- The roundtable discussed engineering services development and integration of Kazakhstani companies into large projects.
- TCO highlighted engineering solutions for the Third Generation Plant, part of the Future Growth Project.
- Local companies like Ersai and KCOI produced 75 pipe racks and 10 instrument block boxes for the 3GP.
- Over 30 Kazakhstani companies contributed to the construction and commissioning of the facility.
Event Overview
On November 7, Atyrau hosted the second annual PetroEngineering Roundtable, gathering experts in design and engineering for Kazakhstan's oil and gas sector. Key topics included the development of engineering services, integration of local companies into large-scale projects, adoption of innovative technologies, and training of qualified personnel.
Engineering Solutions
TCO shared insights on executing world-class projects, focusing on engineering solutions for the Third Generation Plant (3GP), part of the Future Growth Project – Wellhead Pressure Management Project. The 3GP was constructed using pre-assembled modules, with local companies like Ersai and KCOI producing 75 large pipe racks and 10 remote instrument block boxes.
Local Involvement
More than 126 vessels were involved in marine operations, with 40 newly built or modified to meet project needs. The Kazmortransflot National Maritime Shipping Company managed module transportation across the Caspian Sea. Over 30 Kazakhstani companies participated in the construction and commissioning of the facility, enhancing local specialists' skills through training and hands-on involvement.
Strategic Directions
Kanat Katrenov, TCO's Project Management Consultant, emphasized the need for a holistic approach and collaboration among stakeholders in engineering development. The roundtable served as a platform for sharing expertise and discussing strategic directions, reaffirming that the sector's future lies in innovation, local company integration, and skilled professional cultivation.
