Turkish vessel to arrive in Karachi between Nov 17-20 to begin offshore oil, gas exploration

Dawn reported that a Turkish seismic vessel is due in Karachi from November 17 to 20, 2026, to start offshore oil and gas exploration. The Petroleum Division said the visit marks a restart of offshore exploration after almost two decades, with officials reviewing operational, maritime and security preparations.

Turkish Petroleum Offshore Company has agreements with OGDC, PPL and Mari Energies for three blocks. In the Eastern Offshore Indus-C block, the Turkish company will operate with a 25 per cent stake, while PPL holds 35 per cent and OGDC and Mari Energies each hold 20 per cent. PPL puts the block’s estimated gas resources at 1.5 to 2 trillion cubic feet.