Turkmenistan: oil, gas and energy: latest news and updates

Gazpromneft-SM offers full range of lubricants in Turkmenistan

Dmitry Statiwa, head of the Central Asia representative office of Gazpromneft-SM (Russia), summarised the company's participation in the international conference and exhibition Turkmenistan Oil and Gas – 2026 (OGT-2026). He spoke to a correspondent of the Altyn Asyr online newspaper about the results of the company's work in the regional market. Statiwa said Turkmenistan is a fast-growing Central Asian state that actively adapts to modern economic conditions. The region falls directly within the representative office's area of responsibility.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 23, 2026, 20:34

Energy

Turkmennebit Offers Investors Access to Caspian Shelf Projects

Batyr Jumayev, deputy chairman of the State Concern Turkmennebit, spoke at the international Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026 (OGT-2026) conference and exhibition. His presentation focused on the country’s resource potential, stronger technological partnerships and attracting direct foreign investment into the national oil and gas sector.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 23, 2026, 06:15

Agriculture

New Vegetable Oil Plant to Be Built in Dashoguz Velayat

Turkmenistan's president has signed a decree allowing the State Association of the Food Industry to contract the design and construction of a vegetable oil plant in Garashsyzlyk etrap of Dashoguz velayat. The plant will process 60,000 tonnes of technical cottonseed per year, and the contract includes landscaping of the adjacent territory.

TDHOctober 23, 2026, 03:35

Energy

Turkmenistan positions itself as a reliable partner for international investors

An annual international conference and exhibition, Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026 (OGT-2026), is taking place in the country’s capital. The forum is traditionally a key platform for showcasing achievements of the fuel and energy complex, establishing direct business contacts, exchanging global experience and launching new investment projects.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 23, 2026, 00:54

Energy

Turkmenistan and Malaysia strengthen strategic oil and gas partnership

At the international conference and exhibition Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026 (OGT-2026), held in Ashgabat, Malaysian Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrulla bin Mohd Nasir delivered a speech. In his report, he praised the long-standing and productive partnership between the two countries in the fuel and energy sector.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 22, 2026, 19:24

Energy

OGT 2026: documents on international oil and gas cooperation signed in Turkmenistan

A package of documents on developing international cooperation in the oil and gas sector and purchasing equipment for production needs was signed between Turkmenistan's state bodies and foreign companies during the international conference and exhibition 'Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan — 2026' (OGT 2026). The information was reported by a correspondent of the online outlet Business Turkmenistan, who was present at the event.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 22, 2026, 17:44

Energy

About 10 million tonnes of Turkmen oil shipped via BTC pipeline

Azerbaijan’s Deputy Energy Minister Kamal Abbasov said about 10 million tonnes of Turkmen crude oil were transported through the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline from 2023 to August 2026. He made the statement at the plenary session of the international conference “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026” (OGT 2026) in Ashgabat.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 22, 2026, 14:11

Energy

Turkmenistan supplies over 477 billion cubic metres of gas to China

Turkmenistan has supplied more than 477 billion cubic metres of natural gas to China via the Turkmenistan–China pipeline, operating since December 2009, according to data as of 1 October. State Minister and Turkmengaz Chairman Maksat Babayev announced the figures at a plenary session of the OGT 2026 conference in Ashgabat.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 22, 2026, 12:38

Energy

Ashgabat hosts Turkmenistan oil and gas conference and exhibition

The international conference and exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan–2026” opened today at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat. It is the 31st edition of the event, organised by the state concerns Türkmengaz and Türkmennebit together with the Chamber.

TDHOctober 22, 2026, 02:25

Energy

Malaysia ready to develop oil and gas partnerships with Turkmen businesses

Malaysia is ready to support long-term cooperation between its oil and gas services companies and Turkmen enterprises, including technology transfer, training of specialists and development of local suppliers. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrulla bin Mohd Nasir made the statement at a plenary session of the OGT 2026 International Conference and Exhibition in Ashgabat.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 22, 2026, 00:54

Education

PETRONAS University Runs Energy Systems Course for Turkmen Students and Faculty

From 19 to 22 October, a professor from PETRONAS University of Technology in Malaysia is running an online professional development course for students and young faculty from the Faculty of Energy and Engineering Structures at the International Oil and Gas University named after Yagshygeldi Kakayev. Focused on energy systems analysis, the sessions cover modern, innovative technologies and new methods in the field, and participants will receive certificates from PETRONAS University of Technology.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 21, 2026, 22:51

Education

PETRONAS Technology University to hold professional training for Turkmen teachers and students

