Pakistan faced a big rise in the cost of Re-gasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) in June 2026. The weighted average price on the SNGPL network increased by 66 percent compared to the same month last year, according to Arif Habib Limited.
This sharp increase happened because of higher international oil prices and limited availability of spot LNG cargoes. Global suppliers also refused to give discounts, making imports more expensive. Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) imported one spot cargo at a higher price of 19.2 percent of Brent crude on a delivered basis.
Pakistan State Oil (PSO) brought in three long-term LNG cargoes from Qatar during the month. These provided an average supply of 309 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd). The spot cargo from PLL added another 26 mmcfd to help meet domestic needs despite ongoing disruptions.
Higher terminal charges are also added to the cost pressure. RLNG is an important fuel for power plants and industries in Pakistan. The rise in prices may increase electricity costs and put an extra burden on the economy, especially during summer when power demand is high.
Energy experts say Pakistan needs to improve long-term contracts and explore more suppliers to reduce dependence on expensive spot market purchases. The government is working on better energy planning to control import costs and ensure a stable supply for homes, factories, and power generation.