Turkish seismic vessel due in Karachi

A Turkish seismic vessel is expected in Karachi from November 17 to 20, 2026, as Pakistan prepares to restart offshore exploration after an almost 20-year pause. The Express Tribune reported that Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik reviewed arrival preparations and said the government would support the start of the campaign.

Officials discussed maritime, security, operational and logistical arrangements, with relevant departments asked to coordinate the vessel’s arrival and work commencement. The meeting included managing directors from Oil and Gas Development Company and Pakistan Petroleum Limited, alongside Government Holdings and other public bodies; the project manager expressed confidence in the effort. The initiative is also being presented as a step toward closer energy cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye.