OGRA conducts safety checks on LPG facilities in Lahore

April 09, 2025 (MLN): The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), in collaboration with the local administration, conducted joint safety inspections of LPG storage tank, bowzer, and cylinder manufacturing facilities located in the peripheral areas of Lahore during March 2025.

During the process, three LPG equipment manufacturer premises were inspected, namely Elite Metal Tek (Private) Limited, Hi-Tek Manufacturing (Private) Limited, and Unique Metal Engineering Services Limited.

Violations of technical and safety standards were observed, including the production of oversized LPG bowzers and the absence of essential safety systems.

Additionally, unlicensed bowzers were present on-site, and operations were being carried out without mandatory registration from the Deputy Commissioner and Civil Defence authorities.

As a result, two facilities, namely Hi-Tek Manufacturing (Private) Limited and Unique Metal Engineering Services Limited, where serious violations were observed, were sealed by the district administration.

The Authority is initiating regulatory action under applicable laws, which may result in delisting/cancellation of licenses of non-compliant entities.

OGRA maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward unsafe, non-compliant, and unauthorized manufacturing practices, as per the press release issued today.

Surprise inspections will continue nationwide to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory compliance in LPG equipment manufacturing.

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