Samruk-Energy JSC has summarized its performance in occupational health and safety (OHS) at its facilities for the first ten months of 2025. Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, held a meeting with the heads of its subsidiary companies.

The Chairman highlighted the sustained reduction in workplace injuries and the steady strengthening of the company’s OHS system. Across the group’s facilities, a comprehensive set of measures is being implemented to enhance employee safety, foster a culture of zero tolerance for violations, and introduce advanced digital solutions. As a result, the number of workplace accidents across the group has more than halved compared to the same period last year.

The meeting also reviewed the results of the implementation of the Special Regime Action Plan and examined the execution of previously issued directives.

Samruk-Energy JSC continues to consistently strengthen its safety culture, adopt innovative approaches including the use of artificial intelligence, and cultivate a responsible attitude toward OHS at all levels of management.

The total electricity generation by Samruk-Energy JSC’s subsidiaries for the nine months of 2025 amounted to 29.4 billion kWh, exceeding the planned target by 1.3% and surpassing the actual figure for the same period of 2024.
Samruk-Energy JSC maintains its leading position in Kazakhstan’s electricity market, with a market share of 32.7%.
From January to September 2025, heat energy output reached 3.7 million Gcal, up 5% compared to the previous year.
Coal production and sales also showed growth. Bogatyr Komir LLP produced 32,165 thousand tons of coal, 3.1% higher than in the nine months of 2024. Coal sales volume reached 31,885 thousand tons, increasing by 1.5% compared to the same period last year.
Electricity transmission by AZhC JSC amounted to 7.3 billion kWh, which represents 75% of the annual plan and an 8% increase compared to the nine months of 2024.
Electricity sales by AZhC’s branch “Energosbyt” totaled 7.25 billion kWh, marking a 15% increase year-on-year.

Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC Kairat Maxutov and Managing Director of Samruk-Kazyna JSC Yelzhas Otynshiyev held a meeting with Vice President of China Huadian Corporation, Mr. Wu Jinkai.

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for cooperation and explored opportunities for implementing joint infrastructure and investment projects. Mr. Wu Jinkai expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation in the energy sector of the Republic of Kazakhstan and proposed broadening the list of potential areas for joint study.

Kairat Maxutov reaffirmed Samruk-Energy’s interest in developing cooperation in the areas of hydropower plant construction, scientific and technical collaboration, promotion of innovative energy storage technologies, artificial intelligence applications, digitalization, as well as knowledge exchange and professional training programs at each party’s facilities.

In turn, Yelzhas Otynshiyev told about the Fund’s readiness to provide the necessary support from Samruk-Kazyna JSC to facilitate the achievement of the cooperation goals between the two energy holdings.

As a result of the meeting, the parties agreed to prepare an expanded list of cooperation areas with detailed step-by-step plans and to sign a Memorandum of Cooperation by the end of 2025.

As part of the Year of Skilled Trades, a two-day development program was held in Almaty for women working at Samruk-Energy’s power plants.

The initiative aims to strengthen the role of women employed in industrial and technical professions, enhance their professional competencies, and unlock their personal potential.

On the first day, participants took part in practical workshops focused on psychology, leadership, and self-presentation. The second day featured a cultural and educational program at an ethno-village, where the women engaged in master classes and interactive activities.

The program made a valuable contribution to the professional and personal development of women in skilled trades, highlighting their active role in the industrial sector and commitment to continuous growth.

A meeting was held between Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, and Mr. Li Chao, Secretary of the Party Committee and President of Harbin Electric International Co., Ltd.

Following the talks, the parties discussed the status of current projects and signed a Memorandum of Cooperation aimed at implementing joint initiatives in the energy sector.

The Memorandum covers areas such as the modernization of energy infrastructure, the development of renewable energy sources, and the deployment of innovative technologies.

Particular attention was given to establishing a joint expert group to explore collaboration in advanced areas, including clean coal technologies, carbon capture, hydrogen energy, and smart energy solutions.

Kairat Maxutov emphasized that the partnership with Harbin Electric opens up new opportunities for domestic enterprises and promotes the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across Kazakhstan’s power industry.

The signing of this Memorandum with such a leading global player as Harbin Electric represents an important step in advancing the energy sector and further strengthening the strategic cooperation between Kazakhstan and China.

Galymbek Autalipov has been appointed Managing Director for Production at Samruk-Energy JSC. Previously, he headed the Generation and Fuel Department at Samruk-Energy.

holds a degree in Thermal Power Engineering from Ekibastuz Engineering and Technical Institute (1999) and a Master’s degree in Management (2005).

