Islamabad, Feb 24: Pakistan Refinery Limited (PRL) has resumed operations after a brief shutdown for maintenance, the company informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday. The refinery, which temporarily halted production on February 14, 2025, has officially restarted operations as of February 23, ensuring a steady supply of petroleum products ahead of increased seasonal demand.
In its regulatory filing, PRL confirmed the completion of scheduled maintenance, stating that the temporary closure was strategically planned during a period of low demand to ensure uninterrupted operations during the upcoming harvesting season. The refinery plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s energy sector, processing crude oil and supplying refined petroleum products to meet national consumption needs.
A subsidiary of Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO), PRL is one of the key players in the country’s refining industry. The maintenance shutdown was aimed at optimizing efficiency and sustaining long-term production capacity. The refinery’s swift resumption of operations is expected to support fuel availability, particularly as agricultural and transportation activities pick up in the coming months.
With the refinery back in action, industry observers anticipate improved supply stability in the domestic market. PRL’s operational continuity is seen as vital for ensuring fuel security and minimizing reliance on imports, reinforcing its role in Pakistan’s refining sector.
