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In Uzbekistan, five gas fields have been opened since the beginning of 2026

Since the beginning of 2026, five new gas fields have been discovered in Uzbekistan and 80 wells have been drilled. This was reported by the press service of the President following the presentation of industry projects to Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

According to the data presented, it is planned to drill another 40 wells in the fourth quarter; among the 80 already drilled, there are wells with a depth of 6 thousand meters or more. The volume of three-dimensional seismic exploration in 2026 is planned to be increased fivefold compared to 2025. Jointly with foreign partners, projects are being implemented to study the deep-lying formations of Ustyurt, drilling and analyzing geophysical data.

In the gas transportation system, the construction of main gas pipelines and modernization of compressor stations are planned. The introduction of modern electric motors at individual facilities is designed to ensure savings of up to 125 million cubic meters of natural gas per year. Following the results of nine months, the total net profit of Uzbekneftegaz JSC and its subsidiaries increased compared to the same period last year, and the optimization of the loan portfolio helped reduce the total debt and expenses for loan servicing.

At the 25 Years of Independence field, a specialized company from China is dealing with the elimination of the consequences of the accident; currently, equipment is being delivered to the facility and sites are being prepared for drilling. The situation at the Fergana Oil Refinery was also reported: after the repair of installations, the production of diesel fuel increased by 30%, bitumen by 60%, aviation kerosene by five times, and the load on capacities by the end of the year is expected to increase from 40 to 65%.

What it means

The modernization of compressor stations will allow saving up to 125 million cubic meters of natural gas per year, and the load on the capacities of the Fergana refinery is expected to increase from 40% to 65% by the end of the year.

Published 8 October 2026, 06:01 · No updates · Russian original

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