ASTANA, Kazakhstan, November 10. Kazakhstan’s Atyrau refinery has restarted LPG production after completing planned preventive maintenance ahead of schedule, the Energy Ministry said, Trend reports.
According to the Ministry, all primary and secondary processing units, including auxiliary systems, are now operating at full capacity.
On 6-7 November, the refinery processed 16,800 tons of crude oil per day, reaching 100% of its design capacity. During this period, over 10,000 tons of products were produced and shipped, including LPG, RON-92 gasoline, and both interseasonal and winter diesel fuel. Daily LPG production now stands at around 700 tons.
Atyrau refinery accounts for 11% of Kazakhstan’s total LPG output, making its restart a key factor in stabilizing the domestic market. Additional fuel volumes are already being distributed to regions according to the supply plan, ensuring current demand is fully met.
The Energy Ministry confirmed that efforts to increase petroleum product output and replenish regional reserves will continue, with close monitoring of LPG and gasoline supplies across the country.
