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The SBTi approves Pakistan Cables science-based emissions reduction target

on 02/11/2023

Pakistan Cables, the pioneer wire and cable manufacturer in Pakistan, has become the country’s first building material company to have its science-based emission reduction targets validated and approved by SBTi. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) drives ambitious climate action in the private sector by enabling organizations to set science-based emissions reduction targets.
“We plan to drive sustainability by investing in continuous process improvement and cleaner energy to reach our targets by 2030,” said Fahd K. Chinoy, CEO at Pakistan Cables. “By setting science-based targets, Pakistan Cables is accelerating its efforts to align with ongoing global efforts to reduce global warming”.
The Company’s science-based emission reduction targets are part of its long-term vision to develop its net zero strategy and is actively working to establish long-term science-based net zero targets that are aligned with SBTi’s net zero criterion.
Earlier in 2021, Pakistan Cables became one of the 26 Pakistani companies and the only building materials company that signed the pledge for Business Ambition 1.5oC ahead of COP26. To date, the Company has planted approximately 50,000 trees at the Pakistan Cables Urban Forest location in Nooriabad factory, which is the country’s first and largest Miyawaki based Urban Forest on an industrial estate.
Furthermore, Pakistan Cables has the 14001:2015 certification, which reinforces the Company’s commitment to ensure its products meet the highest environmental standards and mitigate environmental impacts.
Founded in 1953, Pakistan Cables is the premier and most reputable cable manufacturer in Pakistan. Being the only wire and cable manufacturer listed on the PSX since 1955, it is also a member company of the Amir S. Chinoy group. The Company has the largest geographical footprint in Pakistan with a presence in over 200 cities. It is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001: 2015 certified and various types of cables are tested by KEMA, Netherlands.
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) drives ambitious climate action in the private sector by enabling organizations to set science-based emissions reduction targets. The SBTi is a partnership between CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World-Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).

PEC Elections 2024 Emerging alignments, fault lines

on 02/11/2023

Each and every sitting be it a formal or informal, engineers across Pakistan has one topic in common.
Who will be the next chairman of Pakistan Engineering Council? Why should not this query be at the epicentre of engineers communication when the PEC Elections 2024 is just at the corner and all engineers’ groups have kicked off internal discussions focusing the elections.
Initial information gathered by ER suggests incumbent chairman, Engr. Najeeb Haroon supported by National Engineers—an alliance of National Engineers Welfare Organization, a section of contractors and a section of PEG, the organization Engr. Haroon once led—has decided to contest for the second term. ‘He would love to be nominated and supported by his allies, engineers close to him say. But would he be able to retain that support is not clear. Because, a section of engineers from his allies and close to NEWA chief wishes Engr. Abdul Qadir Shah to be the next chairman. Wishes apart, the interesting part is that not everyone in Engr. Shah’s group wants him to contest the office of the chairman.
Shah’s own group has another name too—Engr. Zahid Arif—which is in circulation for the office of chairman. Engr. Arif, a senior engineer hailing from KP and the one who merged his organization with Shah’s is now a divulged-candidate for the top post.
But Engr. Arif is not the last name on the list. Yet another senior engineer from Punjab, and running the office in the province, Engr. Niaz Akhtar is said be set at mind to contest for the post of the chairman. In sum, there are four candidates for the post from the alliance ruling at the moment.
Apart from National Engineers and the allies, engineers from Engr. Jawed Salim Qureshi’s camp has only one name in the sight—Engr. Qureshi. He has been active in recent months as the polls are drawing closer and thus has reorganized his camp—the Engineers Pakistan. Though his candidate in PEC Election 2021 did not fare well but he is said to have retained the amount of support mostly surrounded to him. Some engineers still mark him as a potential candidate for the forthcoming elections.
Besides National Engineers and the Engineers Pakistan, Engr. Waseem Nazir’s PEG is the third significant camp in the engineering community in Pakistan. Engr. Nazir attracted majority votes in Pakistan’s largest province of Pakistan but failed to win the majority for the office of the chairman. Engr. Nazir’s companions say he has also kicked off his group’s preparations for the campaign. Although, he has not announced for his candidature as yet but he is conceived to be the candidate for the top slot.
Among all three, PEG and the Engineers Pakistan have a kind of central command in terms of taking swift decisions for their candidates whereas the National Engineers is likely to undergo tougher bargains for picking up a consensus candidate. ‘In the process the alliance may go for another alignment too’, some engineers say.
Engr. Haroon’s aides argue he has run the council with a level of success and has taken care of his allies and engineers as a whole and thus he deserves to be picked up for the second term. But how Engr. Shah who had decided to contest for the top post much earlier and communicated to Engr. Najeeb Haroon would be convinced to be step back is something to be seen in the coming months.
Yet another interesting development to be seen would be the move of Engr. Zahid Arif’s supporters of whom some are as close to Shah as they are to Engr. Arif.
Not only that, but Engr. Niaz Akhtar’s candidature, if he is adamant to go along is the decision that he has not announced formally would be affecting alignments especially in Punajb which is the real battle group in the next elections. Engr. Akhtar had advantage of his deep relations in academia in Puniab, quite connected with engineering academicians in all four provinces in Pakistan.

