Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, met with Sylvain Guiaugué, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of France to the Republic of Kazakhstan. Representatives of the French Development Agency (AFD) and the Embassy of France in Kazakhstan also attended the meeting.
The meeting focused on opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with particular emphasis on hydropower, renewable energy and energy storage technologies. Priority areas included cooperation with the French companies EDF, Carpi Tech, Hydroplus, Voltalia and TotalEnergies, as well as potential participation by the French Development Agency in financing future projects.
The parties also reviewed progress on the jointly implemented 1 GW Mirny wind farm project inZhambyl region with TotalEnergies. At the conclusion of the meeting, they agreed to strengthen their partnership and continue cooperation in the agreed priority areas.
The French Development Agency (AFD) is France's public development finance institution. It implements the country's international development policy and finances projects in sustainable energy, infrastructure and climate action in more than 150 countries worldwide.
During an official trip to Pavlodar region, First Deputy Prime Minister Nurlybek Nalibayev visited a number of major industrial and energy enterprises in Ekibastuz city.
In line with the instructions of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and under the close oversight of the Government, work is underway across the region to attract investment into major industrial enterprises, develop social infrastructure, and modernize municipal and utility infrastructure.
In particular, Nurlybek Nalibayev reviewed the operations of Bogatyr Komir LLP, the country's largest coal mining company. The company accounts for approximately 38% of Kazakhstan's total coal production. The combined annual production capacity of the Bogatyr and Severny open-pit mines is 42 million tons. The company employs more than 6,500 people, while the average monthly salary exceeds KZT 750,000. A comprehensive development plan through 2032 is envisaged, with total investment of KZT 360 billion.
The First Deputy Prime Minister also reviewed the operations of the Ekibastuz CHP Plant, which is being modernized by Energy Solutions Center LLP, and the progress of an investment project aimed at increasing generating capacity under the 70/30 Program. Nurlybek Nalibayev stressed the importance of completing all planned activities on schedule, upgrading equipment, and further improving the district heating system.
During the visit, the First Deputy Prime Minister also reviewed the operations of a company within the Railways Systems KZ Group. The company supplies the domestic market and exports its products to CIS and Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states.
The First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the need to increase local content and expand the production of higher value-added products.
During the visit, the relevant ministries, Samruk-Kazyna JSC, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy National Company JSC, development institutions and other relevant organizations were instructed to approve a long-term railway rolling stock production and supply plan through 2035, conclude long-term contracts with domestic manufacturers, and develop financing mechanisms for the acquisition of rolling stock and the construction of housing for the company's employees.
The First Deputy Prime Minister also reviewed ferroalloy production projects being implemented by Mineral Product International LLP, Kazferro Limited and EkibastuzFerroAlloys LLP. It was noted that these projects will significantly increase output in the metallurgical industry, create new jobs, and strengthen the country's export potential.
The visit also included a review of a project for the construction of new ferroalloy production facilities with a total investment exceeding KZT 330 billion. Once the facilities reach their design capacity, they will produce approximately 460,000 tons of ferroalloys annually. The projects are expected to create around 2,000 new jobs, with output destined for both the domestic market and export markets.
The First Deputy Prime Minister visited Ekibastuz SDPP-2 and reviewed projects demonstrating the region's energy potential. Nurlybek Nalibayev emphasized that ensuring energy security is one of the priorities of state policy. He instructed the relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely implementation of all projects, complete construction of the new energy facilities within the established timeframe, and commission the new generating capacity on schedule.
Samruk-Energy JSC has begun construction of one of Central Asia's largest wind farms, with a total installed capacity of 1 GW, in Zhambyl region. The project is being developed in partnership with Masdar, a global leader in renewable energy.
A capsule-laying ceremony marking the start of the future energy facility was held today. The ceremony was attended via videoconference by Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna JSC; Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Sungat Yessimkhanov, Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Yerbol Karashukeyev, Mayor of Zhambyl region; and Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar.
At the project site, Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, together with a representative of Masdar, officially launched construction. In his welcome address, Kairat Maxutov said the project would make a significant contribution to strengthening the resilience of Kazakhstan's power system and achieving Kazakhstan's strategic green economy goals.
