Yernar Zhanadil has been appointed as the Director General of the Public Company "Qazaq Green Power PLC" by the decision of “Samruk-Energy” JSC Board of Directors.

Kairat Maxutov, the Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC, introduced the new director to the company's staff.

Zhanadil Yernar Beysenuly was born on December 15, 1984.

He studied at the University of Manchester (UK) at the Manchester Business School and holds international professional certificates from the Institute of Management Accountants (USA), International Project Management Association (Switzerland), and Association of Chartered Accountants (UK).

He has worked in several Kazakhstani and foreign companies, as well as held various positions within “Samruk-Kazyna” JSC. Prior to his current appointment, he served as the Managing Director for Development and Privatization at “Samruk-Kazyna” JSC.

Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Kazyna” Fund, Nurlan Zhakupov, conducted a visit to the enterprises within the Ekibastuz energy complex of “Samruk-Energy” JSC. Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC, provided a comprehensive update to the Fund's Head on the ongoing preparations for the upcoming autumn-winter heating season and the crucial investment projects underway in the country's energy sector.

The Ekibastuz energy complex comprises several entities under the power holding “Samruk-Energy” JSC, such as the renowned coal mines of “Bogatyr Komir” LLP and the power plants Ekibastuz SDPP-1 and SDPP-2. Kairat Maxutov assured that the repair work at these facilities is proceeding as planned, with the approval of the national dispatch center of the system operator “KEGOC” JSC. Furthermore, a systematic accumulation of coal in warehouses is well underway to meet the demands of the autumn season in 2023-2024.

The visit commenced at the “Bogatyr” coal mine of “Bogatyr Komir” LLP, Kazakhstan's largest open pit coal mining company. With a workforce of 6,550 employees, “Bogatyr Komir” LLP has an annual production capacity of 42 million tons of coal, 32 million of which are extracted from the “Bogatyr” open pit and 10 million from the “Severny” open pit. Impressively, at the end of 2022, “Bogatyr Komir” LLP accounted for approximately 40% (42.5 mln. tons) of Kazakhstan's total coal production. Their yearly thermal coal shipments cater to energy-producing organizations in both Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation.

During the visit to the Bogatyr open pit, Nurlan Zhakupov was briefed on the ongoing project to introduce a continuous and cyclic coal supply technology (CCT). This project, expected to be completed in August, will gradually reach its design capacity, thereby increasing fuel shipments to consumers.

The next point of visit was the power plant  "Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after Bulat Nurzhanov" LLP, a flagship entity in Kazakhstan's energy sector with an installed capacity of 4,000 MW and a disposable capacity of 3,500 MW. ESDPP-1 reached a remarkable milestone by generating 23 billion kWh of electricity by the end of 2022, marking a record achievement in its operational history. Notably, in the first six months of the current year, the station generated 11.2 billion kWh, surpassing the previous year's output by 3%.

During the visit, Nurlan Zhakupov inspected the block control panel of power unit No. 1 and gained insight into the progress of its restoration. Upon the unit's commissioning by the year's end, the plant's installed capacity will stand at 4,000 MW. The project's primary objective is to augment the plant's available capacity to meet the growing demand and reduce electricity shortages in Kazakhstan. The restoration of power unit No. 1 has also contributed to the creation of new jobs for 500-700 individuals during its implementation phase, with 54 individuals set to be employed during its operational period. Furthermore, the project ensures compliance with environmental standards through the installation of modern electrostatic precipitators. The timely completion of the "Restoration of power unit No. 1" project is firmly planned.

Currently, a significant overhaul of Power Unit No. 3 is underway, with long-term coal supply contracts already in place. Following a working trip that included visits to various energy facilities, the Chairman of the Board of  "Samruk-Kazyna" JSC concluded the journey by inspecting  "Ekibastuz SDPP-2 Station" JSC.

This power station boasts an installed electrical capacity of 1000 MW, producing approximately 6.0 billion kWh of electricity annually. Additionally, it supplies heat to the neighboring Solnechny village. Impressively, in the first six months of the current year, the station generated 3.0 billion kWh, marking a 5% increase compared to the same period last year.

The scheduled repair campaign for 2023 at the station is progressing as planned, with Power Unit No. 2 undergoing significant repairs from May 2 to July 26. Upon completion, the focus will shift to the current repairs of Power Unit No. 1. Adequate fuel reserves (coal and fuel oil) have been accumulated in the station's warehouses, ensuring timely delivery to support operations.

