The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), in collaboration with Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), has launched a nationwide Track and Trace system aimed at fully digitizing Pakistan’s oil supply chain. This marks the second phase of OGRA’s broader initiative to modernize the country’s downstream petroleum sector. The new rollout follows the earlier success of OGRA’s online licensing system and represents a strategic effort to bring greater efficiency, transparency, and safety to the oil logistics ecosystem.
This phase focuses on digitally monitoring the entire journey of petroleum products—from refineries and import terminals to storage depots, transportation via tank lorries, and distribution at retail outlets. Using integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms, GPS tracking technology, and centralized monitoring dashboards, the system is designed to enable real-time tracking of fuel movement across the country. The aim is to curb illegal practices such as decanting and smuggling, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance enforcement capabilities.
The infrastructure supporting this digital shift is already well-established. At present, over 29 Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) are operating with ERP systems, while approximately 15,000 tank lorries have been fitted with GPS tracking devices. These existing digital tools have laid the groundwork for a smooth implementation of the Track and Trace framework nationwide.
This initiative builds on previous efforts by OGRA to improve digital accessibility and consumer trust in the fuel sector. One such milestone was the launch of the Raahguzar mobile application, a joint effort with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC). The app uses GIS mapping to help users locate licensed fuel stations in their vicinity, strengthening consumer protection and discouraging unlicensed sales.
OGRA Chairman Masroor Khan emphasized that the Track and Trace system is a key element in the organization’s mission to promote digital governance and operational transparency in the energy sector. According to him, the deployment of this system reinforces OGRA’s commitment to public safety and accountability, positioning the regulator as a leader in leveraging digital tools for effective oversight.
Through this latest move, OGRA is pushing forward with a coordinated and technology-driven approach to regulate Pakistan’s critical energy infrastructure. The collaboration with PITB reflects a growing emphasis on inter-agency cooperation to scale digital transformation projects across vital sectors of the economy. With the Track and Trace system in motion, Pakistan’s oil supply chain is now on a more secure and transparent path, supported by modern regulatory oversight.
