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FBR Tells Steel Makers to Install Digital Monitoring by 30 December 2026

Units that do not comply can face action, the update says.

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A steel plant beside FBR offices as FBR steel makers face a digital monitoring deadline
Registered steel melters, re-rollers and composite units have until 30 December 2026 to activate digital monitoring. Photo: Enable Pakistan

FBR steel manufacturers have been directed to install and activate digital production-monitoring systems by 30 December 2026.

The order is about tracking what the mills produce and ship. It names the kinds of units covered, and it leaves room for action if they do not comply.

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Who the FBR steel order covers

The system will help track steel production, finished goods, and shipments to identify discrepancies and curb tax evasion. The measure applies to registered steel melters, re-rollers, and composite units, with action possible against those who fail to comply.

The update does not set out the penalty.

Our verdict

FBR steel units that melt, re-roll, or run composite operations have until 30 December 2026 to switch on digital production monitoring. The stated purpose is to spot gaps in production and shipments and to curb tax evasion.

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Frequently asked questions

What has the FBR directed?

Steel manufacturers must install and activate digital production-monitoring systems.

What is the deadline?

30 December 2026.

Which units are covered?

Registered steel melters, re-rollers, and composite units.

What is the system for?

Tracking production, finished goods, and shipments, so discrepancies can be identified and tax evasion curbed.

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