Weir eyes long-term investment in Pakistan’s minerals sector

Weir is discussing possible cooperation with Pakistan on mineral-sector development and has signalled interest in a lasting relationship with the government, the Petroleum Ministry said on Wednesday, as reported by Business Recorder. The talks took place between Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and JD Singleton, Weir’s Pakistan Executive Sponsor and a regional director, and covered mining technology and potential strategic partnerships.

The minister offered government support for the company’s involvement and said its expertise could contribute to developing Pakistan’s mineral resources. Weir, which has more than 11,000 employees across over 50 countries, will be a platinum sponsor at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026. Its chief executive, Andrew Neilson, is expected to join the company’s delegation at the Islamabad forum on November 12-13.