According to Arshad Palekar, PPL’s General Manager of Exploration and Core Business Development, the island will rise six feet above sea level to ensure uninterrupted drilling around the clock. Inspired by Abu Dhabi’s successful artificial island projects, this initiative marks Pakistan’s first attempt at such a venture.
Construction is expected to be completed by February, with operations commencing immediately. The company plans to drill approximately 25 wells on the island.
This announcement follows Pakistan’s recent offshore bidding round, where 23 of 40 exploration blocks covering 53,500 square kilometers were awarded to a mix of local and international companies. Earlier this year, US President Donald Trump highlighted a partnership with Pakistan to develop its “massive oil reserves,” signaling potential foreign collaboration on these offshore projects.
With this artificial island, Pakistan aims to strengthen energy security while maximizing the exploitation of its untapped offshore resources.
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