He began his professional career at Ekibastuz CHP LLP and Ekibastuz SDPP-1 LLP, where he worked as a boiler and turbine operator and later as a senior operator. Over the years, he has also held positions at KEGOC JSC and Samruk-Kazyna JSC.

From 2019 to 2022, he served as Deputy Chairman of the Management Board for Production and Maintenance at Ekibastuz SDPP-2 JSC.

He has over 25 years of experience in power industry, including more than 17 years within Samruk-Kazyna Group.

At the Government meeting, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC Kairat Maxutov presented the company’s progress in implementing major investment projects in the energy sector.

He noted that Samruk-Energy’s investment portfolio includes more than 30 projects, 18 of which are large-scale initiatives aimed at constructing up to 11.6 gigawatts of new generation capacity by 2035.

The company is implementing a comprehensive range of projects across all areas of electricity generation — gas, coal, renewable, and hydropower.

“A number of projects are being implemented in cooperation with partners from France, Qatar, China, Russia, and the United Arab Emirates,” said Kairat Maxutov.

In the field of gas generation, three projects with a total capacity of 2.2 GW are currently underway. One of the key initiatives is the expansion of Ekibastuz SDPP-2 through the installation of the 3rd and 4th power units with a combined capacity of 1,080 MW.

As part of the CHP construction project in Kokshetau, contracts have been signed for design, equipment supply, and construction. For the CHPs in Semey and Ust-Kamenogorsk, construction contracts have been concluded based on pre-feasibility study materials. The commissioning of these plants — with an installed capacity of 360 MW and 1,000 Gcal/h — is planned for 2029.

Source: https://t.me/KZgovernment/19870

Samruk-Energy JSC held a forum-training event for women from the head office and subsidiaries, organized by the company’s Women’s Club, established in 2024 to support women’s professional and personal development.

The event was opened by Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC. In his welcoming speech, he congratulated the participants on the national holiday — Republic Day — wishing prosperity to the country, well-being, and success to all citizens of Kazakhstan.

Addressing the women of the group, Kairat Maxutov emphasized the importance of women’s leadership in the energy sector, highlighting that supporting women’s professional and personal development is one of the company’s key priorities.

The special guests of the forum included Lazzat Ramazanova, Advisor to the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Chair of the Council of Women Entrepreneurs of Turkic States under the Organization of Turkic States; Lazzat Akhmurzina, Executive Director of KAZENERGY Association; and journalist, TV host, and media manager Maiya Bekbayeva. They shared their success stories, spoke about challenges on the path to leadership, and inspired participants toward new achievements.

The core part of the program featured intensive training sessions led by the well-known Kazakhstani psychologist and coach, Vakhtang Dzhaparidze.

The forum became not only an educational but also an inspiring event, uniting women across the company who are striving for self-fulfillment, professional growth, and the creation of positive change.

A meeting was held between  Kairat Maxutov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Energy JSC, and Qiao Xubin, President of China Energy International Group Co., Ltd., with the participation of senior executives from Energy China subsidiaries.

During the meeting, the parties discussed Energy China’s current activities and investment plans in the Republic of Kazakhstan. One of the key joint initiatives is a renewable energy project with a total capacity of 800 MW, which includes the construction of a 300 MW solar power plant in the Turkistan region and a 500 MW wind power plant in the Karaganda region.

The parties reviewed the progress of the project and discussed the next steps, including the upcoming signing of the EPC contract for the solar power plant and the start of construction in the fourth quarter of this year.

The parties also reaffirmed their commitment to continue joint efforts on project and technical solutions aimed at modernizing and digitalizing Samruk-Energy’s existing power plants under the Strategic Agreement signed at the SCO Summit on September 2 of this year.

In support of the President’s initiative to promote environmental awareness and foster a culture of care for nature, Samruk-Energy Group organized a large-scale environmental campaign in Ekibastuz as part of the nationwide “Taza Qazaqstan” initiative.

More than 500 employees from Samruk-Energy’s subsidiaries — Ekibastuz SDPP-1 named after Bulat Nurzhanov, SDPP-2 JSC, Bogatyr Komir LLP, and Energy Solutions Center LLP (Ekibastuz CHP) took part in planting over 4,000 tree saplings.

The joint effort of energy sector employees became a vivid example of corporate unity and personal responsibility for the future of their hometown.

Samruk-Energy consistently supports initiatives aimed at greening, improving urban environments, and enhancing environmental sustainability in the regions where it operates. Such efforts help strengthen environmental awareness and create a more comfortable urban environment for the residents of Ekibastuz сity.