During the visit to SDPP-2, the Head of “Samruk-Kazyna” Fund also gained insights into the progress of projects related to the construction of power units No. 3 and No. 4 at the plant. Power unit No. 3 is anticipated to have a capacity of 636 MW, with a projected annual generation of 4.8 billion kWh. The commissioning of this power unit will substantially reduce the electricity shortage in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

“Samruk-Energy” JSC - the largest power holding company in Kazakhstan, established in 2007. Its main activities encompass the production of electricity and heat, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity, as well as thermal coal mining. Within the holding, there are various energy and coal enterprises, including “Ekibastuz SDPP-1” LLP, “Ekibastuz SDPP-2 Plant” JSC, “Bogatyr Komir” LLP, “Almaty Power Plants” JSC, “Moynak HPP” JSC, “Shardarinsk HPP” JSC, and others. All of the company's shares, amounting to 100%, are owned by “Samruk-Kazyna” SWF JSC.

By the decision of "Qazaq Green Power PLC" an open joint-stock company Board of Directors, Dolkin Islamov has been appointed as the Director General of "Samruk-Green Energy" LLP. The Chairman of the Board of Directors of "Samruk-Green Energy" LLP, Aidar Ryskulov, who also serves as the Managing Director of Economics and Finance at "Samruk-Energy" JSC, introduced the company's new head to the team.

Islamov Dolkin Usmanovich was born on July 11, 1966, in the Zhetysu region of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

 He holds a higher education degree in economics and engineering.

With a total work experience of 32 years, including over 14 years in the energy sector, he has been working with "Samruk-Energy" JSC group of companies since 2009. During this time, he served as the head of the technical audit department at "Alatau Zharyk Company" JSC and acted as an advisor to the Chairman of the Board of the company.

The companies operating within the Ekibastuz energy complex of "Samruk-Energy" JSC, namely Ekibastuz SDPP-1 and SDPP-2, as well as "Bogatyr Komir" LLP, are currently engaged in planned activities to prepare for the upcoming autumn-winter heating season and are actively implementing crucial investment projects in the energy sector of the country. During a business trip, Kairat Maxutov, the Chairman of the Board of "Samruk-Energy" JSC, visited the production sites of these facilities.

The visit commenced at the "Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after Bulat Nurzhanov" LLP power plant, which stands as a flagship of the Kazakh energy sector with an installed capacity of 4,000 MW and a disposable capacity of 3,500 MW. Upon the completion of power unit No. 1 by the end of this year, the plant's available capacity will reach 4,000 MW. ESDPP-1 achieved a record-breaking electricity generation volume of 23 billion kWh by the end of 2022, marking the highest figure in the station's history. For the first half of this year, the station has generated 11.2 billion kWh, representing a 3% increase compared to the same period last year.

In preparation for the 2023-2024 heating season, ESDPP-1 has developed and approved a schedule for the repair of its main equipment. The repair campaign aims to address all power units, with power unit No. 3 currently undergoing major overhaul. Long-term coal supply contracts have been signed, and repair works are progressing as planned, in coordination with the national dispatch center of the system operator, “KEGOC” JSC. Adequate coal reserves are being systematically accumulated for the upcoming autumn and winter period of 2023-2024.

Kairat Maxutov emphasized the importance of the station's readiness for the 2023-2024 autumn-winter season, including the successful implementation of the repair campaign and the timely accumulation of coal reserves. He also set the task of ensuring the timely completion of the "Restoration of power unit No. 1" project.

Next, the visit proceeded to the power plant of "Ekibastuz SDPP-2" JSC. With an installed electrical capacity of 1000 MW, the station annually generates approximately 6.0 billion kWh of electricity and provides heat to the Solnechny village. During the first half of this year, the station generated 3.0 billion kWh, marking a 5% increase compared to the same period last year.

Kairat Maxutov familiarized himself with the progress of the repair campaign for 2023. From May 2 to July 26, power unit No. 2 is undergoing overhaul, and upon its completion, power unit No. 1 is scheduled for current repair. Adequate fuel reserves, including coal and fuel oil, have been accumulated in the station's warehouses, and timely deliveries are being made. Contracts for fuel supply in the current year have been secured. Additionally, the power plant's management provided an update on the progress of projects for the construction of power units No. 3 and No. 4.

Lastly, the Chairman of the Board visited the Bogatyr open pit mine, where he was briefed on the progress of the project for the implementation of continuous and cyclic methods of coal supply. "Bogatyr Komir" annually supplies approximately 42 million tons of thermal coal to energy-producing organizations in Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation. The completion of the Continuous and Cyclic Method project is expected to enhance coal shipments to consumers, with the facility's commissioning planned for August of this year.

