OGDCL Successfully Commissions Jhal Magsi Development Project in Balochistan
The Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the successful commissioning of the Jhal Magsi Development Project, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s energy sector.
Located in the remote district of Jhal Magsi, Balochistan, the project is now producing approximately 14 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of pipeline-quality gas and 45 barrels per day (BPD) of condensate.
The produced gas is being supplied to the Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) network through a newly completed 98-kilometer gas transportation pipeline. This pipeline connects the Jhal Magsi field to the main tie-in point.
Development activities for the project began in February 2024, following the Government of Pakistan’s approval of incentives, including the transition from the 1997 Petroleum Policy to the Marginal Field Gas Pricing Policy. The project was prioritized to meet the country’s growing energy demands and was executed on an expedited timeline despite technical and territorial challenges.
Key infrastructure installed as part of the project includes an Amine Unit, Dehydration Unit, Hot Oil Package, power generation facilities, and gathering systems.
The Jhal Magsi Field comprises two wells and is a joint venture involving OGDCL (56% working interest), Pakistan Oilfields Limited (POL) (24%), and Government Holdings Private Limited (GHPL) (20%).
