OGRA accelerates oil supply chain digitalization

Mettis Global reported, citing APP, that the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority is modernising how petroleum data moves through the country's fuel network. Under the plan, OGRA is drawing figures directly from oil marketing firms and refineries through their enterprise software, and tracking stock levels with tank sensors. The aim is more accurate, dependable and timely information on petroleum stocks and supplies. Linking pipelines to the same systems is also underway, with that work scheduled to wrap up before the end of September 2026.

OGRA currently lacks a live, ERP-linked tool for tracking fuel held under customs bond, a task that sits with Pakistan Customs and the Federal Board of Revenue under the Customs Act, 1969. Even so, both bodies have already been granted access to the regulator's digital platform, giving them fresher stock information. The upgraded data is expected to help reconcile fuel held in public and private bonded depots, with greater transparency, oversight and revenue assurance as the intended results.

Pakistan Customs is also expected to gain a stronger ability to follow petroleum movements along the supply chain. The steps therefore bring the regulator and the tax authorities onto a shared digital platform.