ISLAMABAD: Engro Elengy Terminal (EETL) has successfully received and began offloading the largest LNG cargo in Pakistan’s history on 13 May 2026, amid pressures on global energy supplies.
The handling of the Q-Flex vessel carrying over 210,000 cubic metres of LNG was a demonstration of the terminal infrastructure’s strength and team’s capabilities. The operation entailed a complex vessel handling. A dual-parcel discharge sequence was undertaken at the terminal safety and seamlessly while navigating tidal and draft constraints.
This accomplishment was made possible through close coordination between Port Qasim Authority (PQA), Excelerate Energy, Nakilat (NSQL), Qatar Energy, SSGC, PSO and operational teams across the terminal ecosystem.
It demonstrated the engineering capabilities and strength of all terminal teams and stakeholders. The significance of this key moment extends far beyond the size of the LNG cargo. For millions across Pakistan, it means energy will continue to flow when it is needed most.
Homes will remain powered, businesses remain operational, food and essential supplies continue to reach people, and everyday life moves forward without disruption, especially during a challenging period. Such milestones demonstrate that the readiness and availability of terminal infrastructure at all times remains key to supporting Pakistan’s energy needs.
Terminal infrastructure is more than just steel, pipelines, and ports; it enables energy continuity for people, stability for the economy, and confidence in the country’s ability to navigate complex circumstances to reach a better future.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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