Charting success in Waziristan’s untamed frontier
From Shewa to Spinwam, MariEnergies is proving that bold exploration, even in the toughest terrains, can yield game-changing results. Our journey in the Waziristan Block has only just begun.
Shewa
The successful commissioning of Shewa Early Production Facility (EPF) and the commencement of production from Shewa-1 and Shewa-2 wells in the Waziristan Block mark a major milestone in MariEnergies’ journey to unlock Pakistan’s frontier basins and strengthen our national energy security. This is not only a technical achievement but a endorsement of our vision to unlock hydrocarbon potential in Pakistan’s most challenging frontier basins.
Following the significant discovery at Shewa-1 well and subsequent appraisal through Shewa-2, the company fast-tracked the installation of an Early Production Facility (EPF) to enable early monetization. The facility was successfully commissioned with a processing and export capacity of up to 100 MMSCFD of gas. Overcoming complex terrain & volatile security conditions, SNGPL completed a 230 km, 18-inch transmission pipeline from Shewa to Daud Khel, connecting the field to the national grid.
After system integration and safety review, gas and condensate production commenced on March 23, 2025. A performance test with the O&M contractor, as required under the Gas Processing Contract, was successfully completed on March 28, followed by the dispatch of the first condensate tanker to Attock Refinery Limited on March 29, 2025. After ramp up and stabilization of plant operations, the two Shewa wells are able to contribute up to 70 MMSCFD of gas and 700 BPD of condensate, generating substantial revenue for the Joint Venture.
The Declaration of Commerciality (DoC) for the Shewa discovery has been submitted to the Regulator, while work on the Full Field Development Plan (FDP) is underway.
The success of this project is a testament to the strong partnership with OGDCL and Orient Petroleum, whose steadfast support has been instrumental throughout the journey.
Spinwam-1 Discovery: Powering Pakistan’s Next Energy Frontier
The Waziristan Block continued to yield remarkable results with the discovery of multiple productive reservoirs at the Spinwam-1 exploration well, significantly enhancing MariEnergies’ organic growth outlook. Outstanding flow rates were recorded from the Samanasuk, Kawagarh, Hangu, and Lockhart formations, confirming the presence of a rich and multi-layered hydrocarbon system.
The combined estimated in-place volume across these formations is a substantial resource base that strengthens the strategic value of the block. The Spinwam-1 well alone, if fully opened has the potential to place it amongst Pakistan’s highestproducing individual wells.
In response to this high-impact discovery, MariEnergies is advancing plans to install a new processing facility capable of handling gas from both Shewa and Spinwam wells. Once operational, this would increase the total Waziristan Block production capacity from current levels. Moreover, additional exploration leads within the block may hold further upside potential, possibly raising the block’s output further.
This momentum, combined with adjacent blocks, presents an opportunity to develop a major new hydrocarbon hub in this region. To capitalize on this potential, MariEnergies is actively engaging with OGDCL, SNGPL, and Alhaj for infrastructure collaboration and coordinated field development. However, the pace of expansion remains contingent upon improvements in the security environment and the timely availability of critical pipeline infrastructure.
With its bold exploration strategy, early production successes, and game-changing discoveries like Spinwam-1, MariEnergies is positioning the Waziristan Block and surrounding licenses as a transformative asset – one that could redefine Pakistan’s domestic gas landscape and deliver long-term energy resilience.
Economic and Strategic Impact
The Shewa development is set to deliver transformative economic value, strengthening Pakistan’s domestic energy supply, reducing dependence on imported fuels, and generating significant fiscal revenue for the nation. Additionally, it supports regional development and opens new exploration corridors across underdeveloped frontier zones. Upon full field development, the Shewa discovery will create substantial economic value through foreign exchange savings, royalty and tax contributions, and employment generation, particularly benefiting local communities.
Building Local Partnerships, Honoring Sacrifices
The Company has adopted an inclusive and pragmatic approach to local engagement, addressing regional sensitivities through innovative, community-centered solutions. Local contractors were engaged for condensate transportation and security services, while a cohort of local diploma holders and engineers has been inducted into a structured training program aimed at their future integration into company operations. As part of its CSR policy, the Company continues to initiate projects that share economic value with local communities — including the provision of healthcare facilities, mobile dispensaries, schools, skill development centers, and access to safe drinking water.
This achievement was made possible through the strong support and technical collaboration of our Joint Venture partners, SNGPL, and the unwavering courage of law enforcement agencies (LEAs), who ensured operational continuity under highly challenging conditions. We pay heartfelt tribute to our staff and security personnel who lost their lives during the project — their sacrifices will never be forgotten, and their courage remains deeply honored.
As MariEnergies continues to explore, invest, and operate responsibly, the Shewa project stands as a symbol of resilience, collaboration, and national progress.