Following the conclusion of the second day of the International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026" (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat, a solemn signing ceremony took place for a package of bilateral documents between the State Concerns of Turkmenistan and companies from China, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. The signed agreements cover key areas of … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Turkmenistan Plans Second Gas-to-Gasoline Plant with Topsoe’s Support
Turkmenistan is preparing to build a second gas-to-gasoline (GTG) plant, with Danish technology company Topsoe working closely with Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Turkmenistan’s state concern Türkmenhimiýa to advance the project. Rickard Vannby, Topsoe’s Director of Licensing, said the partners hoped the new facility would be built in the very near future. Speaking at … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: IFRS 9, Project Finance and Sanctions Screening – How Turkmenistan’s Banks Support Oil and Gas Projects
Financial institutions play a crucial role in driving the modernization and industrial diversification of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas sector by mobilizing both domestic and international resources. This was emphasized by Rahymberdi Jepbarov, Chairman of the Board of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan, during the panel session "Gas Monetisation, … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Turkmenistan Advocates for the Finalization of Caspian Sea Sector Demarcation
The development of oil and gas projects in the Caspian Sea requires not only investments and modern technologies, but also clear legal boundaries, as well as continuous scientific monitoring of the marine environment amid the receding sea levels. These issues took center stage in the speech by Myrat Atajanov, Director of the Caspian Sea Institute, at the “Oil and Gas of … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Petronas Targets Faster Development of New Offshore Blocks in Turkmenistan
Petronas Carigali Turkmenistan plans to accelerate exploration and development in its offshore blocks, aiming to bring new oil discoveries into production within four years of starting exploration, the company’s CEO, Ismadi Ismail, said at the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat. The company plans to drill at … [Read more...]
Energy Bridges, Mega-Projects, and Regional Connectivity Take Center Stage in Ashgabat
Elvira Kadyrova The 31st International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan" (OGT 2026) kicked off in Ashgabat on 21 October 2026today, drawing an impressive assembly of global energy leaders, government officials, international organizations, and major corporate players. The Day 1 delivered landmark updates on flagship regional pipelines, historic … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Continues Developing the Giant Galkynysh Gas Field: Consultations Under Way on Second and Third Phases
More than 30 exploration wells have been drilled at the Galkynysh gas field in Turkmenistan, and eight production wells are currently being drilled. At the same time, the country is holding consultations with potential investors on developing the second and third phases of the field. This was reported by Irina Luryeva, head of a laboratory at the Natural Gas Research Institute … [Read more...]
TAPI Pipeline segment to Herat Is Nearly 80% Complete, Turkmenistan Says
The section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline being built from the Turkmen border towards Herat in western Afghanistan is about 80% complete, TAPI Pipeline Company Limited CEO Muhammetmyrat Amanov said at the Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan (OGT 2026) conference in Ashgabat. The pipeline’s Herat section is expected to be commissioned by the end … [Read more...]
Up to 800 MW for Kabul: Turkmenistan Implements Major Power Transmission Line Projects Toward Afghanistan
Turkmenistan is implementing projects to develop transboundary power transmission lines that will increase electricity supplies to Afghanistan and create conditions for further expanding regional energy cooperation. This stems from the statement by Murat Artykov, Director of the Department for International Power Engineering Projects along the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan … [Read more...]
CNPC: Cumulative Turkmen Gas Supplies to China Reach 477 Billion Cubic Meters
As of 30 September 2026, the cumulative volume of natural gas trade between Turkmenistan and China reached 477 billion cubic meters. This was stated by Du Yuming, General Director, CNPC International Turkmenistan, during his address at the 31st International Conference "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan — 2026" (OGT 2026). The head of the CNPC branch emphasized that the fields of … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Türkiye as a Gateway – BOTAŞ Visions Long-Term Energy Corridor for Turkmen Gas to Europe
Transporting Turkmen gas to European markets via a Trans-Caspian pipeline and Türkiye’s advanced transmission network is the next logical milestone in energy partnership between Turkmenistan and Türkiye. This was the key message delivered by BOTAŞ Chief Executive Officer Abdulvahit Fidan at the 31st International Conference “Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT 2026) in … [Read more...]
UAE Energy Giants Reaffirm Long-Term Strategic Partnership with Turkmenistan at OGT 2026
At the International Oil and Gas Conference of Turkmenistan (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat, senior executives from leading United Arab Emirates energy companies—ADNOC and Dragon Oil—underscored their commitment to expanding long-term investments, deepening infrastructure collaboration, and unlocking the country's vast hydrocarbon potential. ADNOC The energy cooperation … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Malaysia and Petronas Seek to Deepen Long-Term Energy Partnership with Turkmenistan
Malaysia and its national energy company Petronas are looking to expand their long-standing partnership with Turkmenistan, focusing on new investments, offshore development, technology transfer and stronger regional energy connectivity. Speaking at the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat, Malaysian Economy … [Read more...]
OGT 2026: Azerbaijan Seeks to Expand Energy Cooperation with Turkmenistan
Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company (SOCAR) is keen to continue cooperation with Turkmenistan in the supply and trade of crude oil, petroleum products and petrochemicals, including the processing of Turkmen crude in Azerbaijan for export to international markets. This was stated by Azerbaijani Deputy Energy Minister Kamal Abbasov at the 31st International Conference and Exhibition … [Read more...]