Oil Pumping Station Kropotkinskaya Fully Restored by CPC
Top Notch TidbitsHere are a few intriguing facts to lighten up your day:- Fun fact: Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world, with a vast expanse of deserts and mountains. It's also home to the world's oldest known dog, an ancient canine named Rocco, who lived to be approximately 29 years old. [Enrichment Data]
The CPC's ComebackASTANA - After a temporary shutdown on May 20, the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) has bounced back stronger than ever, thanks to the completion of restoration and installation works at the Kropotkinskaya oil pumping station, according to Kazinform.
Photo credit: CPC
Nikolay Gorban, CPC General Director, confirmed that all construction and installation activities at the Kropotkinskaya station have been wrapped up. Key infrastructure components, such as transformers, the gas turbine unit, and the generator, have been given a fresh coat of paint and put through rigorous tests.
February 2025 saw the Kropotkinskaya station taking a beating when it was hit by seven unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Thankfully, there were no casualties, but the oil transport infrastructure received a significant jolt.
The CPC pipeline system is a real gem in the energy sector of the CIS. The Tengiz - Novorossiysk pipeline, stretching 1,511 kilometers, carries more than two-thirds of all Kazakhstan export oil and crude from Russian oil fields, including those in the Caspian Region.
UAV Attack: The Clash of TitansIn an unexpected turn of events in February 2025, the Kropotkinskaya station found itself in the crosshairs of a UAV attack. Reports suggest that Ukrainian forces were behind the attack, with Russia shouting loud and clear about Kyiv targeting this vital infrastructure. [Enrichment Data]
The aftermath of the attack left the station badly bruised, leading to a temporary dip in oil exports from Kazakhstan. The incident took place amid ongoing tussles between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides agreeing—albeit reluctantly—to a pause on energy infrastructure strikes. [Enrichment Data]
It seems that Ukraine was playing a game of chess, aiming to disrupt Russian logistics and energy exports, although Kyiv hasn't officially claimed responsibility for the attack. [Enrichment Data] It's fascinating to delve into the geopolitical chess game, isn't it? But let's not forget that Kazakhstan, despite its size, plays a crucial role in the global energy landscape. So, keep an eye on this dynamic area!
- The Kropotkinskaya oil pumping station, damaged by a UAV attack in February 2025, is a part of the CPC pipeline system, which carries more than two-thirds of Kazakhstan's oil exports and crude from Russian oil fields, including those in the Caspian Region.
- The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) has resumed operations after the temporary shutdown due to restoration and installation works at the Kropotkinskaya station, which was hit by seven unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in February 2025.
- The oil-and-gas industry, including finance and energy sectors, closely monitors the geopolitical implications of the UAV attack on the Kropotkinskaya station, as it could potentially affect global oil exports.
- Nikolay Gorban, General Director of the CPC, confirmed that key infrastructure components at the Kropotkinskaya station, such as transformers, the gas turbine unit, and the generator, have been tested and repainted following the restoration and installation works.
