PPL commences execution of BLZ project with signing of PMC contract with DMT Germany

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Business Desk
June 24, 2026
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A formal group photograph showing six men in business suits standing in a row behind a conference table. Behind them hangs a blue banner that reads 'SIGNING CEREMONY' and displays the logos for DMT and PPL. On the table in the foreground, small flags for PPL and Pakistan sit next to document folders. The photograph is framed against a dark background with a large red semi-circle at the top.
MD & CEO PPL Mohammad Khalid Rehman signs PMC contract with Head, DMT Germany Florian Beier in the presence of officials from both companies on June 23 at PPL head office

KARACHI, June 24, 2026: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) commences the execution phase for Barite, Lead & Zinc (BLZ) Project, a joint venture between PPL as operator and Government of Balochistan, with the signing of Project Management Consultancy contract with globally renowned engineering services DMT Germany, marking a significant milestone for development of Pakistan’s mineral resources.

MD & CEO PPL Mohammad Khalid Rehman signed the agreement with Head, DMT Germany Florian Beier on June 23 at PPL head office in the presence of official from both organizations, including Head PPL Minerals Zeeshan Asghar.

Partnering with DMT Germany reflects PPL’s commitment to international best practices, technical excellence and effective execution.

BLZ Project is one of Pakistan’s most significant large-scale open-pit mining ventures which is expected to become a key driver of economic growth in the region, contributing significantly towards mineral exports and development of country’s mineral resources.

Caption: (sitting 1st left) MD & CEO PPL Mohammad Khalid Rehman signs PMC contract with Head, DMT Germany Florian Beier in the presence of officials from both companies on June 23 at PPL head office

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