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TTS roadmap: Ogra meets key oil industry players
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) conducted an interactive session on Monday with key stakeholders from Pakistan's oil industry to review the progress and future roadmap of the nationwide Track and Trace System for the oil supply chain. The session, held via Zoom, is part of OGRA's broader digital transformation agenda to enhance transparency, safety, and efficiency across the oil sector. Chaired by Ogra Chairman Masroor Khan, along with Member Oil Zain ul Abideen and Member Finance Shakeel Ahmed, the session featured a detailed presentation on the system's operational framework, implementation strategy, and expected outcomes. Ogra launches second phase of digitising oil supply chain Director General Explosives, Director General Oil, Chairman of OCAC and over 100 representatives from the industry which include all refineries, prominent oil marketing companies (OMCs) such as PSO, PARCO, Wafi Energy, Gas & Oil Pakistan, Be Energy, Puma Energy, Zoom, Euro Oil, Fossil Energy and PGL participated in the session. The chairman Ogra emphasised the critical need for digitalisation to modernise the oil supply chain and curb inefficiencies, illegal practices, and safety hazards. He urged industry stakeholders to work collaboratively with Ogra to ensure the success of this national initiative. Speaking on the occasion, Member Oil Zain ul Abideen reiterated that the Track & Trace System will monitor the movement of petroleum products from refineries and import terminals to depots, tank lorries, and retail outlets. The system integrates ERP platforms, GPS tracking, and centralised dashboards to enable real-time monitoring and data-driven regulation. The Ogra officials in the presentation, highlighted that 29 OMCs have already deployed ERP systems, and approximately 15,000 tank lorries are equipped with GPS tracking. This digital backbone will support Ogra's upcoming full-scale enforcement efforts aimed at preventing illegal decantation, fuel smuggling, and other supply chain malpractices. The session reaffirmed Ogra's commitment to fostering a transparent and secure petroleum supply ecosystem in Pakistan. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
23-07-2025
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Ogra holds seminar to initiate comprehensive digital platform
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has conducted a seminar at its headquarters to formally initiate a comprehensive digital platform to fully digitise Pakistan's oil supply chain and is at highly advanced stage of the development. The digitisation will cover the import terminals to the fuel dispensing stations, in a move aimed at eliminating inefficiencies, curbing pilferage, and restoring public trust in the energy sector. In a decisive statement, Ogra Chairman, Masroor Khan, affirmed: 'Pakistan's oil sector must embrace digitisation — fully and without delay. From the point of import to the petrol pump, every link in the supply chain must be digitally monitored. Digitisation is essential not just for operational efficiency, but also for national transparency and integrity.' The Ogra is committed to leading this transition and will not tolerate any obstruction, whether deliberate or due to neglect. 'Let me be clear: any obstruction to digitisation — whether by design, neglect, or vested interest — will be addressed firmly. We cannot allow outdated systems to hold back national progress,' the chairman added. Under this initiative, every component of the oil supply chain — including refineries, storage terminals, tank lorries, Oil Marketing Company (OMC) depots, and retail fuel stations — will be brought under a unified digital oversight framework. This real-time monitoring system will allow for improved tracking, better data integrity, and enhanced regulatory control. OGRA clarified that this initiative is not a proposal, but a regulatory mandate. 'Digitisation is now a legal requirement. Clear timelines and enforceable penalties will ensure compliance. All stakeholders must align with this transformation or face regulatory consequences.' This bold move positions Pakistan among progressive nations that are integrating technology with energy regulation to enhance national efficiency, reduce economic losses, and build public confidence, the Ogra spokesman said. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
10-07-2025
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Ogra launches second phase of digitising oil supply chain
ISLAMABAD: In continued drive toward digital transformation, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has launched the second phase of its flagship initiative – Digitising Pakistan's Oil Supply Chain. Building on the successful deployment of its online licencing system and the first phase of digitisation, the Ogra has now initiated a comprehensive Track & Trace system in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). This next phase aims to enhance transparency, operational efficiency, and safety across the country's downstream oil sector. Following the earlier launch of the Raahguzar mobile application — developed in partnership with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) — which allows consumers to locate licensed fuel stations through GIS mapping, Ogra's latest move expands the scope of digital oversight to the entire supply chain. This phase will digitise the end-to-end movement of petroleum products from refineries and import terminals to storage depots, tank lorries, and retail outlets. The new system integrates ERP platforms, GPS tracking, and centralized dashboards to provide real-time monitoring, deter illegal decanting and smuggling, and support more effective enforcement. 'The initiative represents a major step toward a modern, transparent, and secure oil supply chain in Pakistan,' said Masroor Khan, Chairman Ogra. 'It reflects Ogra's commitment to leveraging technology for improved governance, public safety, and consumer confidence.' With this landmark initiative, the OGRA continues to position itself as a forward-looking regulator driving digital innovation for national progress. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
10-07-2025
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2nd phase of digitising oil supply chain begins
Listen to article In its continuous drive towards digital transformation, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has launched the second phase of its flagship initiative – digitising Pakistan's oil supply chain. Building on the successful deployment of an online licensing system and the first phase of digitisation, the oil and gas industry regulator has now initiated a comprehensive track and trace system in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board. This phase is aimed at enhancing transparency, operational efficiency and safety across the country's downstream oil sector. Following the earlier launch of Raahguzar mobile application, developed in partnership with the Federal Board of Revenue and the Oil Companies Advisory Council, which allows consumers to locate licensed fuel stations through Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, Ogra's latest move expands the scope of digital oversight to the entire supply chain. This phase will digitise end-to-end movement of petroleum products from refineries and import terminals to storage depots, tank-lorries and retail outlets. The new system integrates Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms, GPS tracking and centralised dashboards to ensure real-time monitoring, deter illegal decanting and smuggling, and support more effective enforcement. Currently, over 29 oil marketing companies are operating with ERP systems and approximately 15,000 tank-lorries are already equipped with GPS tracking devices. These developments form a solid foundation for the nationwide rollout of the track and trace system. "The initiative represents a major step towards a modern, transparent and secure oil supply chain in Pakistan," said Masroor Khan, Chairman Ogra. "It reflects the commitment to leveraging technology for improved governance, public safety and consumer confidence." With this initiative, Ogra continues to position itself as a forward-looking regulator, driving digital innovation for national progress.
Business Recorder
30-04-2025
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No regular member yet: Contract of Ogra Member (Finance) extended
ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Division extended contract of Member Finance, Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) for one month as a regular member has yet to be appointed. The Cabinet Division issued a notification on Tuesday. The federal government has been repeatedly giving extension to Member Finance for one month to keep the four-member commission of the regulatory authority, operational. But appointment of Member Gas has yet to be finalised. The position has been lying vacant for the last two years. Similarly, OGRA Chairman Masroor Khan was given an extension for one year upon expiry of his contract in February 2025. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