"The total investment in the project amounts to approximately USD 1.4 billion. More than 100 wind turbines will be installed across an area of 440 hectares. The wind farm will generate approximately 3.4 billion kWh of electricity each year, providing 880,000 households with clean electricity. This, in turn, will significantly reduce electricity shortages in the southern regions and ensure a reliable electricity supply for businesses and residents of the region", - said Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC.
The project will incorporate advanced technologies powered by artificial intelligence. Another key feature of the project is the integration of an electricity storage system, which will help offset the variability of wind generation and ensure stable power delivery to the grid.
The facility is scheduled to be commissioned in 2029.
An advanced video surveillance system powered by artificial intelligence has been deployed at Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after B. Nurzhanov. More than 200 intelligent cameras have been installed across the plant to monitor compliance with occupational health and safety requirements around the clock and promptly detect abnormal situations.
The system automatically detects violations, analyses video feeds in real time, and instantly sends notifications to responsible personnel, indicating the location, time and nature of the incident. The solution includes facial recognition, speed monitoring, event logging, video analytics and automatic personnel notification.
An additional layer of oversight is provided by smart helmets capable of livestreaming video from work sites. To support the reliable operation of the digital infrastructure, a Wi-Fi network has been deployed throughout the plant, while round-the-clock monitoring is carried out through a dedicated operations center.
A key feature of the project is the system's self-learning capability. Specialists continuously analyze the algorithms' performance, validate correct detections and eliminate false alerts. This enables the artificial intelligence system to continuously improve its accuracy and enhances the effectiveness of operational safety monitoring.
The deployment of these digital technologies marks another step by Ekibastuz SDPP-1 in advancing its industrial safety system and creating a safer working environment for its employees.
Samruk-Energy JSC held a training session for the Company's employees to raise awareness of the requirements of the Code of Conduct and recent amendments to the anti-corruption legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The training was organized by the Compliance Service of Samruk-Energy JSC as part of the Company's ongoing efforts to promote an anti-corruption culture and strengthen its corporate values.
During the session, participants were introduced to the key provisions of the Code of Conduct covering ethical behavior, the prevention of conflicts of interest, the prohibition of discrimination and harassment, respect for human rights, and the procedures for reporting potential violations.
Particular attention was given to the practical application of the Code of Conduct. Using examples from Kazakhstan's law enforcement practice, participants reviewed cases involving the offering and acceptance of unlawful material benefits, as well as the consequences of non-compliance with the anti-corruption legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The training forms part of Samruk-Energy JSC's ongoing efforts to foster a culture of integrity, strengthen the compliance function, and uphold high standards of corporate governance.
Samruk-Energy JSC continues preparations for the upcoming autumn-winter season. Launched in January 2026, the Group’s annual maintenance program is progressing in line with schedule.
This year, the program includes 111 overhauls of major equipment across the Group’s generating assets, comprising:
11 generating units;
14 turbine units;
51 boiler units;
33 hydro units; and
two sections of district heating pipelines.
The work covers key generating assets and is aimed at strengthening the reliability of electricity supply during periods of peak demand.
To date, around 45% of the scheduled maintenance activities have been completed. The remaining work is progressing as planned and is expected to be completed on schedule. Progress is being closely monitored to ensure timely completion.
Beyond major equipment overhauls, the campaign also extends to transmission and distribution assets. This year, maintenance activities cover 187.4 km of cable lines, 2,030 km of overhead transmission lines, 212 substations, 1,220 transformers and 1,000 distribution facilities.
The consistent implementation of the program will further enhance equipment reliability and ensure the readiness of the Group’s energy infrastructure for the autumn-winter season.
First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurlibek Nalibayev visited Akmola region as part of an official visit, where he and the mayor of the region Marat Akhmetzhanov reviewed the implementation of major investment and infrastructure projects.
Particular attention was given to the modernization of the energy infrastructure. In Stepnogorsk, the delegation visited a combined heat and power (CHP) plant, where preparations for the upcoming heating season are currently underway. Ongoing works are aimed at reducing the wear and tear of key equipment to 57%. The level of deterioration of heat networks has also been reduced to 59%.
The final stop of the official visit was the construction site of a new combined heat and power plant in Kokshetau, being implemented by Samruk-Energy JSC.
Summing up the visit, Nurlibek Nalibayev emphasized the importance of timely and high-quality implementation of all projects.
