Gas Production

Gas Production

Tolkynneftegas LLC is committed to increasing the utilization of associated petroleum gas (APG), expanding natural gas production and processing, and enhancing gas-powered energy generation. The company has implemented a three-year strategic program aimed at improving APG utilization efficiency to 90%, ensuring compliance with state environmental regulations while optimizing operational performance.

APG Utilization & Environmental Commitment
In 2016, the company successfully reduced APG flaring to 90 million cubic meters, marking:

  • A fourfold decrease compared to 2014
  • A 13% reduction compared to 2015
  • Achieving the 90% APG utilization rate required by state environmental policies

Tolkynneftegas LLC remains committed to sustaining this high level of APG utilization, enhancing energy efficiency in oil production, and further reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These objectives are integrated within the Corporate Gas Efficiency Program (2016-2017), ensuring continued progress in sustainable resource management.

Key Infrastructure & Development Projects
In 2017, the company prioritized several key initiatives, including:

  • The final stage of design and exploration works
  • The construction and commissioning of a gas pipeline from the Tagrinskoye Oilfield
  • Expanding gas infrastructure to optimize processing, utilization, and marketing
  • The establishment of the Gas Processing Division (UPG) in 2015 marked a significant milestone, positioning Tolkynneftegas LLC as a pioneer in integrated gas processing development.

Gas Production & Market Supply

In 2016, the company achieved total shipments of 10.3 million cubic meters, including:

  • Natural gas, APG, and dry stripped gas
  • 14% of total gas shipments handled by Tolkynneftegas LLC
  • 10 million cubic meters sold to partner companies
  • International gas sales of 6 million cubic meters, representing a 3% year-on-year increase, driven by production growth in Mangystau

Tolkynneftegas LLC continues to expand its gas production and processing capabilities, reinforcing its position as a leading energy provider in both domestic and international markets.