation ran all day and met international safety and environmental standards, said the GPA. Gwadar Port Chairman Noor-ul-Haq Baloch said the operation shows the port’s growing capacity. It also reflects the rising confidence of global shipping firms. He said that ongoing bunkering activity would bring in more international vessels, attract new investment, and create jobs in the area. The fuel came from Cnergyico’s refinery, while global trader Vitol carried out the delivery through its barge. The operation came after Gwadar’s first bunkering exercise a few weeks ago. It expanded fuel supply services to all three of Pakistan’s main commercial ports.
New Rules Aim to Draw Foreign Oil Suppliers
Separately, Pakistan’s Petroleum Division has sent a 168-page policy guideline to the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) for approval. The plan allows foreign suppliers, especially from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar, to store petroleum products in bonded facilities in Pakistan. They won’t have to pay import duties immediately. Suppliers could later sell the fuel locally or re-export it, depending on market conditions. Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik said the scheme was developed with help from Saudi Aramco and other major firms, and he expects a decision from the ECC soon.
The policy covers crude oil, motor spirit, diesel, jet fuel, fuel oil, LPG, and LNG. Officials plan bonded storage sites at Port Qasim, Karachi Port, Hub, Gwadar, Mahmood Kot, and Machike Sheikhupura. The push comes after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this year. These issues revealed gaps in Pakistan’s fuel supply chain. As a result, officials are now focusing on improving storage capacity and diversifying supply.
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Pakistan to open doors to foreign oil storage in bid for energy security.
Pakistan has decided to introduce new rules for petroleum product imports to attract foreign suppliers and enhance energy security, according to media reports. pic.twitter.com/zdtIjUboAM
— Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸 (@jacksonhinkle) August 12, 2026
WAPDA Expands Support Near Diamer Basha Dam
In Gilgit-Baltistan, WAPDA released Rs972.5 million for development projects in the Diamer Basha Dam area, according to a WAPDA spokesperson. WAPDA officials handed over the funds to the relevant body at a ceremony in the commissioner’s office for Diamer-Astore Division. With the district administration’s oversight, this money will improve the community’s living standards through various public welfare development projects.
🚨BREAKING: WAPDA funds infrastructure, education and health projects near Diamer Basha Dam. pic.twitter.com/PpWUGjH8dz
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This amount continues the commitment by WAPDA in this area to develop health and education infrastructure and other public welfare projects. Till now, WAPDA has released around Rs78.5 billion for this purpose.
This year, WAPDA funded 75 schools for girls in Chilas, Tangir, and Darel. This initiative helps about 2,250 out-of-school girls get primary education. A joint monitoring committee will keep an eye on the progress and quality of the new schemes. This group includes representatives from the district administration, WAPDA, and local communities.