From 19 to 22 October, professional development courses are being held online for students and young teachers of the Faculty of Energy and Engineering Facilities at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas in Turkmenistan. The courses are led by a professor from PETRONAS Technology University in Malaysia.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 21, 2026, 22:43

Health

Afghanistan proposes joint Turkmen-Afghan hospital in Herat

Afghanistan has proposed building a joint Turkmen-Afghan hospital in Herat province. The proposal was made at a meeting on 20 October between Turkmenistan's Consul General in Herat, B. Yolov, and Herat Governor Nur Ahmad Islamjar. The Consulate General of Turkmenistan in Herat reported the meeting.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 21, 2026, 14:02

Energy

Turkmenistan Hosts 31st Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition in Ashgabat

The 31st International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan" (OGT 2026) is opening in Ashgabat. As is traditional, the event is being held at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. Delegates from dozens of countries are attending, including representatives of major global companies such as Baker Hughes, Dragon Oil, PETRONAS, SOCAR and BOTAŞ.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 20, 2026, 18:46

Energy

Turkmengaz receives SENSIA Solutions methane leak detection equipment

Turkmenistan's state concern Turkmengaz has received equipment for detecting methane emissions under the Green Development of Turkmenistan project, an EU-funded initiative implemented by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ). The handover took place on 19 October at the concern's Natural Gas Research Institute, according to the International Information Centre of Turkmenistan.

Business TurkmenistanOctober 20, 2026, 12:08

Energy

Ashgabat to host Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026 conference and exhibition

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov chaired a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers focused on a digital system, at which a number of important state issues were considered.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 19, 2026, 12:54

Politics

Turkmenistan Cabinet of Ministers holds meeting on laws, forums and agriculture

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov chaired a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers via a digital system, where a number of state matters were considered.

TDHOctober 17, 2026, 21:10

Politics

Turkmen Cabinet reviews laws, manat anniversary and 2026 oil and gas expo

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov chaired the latest Cabinet of Ministers meeting via a digital system. Parliament Chairman D. Gulmanowa reported on ongoing work to modernise national legislation, including draft laws on e-commerce and state registration of rights to immovable property, as well as amendments to the Customs, Criminal and Civil Procedure Codes.

TDHOctober 17, 2026, 21:02

Energy

OGT 2026: over 1,700 delegates from 75 countries to attend Ashgabat energy forum

Registration has closed for the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026” (OGT 2026), according to Turkmenistan Today. More than 1,700 delegates from 75 countries, representing 450 companies, have confirmed their participation. The forum will take place on 21–23 October in Ashgabat.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 17, 2026, 15:54

Energy

Turkmenistan and Japan strengthen cooperation in hydrogen energy

From 14 to 16 October 2026, the Rector of the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas visited Japan to promote scientific and educational cooperation and expand bilateral engagement in hydrogen energy. During the visit, he met Keisuke Nagata, President of the University of Tsukuba, to discuss joint research, specialist training and innovative technologies for producing hydrogen from natural gas.

Turkmenistan TodayOctober 16, 2026, 20:30

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Turkmenistan: oil, gas and energy

Gazpromneft-SM offers full range of lubricants in Turkmenistan

Turkmennebit Offers Investors Access to Caspian Shelf Projects

New Vegetable Oil Plant to Be Built in Dashoguz Velayat

Turkmenistan positions itself as a reliable partner for international investors

Turkmenistan and Malaysia strengthen strategic oil and gas partnership

OGT 2026: documents on international oil and gas cooperation signed in Turkmenistan

About 10 million tonnes of Turkmen oil shipped via BTC pipeline

Turkmenistan supplies over 477 billion cubic metres of gas to China

Ashgabat hosts Turkmenistan oil and gas conference and exhibition

Malaysia ready to develop oil and gas partnerships with Turkmen businesses

PETRONAS University Runs Energy Systems Course for Turkmen Students and Faculty

PETRONAS Technology University to hold professional training for Turkmen teachers and students

Afghanistan proposes joint Turkmen-Afghan hospital in Herat

Turkmenistan Hosts 31st Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition in Ashgabat

Turkmengaz receives SENSIA Solutions methane leak detection equipment

Ashgabat to host Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026 conference and exhibition

Turkmenistan Cabinet of Ministers holds meeting on laws, forums and agriculture

Turkmen Cabinet reviews laws, manat anniversary and 2026 oil and gas expo

OGT 2026: over 1,700 delegates from 75 countries to attend Ashgabat energy forum

Turkmenistan and Japan strengthen cooperation in hydrogen energy

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