In its anniversary year, the exhibition is expanding its international presence. The KIOGE 2026 exhibition will bring together 500 companies from 30 countries: Azerbaijan, Austria, the United Kingdom, Germany, India, Italy, Kazakhstan, China, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the UAE, Oman, Russia, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, the United States, Türkiye and Uzbekistan.
For the first time, the exhibition will welcome A&B Technology, ATV Kazakhstan, Terranova Kazakhstan, Temir Paint, Corrocoat Caspian, Maqsad Petroleum, MIS Kazakhstan, Chemelex, Beruseal Caspian, Regent KZ, Energoskan, Etus and other companies, further expanding the range of technologies, products and industry solutions presented at the event.
A key component of the exhibition will be a practical business program in the conference hall of Pavilion 8. On September 30 and October 1, companies will present technological solutions, practical case studies, procurement programs and opportunities for cooperation with the oil and gas sector. As part of the seminar program, LMP Project Group CA will discuss the use of safe AI agents in EPC projects, KSP STEEL will cover technologies for improving well productivity, and Topan will address intelligent optimization of oil refining and gas processing. NCOC will present procurement and supplier qualification matters, while WPC Energy will give a presentation on the 26th WPC Energy Congress, which will be held in Astana on June 11–15, 2028. KPO and Tengizchevroil will present opportunities for domestic suppliers and current procurement priorities.
30th Anniversary KIOGE International Conference
The centerpiece of the professional agenda will be the 30th Anniversary KIOGE International Conference, to be held from September 30 to October 1 at The Ritz-Carlton Almaty under the overarching theme “From Megaprojects to Market Leadership: Kazakhstan in the Global Energy Mix.” The program will focus on Kazakhstan’s strategic role in the changing structure of the global energy market, the development of major projects and international cooperation, and the adoption of new technologies.
Highlights of the anniversary conference will include a strategic dialogue involving ministers from Central Asian countries, the presentation of the National Energy Report, a special session featuring legends of the oil and gas industry, and meetings with executives from national companies and project operators. Particular attention will be paid to geological exploration, gas and petrochemicals, artificial intelligence, ESG, logistics and other areas of industry transformation.
On September 30, the professional agenda will focus on:
The plenary session “Global Integration: Kazakhstan’s Role in New Energy Chains” will address Kazakhstan’s role in the global energy agenda for 2030 and beyond, international technology partnerships, critical minerals, and new opportunities to create added value in upstream, midstream and downstream;
The strategic session “Intelligent Upstream: From Seismic to Well” will focus on the development of geological exploration and digital technologies, as well as the use of artificial intelligence in exploration and production;
At the panel session “Export Logistics and the Geopolitics of Energy Routes,” experts will examine existing and alternative export routes, as well as prospects for strengthening Kazakhstan’s role in the regional energy export system;
The showcase “Practical Cases of Digital Transformation in the Oil and Gas Industry: AI, Automation and New Technologies” will present real-world examples of the use of artificial intelligence, automation and digital solutions in production processes;
The panel session “Low-Carbon Development, ESG and Climate Regulation: New Standards” will cover carbon neutrality, environmental regulation and attracting investment in low-carbon projects;
During the panel discussion “Oil and Gas Engineering and Petrochemicals,” participants will examine current issues affecting the development of these areas of the oil and gas sector.
The first day will conclude with an awards ceremony and a screening of the KIOGE anniversary film, dedicated to the event’s 30-year history.
On October 1, the program will continue with the following topics:
The strategic session “Gas and Gas Chemicals: A Value Creation Strategy” will focus on the development of gas processing and gas chemicals projects, infrastructure, gas-fired power generation and investment mechanisms;
A key event of the day will be the WPC Energy presentation for the diplomatic corps and executives of international companies;
The panel session “Nuclear Energy in the Long-Term Energy Security Strategy” will address the role of nuclear power generation in the energy balance, technology selection, localization and the industry’s readiness to implement new projects.
The ENERGY MIX & POLICY panel session will focus on the development of the energy balance and the continued shaping of industry policy;
The practical module “Turnkey GR” — a business simulation by GR Hub Kazakhstan — will explore approaches to building business-government engagement and integrating the government relations function into corporate strategy.
As part of the anniversary session “Industry Legends on Challenges and Victories,” oil and gas sector veterans will share their experience and vision for the industry’s future development;
The PR & HR business simulation “No Solid Ground — A New Reality: How Leaders Can Navigate a World of Instability, Change, and Artificial Intelligence,” organized jointly with Harvard Business Impact, will focus on new approaches to leadership and management amid change and advances in AI.
The 30th-anniversary KIOGE 2026 event will bring together an international exhibition, practical exchanges of experience and high-level strategic dialogue, creating a platform to discuss prospects for the oil and gas and broader energy sectors, present modern technologies, develop business ties and shape new areas of international cooperation.
Official support for the event is provided by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Akimat of Almaty city, the KAZENERGY Association of Legal Entities, JSC NC KazMunayGas, PSA, IMBC, Energy Monitor, the KAZSERVICE Union of Oilfield Service Companies of Kazakhstan, and the Council for the Development of Strategic Partnerships in the Oil and Gas Industry PETROCOUNCIL.KZ.
KIOGE 2026 is organized by the Kazakhstan-based exhibition company Iteca and its international partner, the ICA Events Group.
