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Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
PPL's MD inaugurates CERDT at UET
LAHORE: MD & CEO, Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) 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. With a Rs51.1 million grant by PPL over three years (2022–25), the CERDT is a flagship academia-industry collaboration aimed at strengthening Pakistan's 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. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
15-04-2025
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Fire in Korangi Creek Karachi extinguished after 18 days
Listen to article The unabated fire that raged for over two weeks in Karachi's Korangi Creek area has finally been extinguished, concluding a 18-day episode that drew widespread attention. The blaze, which began on 29 March following a 1,200-foot-deep borehole drilling, raised serious concerns about the nature and volume of underground gases fuelling it. Although the flames have subsided, gas emissions continue from the pit, causing water — initially used by firefighters — to erupt at the site. The situation remains unstable, with hot water and visible vapours still emerging from the ground. In response, the Ministry of Petroleum established a special committee to test for methane gas and consulted Cudd Well Control, a US-based global expert in emergency well response. Technical teams from Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) and United Energy Pakistan Limited conducted a joint visit, noting that the fire's intensity had remained unchanged for days, indicating a potentially significant underground gas reserve. The crater has widened due to sand displacement and overflowing water. Preliminary chemical analysis of the water from the site has revealed dangerous levels of chemicals, including benzene, toluene, tetrachloroethylene, and o-xylene. Tetrachloroethylene was recorded at 33 µg/L, far exceeding the safe limit of 5 mg/L. Benzene levels reached 19 mg/L — nearly four times the permissible amount — while toluene was found at 15 µg/L. Although hydrocarbons were within allowable limits, experts warn that the presence of these hazardous substances poses ongoing environmental and health risks. Further investigations are underway to assess long-term hazards and identify the exact source of the gas leak.
Express Tribune
15-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PPL to improve infrastructure in Dera Bugti
QUETTA: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) and the Balochistan government have reached an agreement on improving infrastructure, education, and employment opportunities in Dera Bugti. According to government spokesperson Shahid Rind, PPL will ensure essential services in the area, including scholarships for 50 students each year at Lawrence College and Cadet College Hasan Abdal. Additionally, 14 diploma holders and seven engineers will be recruited annually, while 50 young individuals will receive specialized training for overseas employment. As part of the agreement, Sui Model City will be supplied with 10 million gallons of clean water daily. To minimize environmental pollution, the gas flaring site will be relocated 10 kilometres away. The agreement also includes the renovation of government buildings in Dera Bugti and the provision of modern facilities. Recruitment under PPL will be conducted strictly on merit, with no room for favouritism. The company has also committed to clearing outstanding dues amounting to Rs60 billion. Shahid Rind condemned the recent attack on coal miners in Shahrag, emphasizing that the government had swiftly taken measures to ensure the dignified transfer of the martyrs' bodies and medical assistance for the injured. He dismissed allegations regarding ambulance fundraising as baseless and stated that strict monitoring was being implemented to prevent cheating in matriculation examinations.
