The Territorial Department of the Committee for Atomic and Energy Supervision and Control of Almaty Region has inspected the progress of repair works at Alatau Zharyq Company. 

As part of monitoring the execution of repair works for the preparation of the 2024-2025 heating season, officials from the Territorial Department of the Committee conducted a site visit to Alatau Zharyq Company, where major repairs were carried out. 

This year in Almaty Region, Alatau Zharyq Company has planned major repairs of 123 km of power transmission lines, 7 substations, 124 transformers, and 75 distribution points. The works are being conducted according to the schedule. 

Teams from Alatau Zharyq Company engaged in the repair works are fully equipped with vehicles, specialized equipment, and machinery. Personnel is provided with special clothing and personal protective equipment. The workforce consists of 234 individuals and 44 pieces of equipment. 

Source: Official website of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan 

At Almaty's largest thermal power plant, CHP-2 named after A. Zhakutov, the repair campaign is proceeding at full speed according to the approved schedule. This campaign includes a substantial amount of repair works on the plant’s turbine and boiler units, encompassing ongoing, interim, and major repairs. 

"So far, we have completed current repairs on three turbine units and three boiler units. The personnel of PRE 'EnergoRemont' have successfully repaired two boiler units, three turbine units, and five transformers. Specifically, on boiler unit No. 2, we conducted repairs that included replacing sections of the heating surfaces and plates on the reinforced concrete gas ducts", said Abzal Zhakypbayev, the chief engineer of the plant. 

Currently, repairs are underway on two boiler units and one turbine unit. By the end of the repair campaign, additional work is planned on three more boiler units and one turbine unit. These efforts aim to enhance the reliability of CHP-2's equipment and ensure the stable operation of the plant during the upcoming heating season. 

The transfer was initiated by  Akimat of Ekibastuz city. Samruk-Energy, through its subsidiary Energy Solution Center LLP, will oversee operations at the facility.

Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Board at “Samruk-Energy” JSC, conducted a meeting with the plant's management team, introducing Aidarbek Kystaubayev as the General Director of Energy Solution Center LLP along with key deputies responsible for production, finance, and supply.

Samruk-Energy's head highlighted Ekibastuz CHP's plans for this year, which include maintenance works on several power boilers and auxiliary equipment.

After the meeting, Kairat Maxutov provided specific directives to enhance preparations for the upcoming heating season and the scheduled maintenance activities.

Established in 1956, Ekibastuz CHP has an installed electric capacity of 12 MW and a thermal capacity of 750 Gcal/h. The CHP is responsible for fully providing heat to Ekibastuz city.

Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of Samruk-Energy, conducted a business trip to Ekibastuz city, overseeing key operations at Ekibastuz SDPP-1 and Bogatyr Komir.

During his visit, Maxutov inspected ongoing maintenance efforts and startup operations at Unit 1 of Ekibastuz SDPP-1. He also chaired a strategic meeting at Bogatyr Komir, focusing on the cyclic-flow technology project, maintenance initiatives, and coal production and shipment schedules.

The visit concluded with specific directives aimed at preparing for the upcoming autumn-winter season and ensuring timely project implementation.

During the state visit of the President of the Republic of Korea to Kazakhstan, “Samruk-Energy” JSC signed a memorandum of understanding with Doosan Enerbility and KEPCO Plant Service and Engineering at the Kazakh-Korean business forum.

The memorandum outlines the parties' intentions to collaborate on projects aimed at cleaning flue gases at Ekibastuz SDPP-1, Ekibastuz SDPP-2, and Almaty Power Plants.

Doosan Enerbility, a South Korean company, specializes in the construction of nuclear power plants, and the production of thermal power plants, turbines, generators, and desalination plants.

KEPCO Plant Service and Engineering, a subsidiary of KEPCO, offers comprehensive solutions for energy enterprises, including diagnostics and performance improvement, as well as the operation and maintenance of power plants.

Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Fund's Management Board, met with Sergey Dregval, CEO of PJSC Inter RAO.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the timelines for the construction projects of three combined heat and power plants (CHPs) in Kazakhstan, located in Kokshetau, Semey, and Ust-Kamenogorsk. They also explored ways to expedite the completion of these facilities.

