The companies are Gunvor International, Eni, Trafigura, SOCAR Trading, DXT Commodities, Vitol Bahrain, Petronas LNG and Glencore Singapore, according to a document published on its website.

Pakistan LNG is seeking five LNG cargoes for delivery over March and April. The tender closed on Jan. 30 and is expected to be awarded in February.

The financial proposals from the companies will be opened on Thursday.