In Astana, a round table was held focusing on the development of the polymer pipeline market and the expansion of their use in the modernization of energy and utility infrastructure as part of the National Project "Modernization of the Energy and Utility Sectors."

The event was attended by representatives from government bodies, industry associations, domestic manufacturers, construction and design organizations, as well as representatives from the petrochemical industry.

Temirlan Urkumbaev, the Director of the Department of Petrochemistry and Technical Regulation at the Ministry of Energy, emphasized the importance of creating sustainable domestic demand for local products and developing downstream processing of petrochemical raw materials.

According to him, the implementation of major infrastructure projects provides additional opportunities for expanding production, attracting investment, and developing deeper polymer processing within the country.

Participants discussed the prospects of using polymer pipelines in water supply, sewage, heating, and other utility infrastructure systems.

Measures to support domestic manufacturers and the prospects for the development of polyethylene production and polyethylene-based products were also discussed.

The round table concluded with highlighting the importance of ongoing collaboration between government bodies, businesses, and industry associations to develop the polymer pipeline market, increase the share of domestic products, and enhance their effective use in modernizing energy and utility infrastructure, reported by Residential Services 24, referencing the Ministry of Energy's website.

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At the Kyzylorda Region Administration, M. Usain, head of the regional Department of Energy and Housing Services, discussed the progress of the 2026-2027 heating season as well as pressing energy issues.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the State Energy Supervision and Control Committee, Zhaliass Alataiu. During the session, the preparation of the region for the heating season, readiness of energy facilities, and the condition of electrical networks and installations were reviewed. The meeting also covered the issues of stable supply of heat and electricity to the population.

Notably, the 2026-2027 heating season in Kyzylorda Region commenced on October 5.

In this regard, energy enterprises were tasked with ensuring the uninterrupted and safe delivery of heat and electricity, swiftly addressing identified shortcomings, and enhancing measures to prevent potential emergency situations.

Following the meeting, specific tasks were outlined to secure a stable heating season and maintain constant monitoring of energy facilities.

reports ЖКХ24 citing the website of the Department of Energy and Housing Services of Kyzylorda Region.

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