In a landmark development set to reshape Pakistan’s industrial landscape, MAL Pakistan Ltd (Marketing Alliance of ExxonMobil Lubricants & Specialties) has joined forces with Juniper International FZ LLC and MinPro Synergies (Pvt) Ltd to form a strategic Joint Venture, “Mine Lubes & Chemical” dedicated to supporting the country’s rapidly expanding mining sector.
The newly formed entity will serve the country’s rapidly expanding mining industry with premium Mobil™ lubricants, specialized chemical solutions, and advanced technical services designed to boost operational reliability and equipment efficiency.
The official signing ceremony was held at the AWT Head Office, graced by senior leadership from the partner organizations. Mr. Khawar Jamal, CEO of MAL Pakistan Ltd, Mr. Kashif Afzal, CEO of Juniper International FZ LLC Dubai, Mr. Shahzad Ashfaq, Managing Director of Juniper Capital Pakistan Ltd, and the CEO of MinPro Synergies (Pvt) Ltd, collectively signed the agreement marking the beginning of a collaborative journey towards industrial excellence.
Lt. Gen Nauman Mahmood (Retd), MD AWT, Presents a Shield to Honour Mr. Shahzad Ashfaq, MD Juniper International
Presence of key stakeholders starting from left hand side are:
- Maj Gen Abid Latif (Retd.), ED (IFT)
- Lt. Gen Nauman Mahmood (Retd.), Managing Director AWT
- Mr. Shahzad Ashfaq, MD, Juniper Capital Pakistan Limited
- Mr. Kashif Afzal, CEO, Juniper International FZ LLC
- Mr. Khawar Jamal, CEO, MAL Pakistan Limited
As Pakistan accelerates its industrialization, the mining sector stands out as a critical pillar of economic advancement. With “Mine Lubes & Chemicals”, the partner companies are poised to become key enablers of sustainable growth, operational reliability, and sectoral resilience.
“Our vision is to establish market leadership by delivering customer-focused solutions, underpinned by deep technical expertise and a commitment to high performance,” stated by the leadership team. The Joint Venture aims to bring innovation and world-class quality to Pakistan’s mining operations while contributing to the nation’s broader ambitions for sustainable development and economic self-reliance.
Welcoming the distinguished guests, Mr. Khawar Jamal, CEO of MAL Pakistan Ltd, emphasized the unique strengths of the Joint Venture:
- The provision of the world-class Mobil™ brand, backed by decades of experience in meeting the complex lubricant and on-site technical requirements of large-scale mining operations.
- Robust logistics, warehousing, and production capabilities to ensure reliable supply and support across Pakistan.
- And above all, an unwavering drive to lead and succeed.
He expressed his profound gratitude to Lt. Gen. Nauman Mahmood (Retd.), Chairman of the Board of Directors at MAL Pakistan Ltd, for his steadfast support, invaluable guidance, and inspiring leadership, which were instrumental in bringing this venture to life.
Mr. Khawar Jamal further affirmed that as the majority stakeholder, MAL Pakistan Ltd is resolutely committed to leading and scaling this initiative. He underscored the company’s plans to invest significantly in infrastructure and, importantly, to prioritize the development and training of human capital with a special focus on empowering skilled talent from Balochistan, a region rich in mining potential.
The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to unlocking new opportunities, strengthening industrial resilience, and driving a brighter, more sustainable future for Pakistan’s mining sector.
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