“The construction of the CHP plant is under the special control of the Head of State. Residents of the regional center have been waiting for this project for many years. In addition, the large-scale modernization of 124 railway stations is being carried out in the country for the first time, including 16 in Akmola region. It is necessary to ensure high pace of work and complete all projects within the established deadlines”, the First Deputy Prime Minister noted.
At the initiative of the Security Department of Samruk-Energy JSC, a meeting was held at APP site to address issues related to the anti-terrorism protection, physical security, and information security of energy infrastructure facilities.
The event brought together heads of security divisions from Samruk-Kazyna JSC, Samruk-Energy JSC, and its subsidiary organizations, information security specialists, as well as representatives of government agencies and industry associations.
During the meeting, participants discussed the implementation of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in anti-terrorism protection of critical infrastructure, compliance with corporate information security standards, and the development of unified approaches to protecting energy infrastructure from emerging threats, including risks associated with the use of unmanned aerial vehicles.
Particular attention was given to prospects for introducing unified cybersecurity approaches for industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA systems, and automated systems for commercial electricity metering (AMR) across the Group’s facilities.
In addition, Ekiibastuz SDPP-1 LLP presented standard designs for modern security posts and checkpoint facilities aimed at establishing unified corporate security standards across Samruk-Energy production assets.
As part of the event, held on the initiative of the KAZENERGY Association, participants were also introduced to advanced domestic solutions for the detection and countermeasures against unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). They learned about Kazakhstan-developed hardware and software complex already deployed in several government agencies of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
During an official visit to Almaty, Samruk-Energy CEO Kairat Maxutov inspected the construction site of a plant producing building blocks and dry construction mixes, with participation from Vulban Construction Materials Limited LLP.
The project is the first of its kind in Kazakhstan, with no comparable projects in the country.
The technology is designed to gradually convert accumulated ash and slag waste into industrial use, thereby reducing environmental pressure on surrounding areas.
The plant is expected to reach an annual production capacity of 200,000 cubic meters. Commissioning is scheduled for the end of 2026. The investor also plans to scale the project to Almaty CHP-3 and the Ekibastuz SDPPs, expanding ash and slag processing across additional facilities.
During the visit, the project team briefed Samruk-Energy management on current progress. Engineering infrastructure has been completed, and foundation works are underway.
The project is intended to serve as a model for scaling the technology at other power plants and demonstrates Samruk-Energy’s environmentally focused approach to industrial waste management.
The XI Spartakiad, a corporate multi-sport competition of Samruk-Energy Group of Companies, was held in Almaty, bringing together approximately 600 employees from the Company and its subsidiaries.
At the opening ceremony, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, Kairat Maxutov, delivered a welcoming address, emphasizing the importance of sport in strengthening team spirit and fostering a drive for high performance.
“Supporting an active and healthy lifestyle among employees is an important part of Samruk-Energy JSC’s social policy. We will continue to create conditions for the development of corporate culture and the promotion of sport within our teams”,- said Kairat Maxutov.
Honored guests of the opening ceremony included well-known Kazakhstani athletes, multiple Olympic medalists and World Championship winners.
The competition program featured 13 disciplines, including football, volleyball, basketball, swimming, esports, arm wrestling, table tennis, chess, athletics, as well as traditional national sports.
Following intense competition, in the overall team standings, first place was awarded to Alatau Zharyk Company JSC, second place went to Almaty Power Plants JSC, and Ekibastuz SDPP-1 LLP secured third place.
Qazaq Green Power PLC, a subsidiary of Samruk-Energy, in partnership with China Energy, continues the implementation of a 300 MW solar power plant project in the Sauran district of the Turkistan region. The project is now in full-scale construction, with foundation works underway and installation of the plant’s main equipment having commenced on site.
To date, office facilities, residential accommodation blocks, and warehouse facilities for the solar power plant have been completed.
Total investment in the project is expected to exceed USD 200 million. Once commissioned, the plant is projected to generate more than 600 million kWh of clean electricity annually. The project will increase the share of renewable energy in Kazakhstan’s power system and help address electricity shortages in the country’s southern regions.
The project incorporates advanced technologies, including an energy storage system designed to enhance generation stability and improve the efficiency of power delivery to the national grid.
In addition, the project will create new jobs, attract investment to the region, and support further infrastructure development.
The project is being implemented under the Agreement on Cooperation in Renewable Energy between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the People’s Republic of China. The solar power plant is scheduled to be commissioned in 2027.
