Turkish seismic vessel to arrive in Karachi between Nov 17-20 to begin offshore oil and gas exploration

Dawn reports that a Turkish seismic ship is due in Karachi from November 17 to 20, 2026, ahead of offshore oil and gas exploration. The Petroleum Division said the visit will restart offshore exploration activity after a gap of nearly two decades, with government departments coordinating operational, maritime and security preparations.

Turkish Petroleum Offshore Company has agreements with OGDCL, PPL and Mari Energies covering three blocks. In the Eastern Offshore Indus-C block, the Turkish company holds 25 per cent and operatorship, while PPL has 35 per cent and OGDCL and Mari Energies each hold 20 per cent. PPL estimates the block’s gas resources at 1.5 to 2 trillion cubic feet.