"Samruk-Energy" JSC saw a 14% increase in electricity production in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period last year.  

The total electricity production for the first six months of this year amounted to 20,457,793 MWh. This increase was driven by higher production from Ekibastuz SDPP-1, APP, Moynak, Shardara, Ust-Kamenogorsk, and Shulbinsk hydropower plants, as well as from Energia Semirechya and Samruk-Green Energy. 

There was also an increase in the volume of electricity sales by the supply company and electricity transmission by the grid company. These volumes reached 4,044,308 MWh and 4,527,761 MWh, respectively, reflecting an 11% and 3% increase compared to the same period last year. This is attributed to a higher influx of new consumers into the energy supply organization since April 1, as well as increased electricity consumption in the region. 

Heat energy supply in the first half of 2024 amounted to 3,285.6 thousand Gcal against a plan of 3,214.7 thousand Gcal, achieving 102% of the plan. 

A delegation from Samruk-Energy, led by Kairat Maxutov, visited the construction site in the Sairam district of Turkestan Region, where a 1000 MW power plant using combined cycle gas turbine technology is being built. 

Askar Kusainov, the head of  "CCGT Turkestan" LLP presented a report on the work completed and the plans for 2024. Currently, construction is on schedule, with around 300 workers mobilized on-site. In 2025, the workforce is expected to increase to 2500.  

The power plant, scheduled to be commissioned in the third quarter of 2026, will cover peak loads and compensate for the shortage of flexible power sources in the region. 

At the office of  "CCGT Turkestan" LLP Kairat Maxutov held a meeting with the company's management and a separate meeting with representatives of the contracting organizations working on the main site, as well as those involved in the pipeline tie-in and the construction of power lines and water supply facilities.  

Following the trip, Chairman Kairat Maxutov issued specific instructions and emphasized the importance of this project for Kazakhstan's energy system. 

Quality and timelines are under Samruk-Energy's control. Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Board of  "Samruk-Energy" JSC  visited the production departments of APP.  

During the trip, the head of power holding company reviewed the progress of work at CHP-3 and CHP-2 named after A. Zhakutov.  

At CHP-3, special attention was given to the implementation of the station reconstruction project. A meeting was held with representatives of the EPC contractor and APP, during which reports on the project's progress were presented. The discussion highlighted the necessity of timely completion of design and estimate documentation and commencement of construction. 

At CHP-2, Kairat Maxutov inspected the construction site, reviewed the completed work, and listened to reports from representatives of the EPC contractor, the design institute, the customer's engineer, and APP.  

The results of previously issued directives were also analyzed, and the volumes of completed work were assessed. Special attention was paid to adhering to the schedules and ensuring the quality of the ongoing work. 

At the energy facilities of "Samruk-Energy" JSC, the repair campaign for the autumn-winter period is in full swing. 

To ensure stable and uninterrupted energy and heat supply, Samruk-Energy group has planned 116 repairs on 104 pieces of equipment. 

To date, almost 50% of the planned repairs have been completed. 

Repaired units include power units No. 2, 5, 7, 8 at Ekibastuz SDPP-1, turbine No. 1 at Ekibastuz TPP, boilers No. 9, 10, 13, turbine No. 8, 5 hot water boilers at Almaty CHP-1, boilers No. 2, 4, 8, turbines No. 1, 3, 4, 6 at Almaty CHP-2, boilers No. 1, 2, 3, turbines No. 2, 3 at Almaty CHP-3, and others. 

More than 20 units of equipment are currently under repair, including power unit No. 6 at Ekibastuz SDPP-1, power unit No. 1 at Ekibastuz SDPP-2, 5 boilers at Ekibastuz TPP, 4 of which are undergoing major repairs. 

The repair campaign is proceeding according to the approved schedule. 

The implementation of the thermal power plant (TPP) construction project in Kokshetau was the focus of a meeting between Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Board of "Samruk-Energy" JSC and Marat Akhmetzhanov,  Mayor of the Akmola region. Maksutov provided an update on the commencement of project activities and outlined future plans for the project's execution. 

Following the directive from the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan,  "Samruk-Energy"  JSC has initiated the process of updating the feasibility study for the TPP construction and has established  "Kokshetau TPP" LLP.  The contract for the development of design and estimate documentation with  "INTER RAO – Export" LLC is currently under review. 

The meeting also addressed issues related to the development of external infrastructure, including land allocation, the construction of railway tracks and access roads, connections to power grids, wastewater disposal, and water supply. 

Region’s mayor Marat Akhmetzhanov emphasized that providing heating to the regional center is a strategically important issue. 

It is noteworthy that in April of this year, an agreement on cooperation for the construction of TPP projects in Kokshetau, Semey, and Ust-Kamenogorsk was signed between the Governments of Kazakhstan and Russia. The designated organizations are  "Samruk-Energy"  JSC and  "Inter RAO – Export" LLC.  

Dual training course for young turbine and boiler operators was completed at Almaty Power Plants (APP).  

This year, 22 power engineer- students completed their training at CHP-1 named after B. Orazbayev. 