These projects are being implemented under an intergovernmental agreement between the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation, which was signed on April 17, 2024.

PJSC Inter RAO is an energy company managing assets in Russia as well as in Europe and CIS countries. Its activities include the production and sale of electricity and heat, international energy trading, engineering, and the design and construction of energy facilities.

The 64th meeting of the Commonwealth of Independent States Electric Power Council (CIS EPC) took place in St. Petersburg, aligned with the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

The CIS EPC primarily focuses on establishing a unified legal framework for electric power among CIS member states, aiming to enhance and develop regulatory standards.

The objective of the CIS EPC is to promote collaborative and coordinated efforts among CIS member states in the electric power sector. This collaboration is crucial to ensuring a stable and reliable power supply for both the economies and populations of the member states, facilitated by the effective integration of their electric power systems.

Key attendees included Kazakhstan's Minister of Energy Satkaliyev A.M., Russia's Minister of Energy Tsivilev S.E., various Ministers and Deputy Ministers from CIS countries, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC Samruk-Energy Maxutov K.B., Chairman of the CIS EPC Executive Committee Kupchikov T.V., CIS Deputy Secretary General Trefilov D.A., and representatives from Inter RAO, Rosatom, RusHydro, among others.

The meeting addressed the election of the President of the CIS Electric Power Council and featured thematic reports on several critical and relevant topics, including:

- Modern trends in power industry and the benefits of integration, highlighting industrial potential.

- Current developments in energy supply for large cities and urban agglomerations.

- The potential of nuclear energy in meeting climate commitments of countries and companies, and the advancement of production chains.

- Research on the absorption capacity of hydroelectric power station reservoirs, and the implementation of the STO organization standard "System for assessing the compliance of operated hydropower facilities with sustainable development criteria" across CIS countries.

- Identification, assessment, and adaptation measures for climate risks.

At the conclusion of the meeting, participants endorsed the decision to convene the next 65th meeting of the CIS EPC in December 2024.

Employees of "APP" JSC successfully completed the marathon and secured top positions at the Charity Samruk Marathon 2024. Deputy Chairman of the Management Board and Chief Engineer of “APP” JSC Gaziy Ismukhambetov, secured 1st place in the 10 km race for the 50+ age category.

Bekzat Kalelov, an electrician from CHP-1 of “APP” JSC also performed remarkably finishing 2nd in the 10 km race for the 18-29 age category.

The marathon saw the participation of around 1,200 runners, with the majority being employees from “Samruk-Kazyna” JSC Group of Companies.

The charity marathon organized by Samruk-Kazyna group of companies took place in Astana's Triathlon Park.

The Charity Samruk Marathon 2024 saw participation from around 1,200 runners, with the majority being employees from the Fund's portfolio companies.

All proceeds from the event will support social projects, including the creation of inclusive classrooms in schools and kindergartens in Astana.

The strategic session on occupational safety culture was inaugurated by the Managing Director for Corporate Governance, Social and Labor Relations, and Occupational Safety at Samruk-Kazyna, Gibrat Auganov. In his opening speech, he highlighted that the event aims to draw special attention to workplace safety issues and increase the responsibility of executives.

"We must achieve the highest quality improvements in occupational safety. I hope this strategic session will be beneficial for the participants, and through our joint efforts, we can reduce workplace accidents to zero", said Gibrat Auganov.

Samruk-Energy’s Chairman of the Board, Kairat Maxutov, welcomed the participants of the strategic session, emphasizing that workplace safety is paramount and it is important to adhere to the principles of Vision Zero.

"Our primary task is to make occupational safety the number one priority and become leaders in achieving it. During the session, we will work on creating our common vision of a safety culture. We must have a clear idea of how we want to see our company in terms of occupational safety in the coming years", stressed Kairat Maxutov.

The strategic session will last for two days. During the event, participants will learn about best global practices in ensuring occupational safety, discuss issues related to building an effective safety culture, and involve management and employees in the process of change.