POF, DPD, Pakistan.

POF, DPD, Pakistan. POF is the continuation of British Royal Ordnance Factories and caters for the needs of our Defence Forces and law enforcement agencies.

These Factories have been modernized and enlarged in respect of capacity and technology both over the decades.

23/02/2026

The Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Board is the highest governing body responsible for the management and administration of the country’s largest defense industrial complex. Established under the POF Board Ordinance of 1961, the Board operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) but maintains a high degree of corporate autonomy.
Board Composition & Leadership
The Board is structured to balance military operational requirements with financial and technical expertise. As of early 2026, the key leadership roles are:
* Chairman: Lieutenant General Syed Tahir Hameed Shah, HI(M).
* The Chairman is a serving three-star General seconded from the Pakistan Army. He acts as the Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all 14 factories and the strategic "Vision 2025" modernization plan.
* Member Finance (Financial Adviser): Typically a senior officer from the Military Finance wing of the Ministry of Finance. This member ensures fiscal discipline and manages the budget for both military production and commercial ventures.
* Member Production Coordination: Responsible for synchronizing the output of various factories to meet the "General Staff Requirements" (GSR) of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
* Member Industrial & Commercial Relations (I&CR): Focuses on the "commercial face" of POF, managing export contracts to over 40 countries and overseeing the performance of commercial subsidiaries like Wah Nobel and Wah Brass.
* Member Supply Chain/Technical: Oversees the procurement of raw materials and the implementation of the BMR (Balancing, Modernization, and Replacement) programs.
Core Responsibilities of the Board
The Board Members collectively oversee four critical pillars of the organization:
* Strategic Governance: Formulating long-term policies for self-reliance in arms and ammunition.
* R&D Oversight: Approving the development of new weaponry, such as the BW-20 assault rifle and specialized 155mm artillery ammunition.
* Export & Commercial Growth: Turning POF into a profit-earning entity by expanding the commercial footprint of subsidiaries like Wah Nobel (explosives/chemicals) and Wah Industries Limited.
* Human Capital: Managing a workforce of over 27,000 employees, including welfare, housing in Wah Cantt, and technical training through the POF Institute of Technology.
The Decision-Making Process
The Board meets regularly at the POF Headquarters in Wah Cantt. While the Board has significant powers to enter into contracts and joint ventures (such as the recent 2024-2025 partnership with Turkiye's Repkon for artillery production), major strategic shifts and the appointment of the Chairman are approved by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the GHQ and Ministry of Defence Production.

Courtesy: Gemini

When I asked about the organizational hierarchy of the Pakistan Army, Gemini replied:​The organizational hierarchy of th...
14/09/2025

When I asked about the organizational hierarchy of the Pakistan Army, Gemini replied:

​The organizational hierarchy of the Pakistan Army is structured into both operational and administrative tiers, with a clear chain of command. The structure is largely based on the British Army's model.
​Key Ranks and Formations
​The hierarchy can be broken down from the highest command down to the lowest unit:
​Chief of Army Staff (COAS): The highest-ranking officer, typically a four-star general, who commands the entire army.
​Corps: Commanded by a lieutenant general, a corps is a major field formation. The Pakistan Army has several corps, including strike corps and holding corps, each responsible for a specific geographical area or strategic role.
​Division: Led by a major general, a division typically consists of three brigades. The Pakistan Army has different types of divisions, such as infantry, armored, and mechanized divisions.
​Brigade: Commanded by a brigadier, a brigade is made up of three or more battalions of different types (e.g., infantry, artillery, engineers).
​Battalion: A battalion is commanded by a lieutenant colonel and is composed of several companies.
​Company: This unit is led by a major or a captain and consists of multiple platoons.
​Platoon: A platoon is commanded by a lieutenant or a junior commissioned officer.
​Section: The smallest operational unit.
​Ranks
​The ranks within the Pakistan Army are divided into three main categories:
​Commissioned Officers: These are the officers who hold a commission and are responsible for leadership. Ranks include Second Lieutenant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, Brigadier, Major General, Lieutenant General, and General.
​Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs): These are a distinct class of officers who rise from the enlisted ranks. Ranks include Naib Subedar, Subedar, and Subedar Major.
​Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) and Enlisted Personnel: This is the bulk of the army's manpower. Ranks start from Sepoy and progress to Lance Naik, Naik, and Havildar.
​For a visual breakdown of the Pakistan Army's organization, ranks, and geographical distribution, watch this video: Pakistan Army - Organization & Structure.

12/05/2025

The honourable Chairman POF Board, Lt. General Tahir Majeed Saheb, addressed us (POF Officers, Staff and RE's) on PA system the day before yesterday whereby he praised the efforts and dedication of us towards our duties/works. He apprised us of the escalation of tensions/conflicts between Pakistan and India because of Indian negative propaganda against Pakistan. He encouraged us to do more to meet new challenges.

20/03/2025

Assalam-u-Alaikum and Good Morning! It is 19th Ramazan, 1446 AH (20th March, 2025 AD) today here in Islmic Republic of Pakistan.

05/02/2025

I am thankful to Allah Almighty for the blessings that have been bestowed upon me in various forms.

