Zhanazhol Urea Production Project
- eminbayya
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
Project Description:
The Zhanazhol Urea Production Project is a major initiative to strengthen Kazakhstan’s fertilizer production and reduce reliance on imports. Located in the Mugalzhar district of Aktobe region, the project will use 1 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually to produce 1.2 million tons of urea — meeting domestic demand and enabling exports to China, Central Asia, and Europe.
Led by KMG PetroChem (a subsidiary of KazMunayGas) in partnership with CNPC, the facility will feature modern ammonia and urea production units built to international environmental and efficiency standards. Natural gas will be supplied by CNPC-AktobeMunaiGas.
Beyond industrial output, the project will boost regional development by creating 3,000 construction jobs and 400 permanent positions, supporting Kazakhstan’s goals for diversification, food security, and economic growth.
Current Status: Feasibility and licensing stage. Protocol signed between KMG PetroChem and CNPC in 2023.
Start Date: 2024
End Date: Estimated 2029
Location: Mugalzhar district, Aktobe region
Investment Volume (in mln USD): 1,500
Involved Companies & Contact Details:
1. KMG PetroChem LLP
Role: Project Owner and Operator
Address: Astana, Kazakhstan
Phone: +7 7172 613-673
Phone: +7 7172 613-560
Email: info@kmgpetrochem.kz
Website: https://kmgpetrochem.kz/en/
2. China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC)
Role: Strategic Partner and Investor
Address: 9 Dongzhimen North Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, P.R. China, 100007
Phone: +86 10 6209 4114
Email: admin_eng@cnpc.com.cn
Website: https://www.cnpc.com.cn
3. CNPC-AktobeMunaiGas JSC
Role: Local Gas Feedstock Supplier (CNPC Subsidiary)
Head Office Address:
Address: 3, 312th Rifle Division Avenue, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Phone: +7 (7132) 96-69-41 ChancelleryPhone: +7 (7132) 96-68-10Reception
Email: munaygaz@cnpc-amg.kz
Website: http://cnpc-amg.kz
Zhanazhol Oil & Gas Processing Complex
Address: 158, Nekrasova Street, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Reception: +7 (7132) 768511, 768512
Email: priem_zhgpz@cnpc-amg.kz
Construction Directorate
Address69, Pozharskogo Street, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Reception: +7 (7132) 766405
Email: sekretary_su@cnpc-amg.kz
Other Important Details:
Gas Feedstock: 1 bcm/year
Production: 1.2 million tons/year of urea
Jobs: 3,000 during construction, 400 permanent
Licensing & Export: Partnerships signed with licensors and traders
Domestic Demand: 350–400k tons/year in Kazakhstan
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