About us

Wafi Energy Pakistan, formerly Shell Pakistan, is one of the oldest energy companies in Pakistan, shaping the nation’s energy landscape since 1947. As the exclusive licensee of Shell fuel and lubricants in Pakistan, the company combines global expertise with regional strength and a growth strategic focus.

 

Wafi Energy Pakistan is an established energy company with a network of 680+ Shell retail sites, nationwide oil terminal facilities, a lubricants oil blending plant, and a diverse portfolio of global Shell Lubricant brands and solutions. The company is also the largest private investor in the strategic White Oil Pipeline operated by Pak-Arab Pipeline Company (PAPCO).

 

Wafi Energy Pakistan’s story is inseparable from the story of Pakistan itself. The company’s commercial presence in the country dates to 1947, making it one of the very first international energy companies to operate in the new nation. The company’s roots in the subcontinent reach even further when Asiatic Petroleum first began importing kerosene oil into the region. A storage tank from 1898 stands as a physical testament to that era.

 

In November 2024, Wafi Energy Holding, based in the UAE, acquired an 87.78% stake in Shell Pakistan Limited, marking its entry into the Pakistani market. This investment in Pakistan brought in fresh capital, regional expertise, and a long-term strategic commitment to Pakistan’s energy future. An associated company to Wafi Holding has an agreement with Shell Brands International AG to be the sole representative of the Shell brand for fuel stations in Saudi Arabia. The strategic acquisition in Pakistan allows Wafi Holding to expand its energy business and strengthen its presence in the country, where Shell has a 79-year history.

With a 79-year legacy, we are proud to support Pakistan’s growth through a strategic retail and terminal network — from vital storage at Keamari at the port city, to our mid-country joint venture installation, and a high-throughput terminal serving northern Pakistan.