PNN: The arrival of petrol and crude oil tankers continues at Port Qasim as the government steps up efforts to ensure fuel availability amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.
According to officials, two petrol shipments and one diesel-laden tanker have recently docked at the port, while several other vessels carrying petrol and crude oil remain stationed at the outer anchorage awaiting clearance.
Among the key arrivals, MT Khairpur delivered 60,000 tonnes of petrol from Fujairah, while MT Sunny Liger brought in an additional 26,000 tonnes from the same location. Another vessel, MT NCC Reem, is anchored with 38,000 tonnes of petrol.
Meanwhile, multiple tankers have completed offloading operations and departed after delivering significant quantities of fuel. MT Torm Damini discharged 37,000 metric tonnes of petrol, MT Nave Atropos delivered 53,000 metric tonnes, and MT Sapporo II unloaded 55,000 metric tonnes before leaving the port. In addition, MT Maritime Amity supplied 43,000 metric tonnes of diesel.
However, sources said MT Sea Clipper, carrying 34,000 tonnes of petrol, is still waiting at the outer anchorage and has not been allotted a berth due to financial constraints.
The continued movement of fuel shipments underscores efforts to maintain petroleum supplies in the face of rising demand and regional uncertainty.
Earlier, the government increased the price of Kerosene oil by Rs39.20 per litre while keeping petrol prices unchanged for the week ending March 20. Following the latest revision, kerosene often considered the fuel of lower-income households has surged to Rs358 per litre, marking the highest increase among all fuels since March 7.