28th Pakistan HVACR Expo 2023 set to boost local industry

on 26/06/2023

Preparations for the 28th Pakistan HVACR Expo 2023 being held in Karachi from June 8 are on the fast track and signals coming from organizers and exhibitors suggest the show is most likely to break the cycle of despair in the business community in the wake of the difficult economic situation in Pakistan.
Chairman of HVACR Society, Karachi Chapter Zeeshan Ahmed Siddiqi says there is a positive response from the people and that the exhibitors are excited as Karachi is hosting this moot after three years.
He believes the exhibition simultaneously is a challenge too in Pakistan’s current fragile economic situation. But still, the show has attracted exhibitors and all are coming to the exhibition where they will display their products and offer services.
HVACR Expo is embedded with a conference focusing on energy efficiency and skill development, the areas in the spotlight in Pakistan today. The conference theme is linked with energy, localization, and technology transfer—the demands that the organizers fully comprehend.
HVACR Expo organizers said they were pretty unsure of the outcomes when they started moving but now we do witness the synergy appearing on the horizon. Our people have always been hopeful. They say what is needed is the policies that should be corrected so that the local industry is encouraged.
Yet another HVACR player says we have been lacking in producing local producers; we have been dependent on imports. We have failed to recognize local producers who are now gradually being given awareness. This exhibition would play its part in such a direction.
This show, says yet another player will bolster industry-academia collaboration and this is one of the ways to increase productivity in Pakistan. Local producers will be encouraged if they see society moving in this direction. There are quite a number of companies which are producing various parts which were imported until a few years ago.
A local producer says he is very confident that he will have an opportunity to display Pakistan-made products in the exhibition. We are making products that match international standards and if they are recognized, Pakistan will be benefited the most.
Yet another local producer is also sure this exhibition will bolster the local industry in the country. The people will know about local products which can replace the imported ones.

BRG, PSPP Organize 2nd Pakistan Water Summit

on 26/06/2023

Business Relay Group and the Pakistan Society of Plumbing Professionals (PSPP) organized the 2nd Pakistan Water Summit in March at a local hotel in Karachi in celebration of the United Nations’ World Water Day.
The summit was organized with the theme “Accelerating Change” and aimed to promote sustainable water management practices in Pakistan.
The summit brought together a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, industry experts, academics, and civil society representatives, to discuss water-related challenges and find solutions to accelerate change toward sustainable water management practices in Pakistan. The summit focused on key issues such as water scarcity, water pollution, and climate change, and highlighted the importance of adopting innovative technologies and best practices to ensure sustainable water management.
The event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops that provided participants with the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and knowledge sharing. The summit showcased successful case studies and highlighted the importance of cross-sectorial collaboration in addressing water-related challenges.
Speaking about the event, Engr. Sajjad Ghani, President, Pakistan Society of Plumbing Professionals, said, “We are thrilled to have organized the Pakistan Water Summit in celebration of the UN World Water Day. We recognize the importance of promoting sustainable water management practices and believe that the summit has played a crucial role in accelerating change toward this goal. We hope that this event will inspire and motivate all stakeholders to continue working towards sustainable water management practices in Pakistan.”
Mr. Abbas Sajid, General Secretary of the Pakistan Society of Plumbing Professionals, told, “The Pakistan Water Summit has provided a unique platform for stakeholders to share their experiences, best practices, and innovative ideas towards ensuring sustainable water management in Pakistan.
Mr. Faraz Khan, CEO, Business Relay Group, added, “We are committed to continuing this dialogue and collaboration and look forward to building on the success of this event.”
The Pakistan Water Summit was a resounding success, with participants from a wide range of sectors coming together to discuss solutions and strategies to accelerate change toward sustainable water management practices in Pakistan. The summit demonstrated the importance of collaboration, innovation, and partnership in addressing the critical water-related challenges facing the country.

NESPAK Celebrates 50th anniversary on Pakistan Resolution Day

on 26/06/2023

NESPAK celebrated its 50th anniversary ceremony on Pakistan Resolution Day, March 23, 2023, with great enthusiasm and pride. The event was held at NESPAK headquarters in Lahore.
NESPAK is one of the largest and most prestigious engineering consulting firms in Pakistan, providing top-quality engineering and consultancy services both locally and internationally. The company has been instrumental in the development of Pakistan’s infrastructure, contributing significantly to the nation’s progress and prosperity.
The ceremony was attended by a large number of distinguished guests comprising former Managing Directors of NESPAK, Vice Presidents, important Clients, engineers, and industry experts. The event began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the national anthem.
Addressing the audience, NESPAK Managing Director Dr. Tahir Masood highlighted the company’s achievements and contributions over the past 50 years. He emphasized the company’s commitment to providing quality services to its Clients and the nation, saying, “NESPAK is a national asset, and we take great pride in serving Pakistan and contributing to its development.”
The ceremony also included a documentary showcasing NESPAK’s journey over the past 50 years, highlighting the company’s significant projects and achievements, and a prize distribution among winners in different sports categories. In connection with the 50th anniversary celebrations, NESPAK also organized a family gala for children of Company employees on February 24, 2023, and Women’s Day on March 8, 2023.
The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing NESPAK’s 50 years of excellence in engineering and consultancy services. The company plans to continue its commitment to excellence in the years to come, serving Pakistan and contributing to its development and progress.