Arrangements for Turkish vessel’s arrival reviewed

A Turkish Petroleum Offshore Company seismic vessel is scheduled to reach Karachi between November 17-20, 2026, as Pakistan prepares to resume offshore exploration after an absence of almost two decades. Business Recorder reported that Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik chaired a meeting on November 6 to assess the preparations, including maritime, security, logistical and operational requirements.

Officials from relevant government departments and the Turkish company attended, alongside the managing directors of OGDCL and PPL. Malik said the government would support the initiative, while the TPOC project manager expressed confidence in the effort. The meeting called for coordination among participating agencies ahead of the vessel’s arrival and the start of the offshore campaign, which officials linked to strengthening Pakistan’s energy security.