Ogra launches digital fuel tracking system amid oil market disruptions

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has introduced a digital track-and-trace system for petroleum products to strengthen oversight of the fuel supply chain as Pakistan faces market pressures linked to global oil disruptions, according to a news report.

The regulator, in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board, held a training session in Islamabad to brief industry stakeholders on the system, which will enable monitoring across imports, production, storage and retail distribution.

The platform integrates key functions including import and export management, stock reporting, sales tracking and dispatch monitoring, with real-time connectivity across refineries, depots and retail outlets to track fuel movement nationwide.

More than 200 participants attended the session, while additional stakeholders joined virtually. Technical teams provided demonstrations on modules covering refinery operations, oil marketing dashboards, stock management and transit tracking.

The initiative comes as Pakistan responds to rising global oil prices following the escalation in the Middle East, which has affected shipping routes and increased energy costs. To manage the impact, the government has raised fuel prices by up to Rs55 per litre and increased levies on high-octane fuel by Rs200.

Officials said the digital system will support regulatory oversight and improve decision-making through real-time data availability.

Authorities have been conducting daily reviews of fuel procurement, logistics and supply channels to ensure stability in domestic availability, as global market conditions remain uncertain.