Pakistan LNG seeks three cargoes for April-May delivery amid supply shortfall

Pakistan LNG Limited has issued a tender seeking three liquefied natural gas cargoes from international suppliers as the country faces supply constraints, according to the tender notice published by the company on Thursday. 

The company is looking to procure cargoes of around 140,000 cubic metres each on a delivered-ex-ship basis for delivery at Port Qasim in Karachi. The delivery windows are April 27-30, May 1-7 and May 8-14, with bids set to close on April 24.

Pakistan LNG Limited operates under the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division) and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Government Holdings Private Limited. It is responsible for procuring LNG from global markets and managing its supply to domestic consumers.

The move comes as Pakistan continues to seek spot cargoes to address a widening energy shortfall.

Azerbaijan’s state energy company SOCAR recently indicated readiness to supply LNG to Pakistan under a 2025 framework agreement that allows expedited purchases through SOCAR Trading.

Pakistan’s reliance on imported gas has increased amid declining domestic production and volatility in global LNG markets.

Officials have said LNG shortages have affected electricity generation, with load-shedding continuing during peak hours due to limited supply following a force majeure declared by Qatar.