Karachi, 12 May 2026 – An industry-wide event hosted by Engro Vopak Terminal (EVTL) and Engro Elengy Terminal (EETL) brought together players across Pakistan’s terminals ecosystem to recognize and celebrate the role this critical infrastructure plays in national economic progress. The event was attended by the Honourable 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 remarked, “Pakistan’s 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 – 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.”

Through conducive policies and a progressive approach, the Ministry of Maritime Affairs continues to enable foreign investment and support future growth. At the same time, PQA has remained a reliable partner in ensuring Pakistan’s energy and trade hub operates with safety and operational excellence. With the continued guidance and support of both authorities, Engro’s terminal businesses have focused on strengthening infrastructure capability and operational efficiency – supporting the movement of critical energy and industrial inputs in a country where nearly 90% of trade moves through maritime channels.

Syed Ammar Shah, CEO of Engro’s terminals, added, “We see ourselves as enablers of national progress – 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.” That connection to everyday life is real and direct. Through EETL’s contribution toward approximately 15% of daily gas requirements (which has enabled ~USD 5 billion in savings through more efficient power generation), and EVTL’s role in serving almost 50% of imported gas demand, energy moves without interruption from port to pipeline to people. The terminals’ continued operations keep businesses open and households running day after day.

Furthermore, the chemicals EVTL handles are the building blocks of industries central to Pakistan’s economy – feeding the textile sector, supporting construction and infrastructure development, and enabling the agricultural inputs that help grow the country’s food. To enable this flow, teams across the terminals work every day to safely handle flammable, toxic, cryogenic, and corrosive products – forming a critical and enabling link in Pakistan’s industrial supply chain while contributing annual savings of up to USD 500 million for the country. This is where infrastructure becomes impact.

Engro’s terminals are infrastructure with a human dimension – and that is what was celebrated today.

About Engro Vopak Terminal Limited

Engro Vopak Terminal Limited is Pakistan’s only state-of-the-art terminal for bulk liquid chemicals and LPG, handling more than 70% of the country’s bulk liquid chemical imports and over 50% of LPG marine imports. A joint venture between Royal Vopak – the world’s largest independent terminal operator – and Engro Corporation Limited, it has delivered world-class services to Pakistan’s chemical and petrochemical industry since 1997.

About Engro Elengy Terminal Limited

Engro Elengy Terminal Limited operates one of the most cost-efficient LNG terminals in the region, with a regasification capacity of up to 690 mmscfd and the ability to process 4.5 million tons of LNG annually. Also a joint venture between Royal Vopak and Engro Corporation Limited, the terminal contributes close to 15% of Pakistan’s daily gas requirements and has reduced the cost of electricity generation by ~40%, directly supporting productivity and economic activity across the country.