Saudi Aramco opens 50th retail fuel station in Pakistan, expanding nationwide network

Saudi Aramco opens 50th retail fuel station in Pakistan, expanding nationwide network
People visit Saudi Aramco's first branded gas station during the innaugration ceremony in Lahore on October 29, 2024. (Photo courtesy: X/@ranjha001)
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Saudi Aramco opens 50th retail fuel station in Pakistan, expanding nationwide network

Saudi Aramco opens 50th retail fuel station in Pakistan, expanding nationwide network
  • Aramco’s expansion follows acquisition of 40% stake in GO Pakistan last year
  • Company says new stations are supporting jobs and local economic activity

KARACHI: Saudi Aramco has opened its 50th retail fuel station in Pakistan, its local partner Gas & Oil Pakistan Limited (GO) said on Tuesday, marking a milestone in the Saudi energy firm’s fast-growing presence in the country’s fuel retail market.

Aramco entered Pakistan’s downstream sector last year after acquiring a 40 percent stake in GO, one of the country’s largest oil marketing companies. The partnership gave Aramco access to GO’s existing network of more than 1,200 retail sites, enabling a rapid rollout of Aramco-branded stations at a time when Pakistan’s fuel consumption and transport infrastructure continue to expand.

The latest station, located along Islamabad’s Srinagar Highway, is part of this continuing expansion. Senior management and industry officials attended an inauguration ceremony marking what the companies described as a significant step in expanding retail fuel access along major transport corridors.

“Beyond expanding its network, the Aramco new station contributes to the creation of employment opportunities, local skill development, and economic activity in the surrounding community,” Aramco said in a statement. 

“Each new outlet supports operational staff, customer service teams, and supply chain partners, reinforcing the broader socio-economic impact of the investment.”

Aramco launched its first retail outlet in Lahore in 2024 and now operates 50 stations across multiple provinces. GO remains responsible for network operations, fuel distribution and logistics, while Aramco provides brand standards, product specifications and retail experience protocols.

“This growth demonstrates the company’s dedication to delivering modern fuelling experiences while actively contributing to Pakistan’s economic development and providing both jobs and infrastructure that benefit local communities,” the company said.

Aramco’s expansion aligns with broader Saudi economic outreach to Pakistan. The Kingdom remains one of Pakistan’s largest investors and hosts over 2.7 million Pakistani workers. 


Oman preparing Sultan’s visit to Pakistan as sides explore new investment opportunities — Sindh minister

Oman preparing Sultan’s visit to Pakistan as sides explore new investment opportunities — Sindh minister
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Oman preparing Sultan’s visit to Pakistan as sides explore new investment opportunities — Sindh minister

Oman preparing Sultan’s visit to Pakistan as sides explore new investment opportunities — Sindh minister
  • Oman signals readiness to expand investment and cultural ties with Sindh province
  • Preparations for Sultan of Oman’s upcoming visit to Pakistan come under discussion

KARACHI: Oman is exploring new investment opportunities in Pakistan’s southern Sindh province and preparing for a future visit of the Sultan of Oman, the Sindh government said on Tuesday.

Oman has long-standing historical and cultural ties with Pakistan’s Sindh and Balochistan regions, rooted in centuries of Indian Ocean maritime trade. Until 1958, Oman directly administered Gwadar, a coastal city now part of Pakistan’s Balochistan province, and a significant Pakistani diaspora from Sindh and Balochistan continues to live and work in Oman today. 

Oman is among Pakistan’s largest Gulf investors, particularly in ports, logistics, fisheries and real estate, while Pakistan provides skilled labor and defense cooperation, including military training exchanges. In recent years, both sides have been exploring deeper economic engagement and new investment corridors linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and Karachi’s expanding port infrastructure.

On Tuesday, a meeting was help between provincial Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hasan Lanjar and Oman’s Consul General Sami Abdullah Salim Al-Khanjari in Karachi.

According to the Sindh Home Department, the meeting focused on “strengthening and further consolidating bilateral relations” and developing a shared approach on security cooperation, consular coordination and investment facilitation.

“Sindh welcomes your investment projects,” Lanjar said, according to the statement, adding that the provincial government remained committed to peace, stability and the promotion of business.

According to the statement, the Omani consul general said Muscat intends to expand cooperation with Sindh in partnership with the provincial authorities. 

“I assure the Sindh authorities that the government of Oman, in collaboration with the provincial government, will explore new avenues,” he stated. He added that Oman sought to further promote cultural and economic ties between the two sides.

The statement said both sides discussed security for foreign investors and opportunities for cooperation in investment, trade and tourism sectors. 

“We want to provide a safe and transparent environment to the Omani business community in Sindh,” Lanjar said.

The consul general conveyed “a message of lasting partnership with Sindh from the Sultan of Oman,” adding that Muscat was seeking “new opportunities for mutual cooperation.”

Officials also exchanged suggestions regarding preparations for the Sultan of Oman’s visit to Pakistan, the statement said.