Technology and industrial growth

Platform for Companies That

Think Beyond Limits

ISTP connects enterprise and industry space, Special Technology Zone facilitation, local setup, and the Ignite Science and Technology Park ecosystem, enabling technology companies to scale.

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10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

Building Pakistan's Future as

Global Technology Hub

Shaping Global Innovation

Through Connectivity

Strengthen operating economics with a major cost advantage.

RS. 27 + tax

Industrial Electricity Tariff

Tax-free profits and exemptions that support long-term profitability

10 years

Long-term Fiscal Incentives

International business operations become easier to run across borders.

10 years

Long-term Forex Incentives

Qualified equipment and inputs can be brought in tax-efficiently.

10 years

100% Tax Exemption

Shaping Global Innovation

Through Connectivity

At ISTP, the value lies in connection. Between businesses that are building today and sectors that will define tomorrow.

Strengthen operating economics with a major cost advantage.

RS. 27 + tax

Industrial Electricity Tariff

Tax-free profits and exemptions that support long-term profitability

10 years

Long-term Fiscal Incentives

International business operations become easier to run across borders.

10 years

Long-term Forex Incentives

Qualified equipment and inputs can be brought in tax-efficiently.

10 years

100% Tax Exemption

OUR PURPOSE

Making Technology Expansion Seamless

Market entry requires more than space. ISTP provides an integrated platform with regulatory support, local expertise, and access to talent for enterprise operations, R&D, assembly, localization, and technology-led manufacturing.

Subsidised Electricity Rates

Ready Infrastructure

Export Ready Positioning

Faster Setup Support

Regional Market Access

Beyond Conventional Setup

The Strategic Advantage of

Choosing ISTP

Beyond space, ISTP provides the infrastructure, incentives, and ecosystem to help businesses establish and scale.

Government-backed incentives and fiscal benefits that support long-term business growth.

Subsidized electricity, modern infrastructure, and shared services that reduce operating costs.

Streamlined licensing, coordinated onboarding, and business facilitation for faster market entry.

To become a trusted destination for companies and institutions building technology capacity in Pakistan—creating skilled employment, exports, research, technology transfer, local capability and long-term international partnerships.

What makes ISTP

different

Operating platform,not a conventionalproperty

Operating platform, not a conventional property:The conversation begins with the business model, activity, and technical requirements, not just square footage.

STZ pathwaywith clear roleboundaries

STZ pathway with clear role boundaries:ISTP facilitates while STZA and competent authorities license, regulate, and approve eligible business operations.

Work andlifestyle in onedestination

Work and lifestyle in one destination:The Ignite Science and Technology Park ecosystem supports executive mobility, employee convenience & project continuity.

Multipleroutes togrowth

Multiple routes to growth:Technology services, R&D, skills, investment, and high-technology production are supported within one integrated location.

Commerciallyfocusedecosystem

Commercially focused ecosystem:Partnerships deliver measurable outcomes across talent, research, market access, investment & technology commercialization.

Who ISTP is designed for

At ISTP, we are dedicated to serving as Pakistan's premier hub for global enterprises, innovative startups, and visionary investors.

SMEs and technology companies

Global companies, startups and scaling businesses establishing a Pakistan entity, delivery centers, R&D function or long-term operating base with access to flexible space, talent and business support.

Industrial and manufacturing companies

Companies planning technology-led industrial operations, assembly facilities, production units and high-technology localization across sectors such as electronics, electric mobility, energy systems, etc.

Research and innovation organizations

Corporate R&D teams, universities, research institutes, skill development institutes, and product-development programmes focused on applied innovation and commercialization.

Export-oriented businesses

Technology and industrial companies serving international markets through software, engineering, manufactured products, technical services and specialized solutions.

SMEs and technology companies

Industrial and manufacturing companies

Research and innovation organizations

Corporate R&D teams, universities, research institutes, skill development institutes, and product-development programmes focused on applied innovation and commercialization.

Export-oriented businesses

Technology and industrial companies serving international markets through software, engineering, manufactured products, technical services and specialized solutions.

Pakistan's fast growing innovation

Technology zone

ISTP combines large-scale infrastructure with fiscal and operational perks, giving firms a platform to cut setup barriers, run efficiently, and scale with confidence.

Technology exports: Support businesses generating global revenue through technology services and products.

Technology transfer: Support structured transfer of knowledge, processes and product capability.

Local Industry Growth: Build responsible local capability where the commercial and technical model is viable.

Foreign and local investment: Create a credible platform for long-term technology investment and partnerships.

This integrated approach allows companies to focus on growth while ISTP handles the operational complexity.

Ready to grow under STZ

Let's turn your expansion plans into reality

ISTP is a licensed Co-Zone Developer under STZA which is responsible for commercial leasing, contracting with prospective Zone Enterprises, and manage the operations of the Special Technology Zone.

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OurBenefits

0% profit and gains tax

Exemption from income tax on all business profits and gains, subject to the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% minimum and corporate tax

Exemption from minimum tax on turnover and Alternate Corporate Tax, under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% custom duties tax

Exemption on customs, sales, income tax and withholding tax for approved capital goods imports.

0% tax on venture capital returns

Exemption for venture capital investors on dividends and long-term gains from STZ-licensed entities.

Special foreign currency accounts

Licensed Zone Enterprises can maintain Special Foreign Currency Accounts for cross-border receipts and payments.

Full foreign currency retention

Foreign earnings can be retained in foreign currency without mandatory PKR conversion, except for local expenses.

Direct international payments

Foreign-currency funds can be used for overseas payments without SBP approval, subject to banking requirements.

Repatriation of profits

International companies can repatriate eligible profits and dividends securely through authorized banking channels.

OurBenefits

0% profit and gains tax

Exemption from income tax on all business profits and gains, subject to the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% minimum and corporate tax

0% custom duties tax

0% tax on venture capital returns

Ready to grow under STZ

Let's turn your expansion plans into reality

ISTP is a licensed Co-Zone Developer under STZA which is responsible for commercial leasing, contracting with prospective Zone Enterprises, and manage the operations of the Special Technology Zone.

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We served multitudes of

global industries

ISTP is aligned with sectors that are expected to shape long term economic growth, innovation, and enterprise value.

AI & machine learning

Applied AI, intelligent products, automation and enterprise solutions.

Cloud computing

Cloud platforms, managed infrastructure and enterprise applications.

Big data analytics

Data engineering, advanced analytics and business intelligence.

Advanced manufacturing

Robotics, industrial automation, precision engineering and smart production.

Electrical cluster

Electrical systems, power electronics and energy solutions.

FinTech

Digital payments, banking technology, financial platforms and compliance.

Telecom & IoT

Network technologies, connected devices and smart systems.

AgriTech & biotechnology

Technology for agriculture, healthcare and life sciences.

Converging technologies

Integrated digital, physical and biological technologies.

Cybersecurity

Security engineering, SOC operations and digital protection.

Blockchain

Distributed ledgers, smart contracts and enterprise applications.

Renewable energy

Solar, energy storage and clean-energy technologies.

Strategically located

in Islamabad

ISTP is located in Islamabad's expanding western business corridor, connected to GT Road (N-5), M-1/M-2 motorway network, and Iran Avenue offering access for employees, suppliers, visitors, and intercity operations. Its proximity to Islamabad International Airport enhances connectivity.