Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has appointed Abdus Sami as Interim Chief Executive Officer effective March 31, 2026, ensuring management continuity while the process to appoint a permanent CEO remains underway.

The decision was approved by the company’s board of directors during its meeting held on March 30, 2026. Under the interim arrangement, Sami will simultaneously continue serving as Chief Supply Chain Officer alongside his additional responsibilities as acting CEO.

In a notification submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange, PSO confirmed that the appointment will remain effective until further orders or until a permanent chief executive is formally appointed.

The leadership transition comes at a sensitive period for the country’s largest oil marketing company, as global energy markets face persistent volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and supply risks in the Middle East.

PSO expects the interim setup to ensure uninterrupted operations and steady strategic oversight, particularly in fuel procurement, logistics, and nationwide supply management, which remain critical to the company’s operations.

The disclosure was made in line with regulatory requirements to keep shareholders and the market informed of key corporate developments.