“Samruk-Energy” JSC is the largest power holding company in Kazakhstan, 100% owned by “Samruk-Kazyna” SWF” JSC. It was established in 2007. Key  business lines are  electricity and heat production; transmission, distribution and sale of electricity, power coal mining. The Company was established in 2007, “Samruk-Kazyna” SWF” JSC holds 100% of shares.  The holding company comprises energy and coal enterprises, including “Ekibastuz SDPP-1” LLP, “Ekibastuz SDPP-2 Plant” JSC, “Bogatyr Komir” LLP, “Almaty Power Plants” JSC, “Moynak HPP” JSC, “Shardarinsk HPP” JSC, etc.

Asan Naurzgaliyev has been appointed as the Director General of “Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after Bulat Nurzhanov” LLP by the decision of “Samruk-Energy” JSC Board of Directors. The new CEO was introduced to the station's team by Kairat Maksutov, Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC.

Naurzgaliyev Asan Akimgaliyevich was born on April 30, 1978.

He graduated from Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications in 2000 with a degree in "Thermal Power Engineering, Thermal Power Plants." He began his career in 2000 as a steam turbine operator at “Kazakhmys SDPP” LLP and was later promoted to senior turbine operator in 2003. In 2004, he served as the deputy head of technical engineering department. From March 2007, he held the position of a thermal engineer at “Ekibastuz SDPP-1, and in 2009, he became the deputy head of the development and reconstruction Group. Starting from 2010, he served as the chief of the department for the installation and repair of electrostatic precipitators. From 2011 to 2014, he held the position of head of maintenance planning department, and from 2015 to 2018, he was appointed as the head of capital repairs at “Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after Bolat Nurzhanov” LLP.

From 2019 to 2023, he worked at “ERG Capital Projects” LLP group of companies on management projects CHP of the Sokolov-Sarbai Mining Production Association (SSGPO) JSC - replacing steam boilers and turbines.

The Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC, Kairat Maxutov, conducted a business trip to visit the energy facilities in Almaty city to assess their readiness for the upcoming heating season. During the visit, the head of the electricity holding company inspected the preparations for the upcoming heating period and reviewed the progress of the investment projects in the energy sector of Almaty and the region.

The first site visited by Kairat Maksutov was the Central Dispatch Center of Alatau Zharyk Company (AZhC), which is one of the largest regional power companies in the southern part of the country, responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity to around 4 million people in the Almaty region. As per the approved maintenance schedule for this year, the company is carrying out works on over 2,000 kilometers of overhead and cable power lines. Planned maintenance is being conducted on 869 distribution and transformer substations, as well as over 600 power transformers located in the city and the region, all proceeding according to the established schedule.

The next stop on the business trip for the head of Samruk-Energy was Almaty Power Plants (APP) and several of its major power generation facilities.

 According to the experts at APP, they have developed and approved a maintenance schedule for their main equipment in preparation for the 2023-2024 heating season. The repair campaign includes the renovation of 70 units of main equipment, such as boilers, turbo and hydro units, comprising 12 major and 58 current repairs. Long-term contracts have been secured for the supply of coal and gas. The maintenance works are proceeding as planned and are approved by the national dispatch center of the system operator, "KEGOC" JSC.

Furthermore, particular attention was given by “Samruk-Energy” JSC CEO to the ongoing modernization of Almaty's CHPs. The primary objective of the CHP-2 gasification project is to reduce the station's harmful emissions into the city's atmosphere. The project has now reached the stage of practical implementation, with the signing of an EPC contract with the contractor, encompassing the entire range of activities from engineering and equipment supply to pre-commissioning and operation.

Astana traditionally hosts Ironman Kazakhstan competitions. This is one of the most spectacular triathlons in the world, attracting athletes and fans from all over the world.

Open water swimming, long distance cycling and marathon are the three disciplines that make up Ironman Kazakhstan.

The competition begins with swimming in the river for a distance of 3.8 kilometers.A 180-kilometer bike competition follows this. The 42.2 kilometer marathon race is the last and final component. The competitors must use all of their remaining strength during this phase, but it is here that they can surpass their physical limitations and cross the finish line.

Ironman Kazakhstan needs participants to be mentally tough and determined in addition to physically fit. For months leading up to the competition, athletes train, conquering every obstacle in their path, and achieving their objectives. To enhance their performance and break personal records, the majority of participants compete against themselves.

Traditionally, “Samruk-Energy” JSC athletes participated in these competitions as well:

Aidar Ryskulov, Managing Director for Economy and Finance;

Yerken Akenev, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board for Legal Affairs and Risk Management, “Ekibastuz SDPP-2 Station” JSC;

Rashid Eskhozhin, Director General of “First Wind Power Plant” LLP;

Yerlan Bakhtiyar, Chief expert of the Market Development and Sales Department;

 Dauren Myrzakhanov, Chief manager of RES and Distribution Department;

Athletes-power engineers competed in Ironman Kazakhstan with outstanding results. All three of them completed the tough distances of cycling, running, and swimming.

