Islamabad: A Danish company, FLSmidth, is set to launch a training program for 100 Pakistani engineers during the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum, scheduled for April 8-9, 2025. The initiative was announced following a meeting between Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and the Danish Ambassador to Pakistan, Jakob Linulf, at the Petroleum Division.
The discussions between the two officials emphasized enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, particularly focusing on mining and technological collaboration. Danish expertise, especially from FLSmidth, was highlighted as crucial for modernizing Pakistan’s mining operations. The company offers advanced solutions in cement production, mineral processing, and decarbonization. These align with Pakistan’s objectives to improve efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of its extractive industries.
Minister Malik expressed interest in leveraging Danish technology and investments to optimize Pakistan’s resource extraction and processing, citing the country’s substantial mineral reserves. He assured full governmental support to facilitate Danish investment and technology transfer in Pakistan’s growing mining sector. Danish companies, including FLSmidth, were invited to explore partnerships with Pakistani firms during the forum.
Ambassador Linulf reaffirmed Denmark’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s energy transition and industrial growth. He revealed that Danish companies are eager to share their expertise in green mining solutions, automation, and digitalization to help Pakistan achieve its economic and environmental goals.
FLSmidth has already entered into five partnership agreements in Pakistan’s minerals sector. Meanwhile, Danish shipping company MAERSK has committed to a $2 billion investment in a deep-sea port, focusing on ship recycling and refueling with green ammonia.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to facilitate further engagement between Pakistani stakeholders and Danish technology providers, with FLSmidth poised to play a pivotal role in advancing modern mining practices in Pakistan.