میں اللہ رب العزت کا شکر گزار ہوں ان نعمتوں پر جو مجھے مختلف شکلوں میں عطا کی گئی ہیں۔

30/10/2024

جنات کے مظالم اور
مسائل سے ہم میں سے بہت سے واقف ہیں۔ مگر ان سے بچنے کے طریقے کچھ کچھ ہی جانتے ہیں۔ سائنسی، تکنیکی، معاشی، معاشرتی، دینی اور سیاسی لحاظ سے غیر ترقی یافتہ یا ترقی پذیر افراد و گروہ افراد ان ہی جیسے جنات کی سوچوں پر مبنی رویے اختیار کرلیتے ہیں۔ ایسے میں مختلف مکاتب فکر سے تعلق رکھنے والے افراد و گروہ افراد مظالم و مسائل میں مزید اِضافہ کرتے ہیں۔ مسالک، مذاھب، متیں، فرقے وغیرہ کے افراد و گروہ افراد مختلف تشریح و نظریات پیش کرکے پیچیدگیوں کو مزید بڑھاتے ہیں۔ جب مفادات کے لیے جنگ چل رہی ہو تو ایسی پیچیدگیاں مزید بڑھ جاتی ہیں۔ فرشتے تو اطاعت کے علاوہ کچھ نہیں کرتے۔ ہم انسان اطاعت بھی کرتے ہیں اور بغاوت بھی۔ اس طرح انعام بھی لیتے ہیں اور سزائیں بھی پاتے ہیں۔ حقیقت میں ہم بغاوت نہیں کرتے بلکہ شیاطین بغاوت کرواتے ہیں اور سزائیں ہم پاتے ہیں۔ ہمیں چاہئیں کہ ہم زیادہ سے زیادہ سمجھنے کی کوشش کریں اور روحانی، مذہبی، دینی، اسلامی، سیاسی، سائنسی و دیگر رہنماؤں سے مستفید ہونے اور فیضیاب ہونے کی کوشش کریں۔ قرآن پڑھیں اور احکامات سمجھیں۔
Many of us are aware of the cruelties and problems of the giants and ghosts. But few know how to avoid them. Scientifically, technologically, economically, socially, religiously and politically, undeveloped or developing individuals and groups adopt behaviours based on the thoughts of giants like them. In such a situation, individuals and groups belonging to different schools of thought add more to atrocities and problems. Individuals and groups of Masalik, religions, sects, etc. add to the complexity by offering different interpretations and ideas. Such complications are further compounded when there is a battle for interests. Angels do nothing but obey. We humans both obey and rebel. In this way, they get rewards and get punishments as well. In reality, we do not rebel, but the devils make us rebel and we receive punishments. We should try to understand as much as possible and try to benefit ourselves and benefit others from spiritual, religious, social, Islamic, political, scientific and other leaders. Read the Quran and understand the commands.

22/10/2024

Today a group of 90 officers from POF visited DHAI-R River View North on the invitation of DHA. We were briefed about it. Balloting of residential plots was presented on screens. The progress of development works at DHAI-R RVN was witnessed and found satisfactory.

آج POF کے 90 افسران کے ایک گروپ نے DHA کی دعوت پر DHAI-R ریور ویو نارتھ کا دورہ کیا۔ ہمیں اس کے بارے میں بریف کیا گیا۔ رہائشی پلاٹوں کی قرعہ اندازی سکرینوں پر پیش کی گئی۔ DHAI-R RVN میں ترقیاتی کاموں کی پیشرفت دیکھی گئی اور اسے تسلی بخش پایا گیا۔

15/07/2024

Pakistan Ordnance Factories have evolved into a Huge Civil Military Complex over the last many decades since their inception in 1951 at Wah Cantt. POF inherited rules from British Royal Ordnance Factories, established in Pre-Partition British India, which are still in vogue with some necessary amendments introduced from time to time.

پاکستان آرڈننس فیکٹریاں 1951 میں واہ کینٹ میں اپنے قیام کے بعد سے پچھلی کئی دہائیوں میں ایک بہت بڑے سول ملٹری کمپلیکس میں تبدیل ہو چکی ہیں۔ پی او ایف کو برٹش رائل آرڈننس فیکٹریز سے وراثت میں قواعد و ضوابط ملے، جو قبل از تقسیم برٹش انڈیا میں قائم کیے گئے تھے، جو وقتاً فوقتاً متعارف کرائی جانے والی کچھ ضروری ترامیم کے ساتھ اب بھی رائج ہیں۔

07/06/2024

Sulfuric acid is produced industrially through the reaction of sulfur and oxygen, which creates sulfur dioxide that is then further reacted with oxygen and water to create sulfuric acid ¹. The cost of a state-of-the-art sulfuric acid plant with a capacity of 200 metric tons per day can vary based on various factors, but a plant with a capacity of 35 MTPD was estimated to cost around $7.6 million in 2013 ¹. Other factors like location, size, and technology used can affect the overall cost of the plant.

06/06/2024

Ammonium nitrate is produced on industrial scales through the reaction of ammonia and nitric acid ¹:
- Ammonia and nitric acid are reacted in a neutralizer to form ammonium nitrate solution
- The solution is then evaporated to form a concentrated solution
- The concentrated solution is then prilled or granulated to form the final product

As for the cost, it is estimated at $98 per metric ton of fertilizer-grade ammonium nitrate produced ². So, for a plant with a capacity of 200 metric tons per day, the cost would be $19,600 per day. However, this cost does not include installation and commissioning costs, which can vary widely depending on the location, size, and technology used. A rough estimate for the total cost of a 200 metric tons per day ammonium nitrate plant would be in the range of $50 million to $100 million.

Address

HSE Directorate, C-O4, POF, Wah Cantt.
Wah
47040

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+923455261798

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