QazaqGaz plots new gas field launch in southern Kazakhstan by year-end 2025

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, March 12. QazaqGaz
Exploration and Production (a subsidiary of JSC “NC “QazaqGaz”) is
actively conducting exploration and drilling works at Kazakhstan’s
Amangeldy field, Trend reports.

In particular, the company responsible for the construction
works at the Barkhannaya field has begun preparations for its
development. The Barkhannaya field is located within a forested
area, so modern technologies that minimize environmental impact
will be applied during the field’s development.

According to company specialists, special attention is being
given to controlling emissions into the atmosphere and preventing
gas leakage. The Barkhannaya field is expected to be put into
operation by the end of this year.

Additionally, work has begun at the Amangeldy field to prepare
for drilling well number 142. Drilling operations have commenced at
the Airakty field with well number 108. Drilling of well number 18
at the Anabai field is nearing completion. This year, 11 wells are
planned to be drilled.

Seismic surveys and drilling operations are also planned at the
Maldybai, Sayakhbay, and Kogaly sites.

“QazaqGaz Exploration and Production” is a subsidiary of JSC “NC
“QazaqGaz,” engaged in the exploration and production of
hydrocarbon raw materials in Kazakhstan. It was established in 2022
through the transformation of LLP “Amangeldy Gas.” The company’s
main activities include geological exploration, oil and gas field
development, as well as the extraction and transportation of oil
and gas.

The company manages several fields, including Amangeldy,
Airakty, Anabai, and Zharkum. The creation of the “QazaqGaz
Exploration and Production” division is aimed at expanding the
resource base and ensuring the country’s energy security.

The Amangeldy gas field (Amangeldy gas condensate field) is an
oil and gas field located in the Zhambyl region of Kazakhstan, 165
km north of the city of Taraz. It belongs to the Chu-Sarysu oil and
gas-bearing area.