Yerlan Bakhtiyar's performance in the complete marathon:

          Swimming: 1 hour 28 minutes 40 seconds.

          Bicycle: 5 hours 49 minutes 13 seconds.

          Running: 5 hours 7 minutes 38 seconds.

"The race was excellent! I want to express my gratitude to everyone who worked on planning such a sporting event as Ironman; you made us extremely pleased! Also, a big thank you to everyone who helped us along the way; it was a huge assist in getting through such a challenging test as finishing the entire Ironman distance! Although I have always respected and admired the Ironmen, yesterday I truly grasped what it means to be one. I respect you even more now”- Yerlan expressed his feelings.

The Half Ironman, also known as the Ironman 70.3, is half of a full Ironman triathlon. This  triathlon comprises 1.9 km of swimming, 90 km of cycling and 21.1 km of running.

Aidar Ryskulov's results in the Ironman 70.3 half marathon:

Swimming: 50 minutes 16 seconds.

Bicycle: 2 hours 57 minutes 16 seconds.

Running: 2 hours 9 minutes 52 seconds

Dauren Myrzakhanov (Ironman 70.3 Half Marathon):

Swimming: 1 hour 0 minutes 11 seconds.

Bicycle: 3 hours 49 minutes 24 seconds.

Running: 2 hours 39 minutes 1 second.

The Ironman Relay is a competition format in which a team of athletes competes together in all three disciplines of the triathlon: swimming, cycling and running. In a relay race, each competitor completes only one of the disciplines, as opposed to individual participation, where one participant completes all three distances.

Rashid Eskhozhin and Yerken Akenev took part in the Ironman relay race in 6 hours 4 minutes 49 seconds.

In addition to being a sporting event, Ironman Kazakhstan is a celebration of an active lifestyle and a spirit of competitiveness. The spectators' fervent support for the competitors fosters an upbeat atmosphere and motivates everyone to perform their best. This occasion pulls people together by demonstrating to them that any challenge can be overcome with determination and adversity.

Mashirov Yerik Kanysbekovich has been appointed as the Chairman of the Management Board of “APP” JSC by the decision of “Samruk-Energy” JSC Management Board. 

On July 3, 2023, the new head of “APP” JSC was introduced to the team by Kairat Maxutov, the Chairman of “Samruk-Energy” JSC Management Board.

Yerik Mashirov has previously worked in the quasi-governmental sector.

From 2017 to 2018, he served as the Deputy Chairman of the Management Board responsible for procurement at “APP” JSC.

Samruk-Energy's internal Spartakiad, which served as the qualifying stage for the Superfinal VIII Spartakiad of Samruk-Kazyna was held from June 16 to June 18. “Samruk-Energy” JSC subsidiaries and affiliates employees participated in the competitions, striving for victory in various sports.

Olga Shishigina, a well-known track and field athlete from Kazakhstan and the country's Honored Master of Sports, served as the competition's main referee. Olga Vasilyevna is an Olympic champion from the 2000 Sydney Games and a world champion in the 100-meter hurdles. Her participation in the Olympics motivated the competitors and added excitement to the event.

The outcomes of several sporting competitions are as follows:

Football:

1st place – “Bogatyr Komir” LLP

2nd place - "SDPP-1" LLP

3rd place – “AZhC” JSC

Volleyball (men):

1st place – “AZhC” JSC

2nd place – “APP” JSC

3rd place - "SDPP-1" LLP

Volleyball (women):

1st place – “Bogatyr Komir” LLP

2nd place - "SDPP-2" JSC

3rd place - "SDPP-1" LLP

Basketball:

1st place – “APP” JSC

2nd place – “AZhC” JSC

3rd place - "SDPP-1" LLP

Asyk Atu:

1st place – “Bogatyr Komir” LLP

2nd place – “AZhC” JSC

3rd place - "SDPP-1" LLP

Kairat Maksutov was appointed as the Chairman of the Management Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC by the resolution of “Samruk-Kazyna” SWF” JSC Management Board.

The Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Kazyna” JSC, Nurlan Zhakupov, introduced the new CEO to the group.

Maxutov Kairat Berikovich has two higher educations – one in economics and the other in energy sector. He has worked in banking and the quasi-public sectors over the years.

 He served as Deputy Chairman of the Board of “Samruk-Energy” JSC from 2009 to 2018.

Since 2018, he has been leading holding companies in the energy industry up to the present time.