The company places great emphasis on the professional training of future specialists and conducts two training courses for operators-inspectors on turbine and boiler equipment. Each course consists of 160 hours. 

Dual training means that students acquire practical knowledge in real production settings while simultaneously receiving theoretical education at their university. 

Notably, there were many young women among power engineer students. 

"When we arrived at the station, we were asked, 'Do you really have girls here?'" shared Janel Mukhitdinova, a third-year student majoring in "Energy Audit and Energy Management," with a smile. 

Nazym Bisakhan, a third-year student at AUES, noted the professionalism and responsiveness of the station's staff. 

"I realized that producing thermal and electrical energy is not easy. It is a complex but very interesting process. We were fortunate to have an instructor who explained and showed us everything in detail," Nazym shared her impressions.  

Altinbek Doszhan, a third-year student in the "Thermal Power Engineering" department at AUPET, admitted to being impressed by both the workshop and the boiler itself. 

"It was very large, which was impressive. We saw many other workshops. After I graduate from university, I would like to work at CHP-1 to gain practical experience," noted Altinbek Doszhan. 

“Samruk-Energy” JSC Chairman of the Board, Kairat Maxutov, and General Director of Chinese company CCCC, Chairman of the Board Wang Haihuai, discussed the next steps for the implementation of Kazakhstan's first pumped storage power plant (PSPP) project. 

The parties acknowledged the progress achieved as a result of bilateral negotiations. Previously, on July 2, 2024, an Agreement on Cooperation for the construction of the PSPP in Kazakhstan was signed within the framework of the Kazakhstan-China Business Council. 

During the meeting, it was decided to form a working group and develop a detailed roadmap for the project. 

The Chinese side presented a video highlighting the features and advantages of operating a pumped storage power plant. Additionally, Wang Haihuai invited the head of Samruk-Energy to visit major PSPPs in China built by CCCC. 

On the sidelines of the Kazakhstan-China Business Council, an Agreement on Cooperation was signed for the construction of Kazakhstan's first pumped storage hydro power plant (PSH). 

 Samruk-Energy JSC and China International Water & Electric Corporation (CWE) have agreed to collaborate on the development and implementation of the PSH project. Specifically, CWE intends to conduct a feasibility study of the project, including an analysis of Kazakhstan's hydroelectric potential. 

The agreement, signed by both parties, reaffirms their intention to further cooperation and strengthen mutually beneficial partnership for the implementation of this breakthrough project in the country's energy sector. 

China International Water & Electric Corporation (CWE) is a Chinese international corporation specializing in water management and energy, focusing on the construction of hydroelectric facilities. 

A pumped storage hydro power plant (PSH) is used for electricity generation, energy storage, and smoothing out the daily variations in electrical load schedules. 

Gulzhan Islamova has been appointed as the General Director of "AlmatyEnergoSbyt" LLP by the decision of "Samruk-Energy" JSC Board of Directors. The former head of the company, Yedil Kopenov, has left the position to take up another role within Samruk-Energy group of companies. 

The new General Director was introduced to the staff of  "AlmatyEnergoSbyt" LLP by the Managing Director for GR, Development, and IT of  "Samruk-Energy" JSC, Elena Ivchenko. 

Gulzhan Islamova graduated from the Zhetysu Economic Institute with a degree in Accounting and Audit. She began her career in 2009 as an operator at the district sales office in Almaty for LLP "AlmatyEnergoSbyt". 

Over the years, she has worked as a leading specialist, chief specialist of the sales service for the Almaty region, and chief specialist of the central sales and energy resources supply service. 

From 2015 to 2023, she served as the head of district energy sales offices No. 4, No. 3, and No. 7 in Almaty. 

Prior to her appointment as General Director, Gulzhan Islamova was the Managing Director for Sales at "AlmatyEnergoSbyt" LLP. 

 Implementation of energy efficiency activities within “Samruk-Energy” group of companies in 2023 resulted in savings of 2.1 billion tenge (against a plan of 1.4 billion tenge). Energy conservation and efficiency enhancement are top priorities in the company's energy policy. 

Samruk-Energy has developed and implemented a program aimed at energy conservation and efficiency improvement by reducing energy consumption and eliminating inefficient use of fuel and energy resources. 

Given the significant share of coal-fired thermal power stations in overall electricity and heat production, Samruk-Energy places great emphasis on modernizing electrical equipment and implementing initiatives aimed at energy conservation and efficiency improvement. 

In 2023, 61 measures were implemented to reduce energy resource consumption and minimize environmental impact. Key initiatives included extending the operational time of power units with turbine-driven feed pumps (TFP) from the fourth extraction stage, cleaning the condenser tube system of TFP (ESDPP-1 LLP, ESDPP-2 JSC), replacing heating surfaces in boiler units (ESDPP-2 JSC), converting lighting to LED fixtures (BK LLP), and disconnecting transformers at substations with seasonal loads of 35-10 kV and below (AZhC JSC). 

At ESDPP-2, measures were taken to seal the boiler gas passage. Notably, the air excess coefficient is a critical operational factor determining fuel efficiency and overall boiler performance.