Construction of the gas processing plant (GPP) in the Atyrau Region is progressing steadily. More than 2,035 specialists are currently engaged on site, including 1,416 core personnel. Around 127 workers are involved in night shifts. Over 346 units of construction machinery are in operation. Particular attention is being paid to ensuring safe working conditions, including during night-time operations.
Progress on construction and installation works (CIW):
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Foundation works, installation of steel structures, service platforms and process structures are ongoing;
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Installation of the fire-fighting pipeline, formwork and reinforcement of foundations is under way, along with backfilling and excavation works for external utility networks (NVK-2);
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Assembly, welding and painting of RVS-5000 storage tanks are in progress;
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Installation and painting of steel structures on units and pipe racks continue;
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In the shift camp area, cable laying, installation of electrical equipment, excavation of trenches using excavators, installation of manholes and polyethylene sewer pipes are ongoing;
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Hydrostatic testing of tank 40/4/1 is being carried out, and preparations are under way for hydrostatic testing of tank 10C;
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On units No. 9 and No. 10, heat treatment has been completed for 5 out of 10 tanks.
Progress by key work categories:
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Concrete works for foundations: 57,730 m³ completed (76.3% progress)
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Installation of steel structures: 7,706 tonnes (38.2%)
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Installation of mechanical equipment: 4,518 tonnes (46.6%)
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Tank installation: 1,826 tonnes (91.1%)
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Laying of underground pipelines: 24,035 m (49.3%)
JSC NC QazaqGaz continues to exercise comprehensive oversight of the project’s implementation, ensuring adherence to construction schedules as well as compliance with established quality and safety standards at all stages.
