Kazakhstan journal for oil & gas industry
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description: Peer-review scholarly journal. Included in the list of recommended publications by the Committee for Quality Assurance in the Field of Science and Higher Education of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the publication of the main results of scientific activities. Editor-in-Chief: Rakhim Nagangaliuly Uteyev Indexation: Google Scholar, Ulrich's Periodicals Directory, CrossRef Access & Distribution: Quarterly journal; Platinum Open Access; CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. ISSN: 2707-4226 (Print) ISSN: 2957-806X (Online)
publisher: KMG Engineering
language: ru-RU
publication name: Kazakhstan journal for oil & gas industry
issn: 2707-4226
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items: Evaluating the potential for gas reserve growth at the Aktas field
items: Method of multimodal comparative ranking of project drilling points based on the normalized geological and technological parameters
items: Field application of injectivity profile alignment in carbonate reservoirs
items: Calculation of cathodic (electrochemical) protection stations to ensure corrosion protection and operational reliability of oil pipelines
items: Analysis of operating speed regimes for transporting drilling equipment on sloped terrain
items: Optimizing re-inspection intervals for aboveground storage tanks utilizing risk-based approach and advanced tank bottom scanning
items: Demulsifiers in petroleum processing: overview and effective application methods
items: Comparative analysis of catalytic reforming technologies in Kazakhstan
items: Geo-ecological assessment of the Caspian Sea coastal zone in Aktau
items: Methods of disposal of drilling sludge. Priority DIRECTIONS
items: Consideration of the applicability of CO2 capture technology with subsequent injection into the formation for the purpose of burial at the fields of NC KazMunayGas JSC
items: Structural modeling and analysis of causes of cost overruns in oil and gas projects in Kazakhstan

Evaluating the potential for gas reserve growth at the Aktas field
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description: Background: This paper examines the opportunity to expand the gas reserves of reservoir unit J-IIA of the Aktas field. A previously overlooked prospect was identified based on production anomalies from Well No. 11, whose output did not align with the earlier geological model of the formation. It is proposed that the unusually high production may be linked to the presence of a previously undetected paleo-channel, not captured in earlier seismic interpretations. Aim: Aim of this study is to refine the geological model of the Aktas field and to identify prospective zones – sandy bodies that may serve as lithological gas traps. Materials and methods: The study was based on production well data, integrated with a time cube of the ExChroma attribute extracted from the seismic volume covering the Aktas Field and adjacent areas Results: Among the technologies evaluated, the eXchroma method proved most effective for identifying ancient channel systems in the seismic wavefield of the study area. Using this technique, a channel feature was identified extending along the western structural nose of the Aktas structure, near Well No. 11. The study also highlights a non-structural geological link between the Aktas and Zhetybai structures, and provides an estimate of the gas resources associated with the interpreted paleo-channel. Conclusion: The integrated analysis of available data revealed promising non-structural traps within the Jurassic deposits of the study area. The results of seismic data processing and interpretation are supported by geological, geophysical, and production data obtained from Well No. 11.
creator: Zhanar N. Bayzhigitova
creator: Madina B. Nurmukhambet
creator: Aigul Zh. Suleyeva
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Bayzhigitova Z.N., Nurmukhambet M.B., Suleyeva A.Z. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 8
ending page: 17
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108872

Method of multimodal comparative ranking of project drilling points based on the normalized geological and technological parameters
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description: Background: Effective reservoir management require integrating multiple geological and technological parameters to optimize decision-making. Traditional approaches, while useful, often struggle with the complexity and volume of reservoir data, highlighting the need for more advanced analytical methods. Aim: This article examines various methodologies for data-driven comparative analysis and its application for selection of drilling points for production and water flooding operations. Materials and methods: Advanced computational techniques, including machine learning applications, are explored for their role in improving evaluation accuracy. Additionally, this study compares different comparative analysis approaches used in the industry, highlighting their strengths, limitations, and adaptability to various geological conditions. Results: The synthesis of recent research demonstrates the potential of multimodal analysis approaches to enhance predictive accuracy and decision-making efficiency. Comparative evaluations reveal that while traditional methods remain valuable in certain contexts, data-driven techniques provide superior adaptability and scalability. Future advancements are identified in integrating real-time data streams and cross-disciplinary modeling. Conclusion: Data-driven comparative analysis, particularly when supported by machine learning, shows significant promise in improving reservoir management practices. By enabling more accurate drilling point selection and more effective water flooding operations, these approaches can drive both economic and operational efficiency. The study emphasizes the importance of continuous innovation and integration of computational tools to address the evolving complexity of reservoir systems.
creator: Aktan Ye. Ibrayev
creator: El-Sayed Negim
creator: Dinmuhammed K. Zhenis
creator: Aslan Kurmashev
creator: Adina Sagyndykova
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ibrayev A.Y., Negim E., Zhenis D.K., Kurmashev A., Sagyndykova A. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 18
ending page: 24
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108878

Field application of injectivity profile alignment in carbonate reservoirs
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description: Background: Carbonate reservoirs are widespread and geologically complex, making their development a persistent challenge for the oil and gas industry. Low-permeability formations typically exhibit strong heterogeneity and a fractured–porous matrix, which hinder uniform oil displacement during conventional waterflooding. In such settings, reservoir pressure maintenance often results in early water breakthroughs along high-permeability zones and reduced sweep efficiency. Aim: This study reports injectivity profile alignment (IPA) in a carbonate reservoir in Kazakhstan to optimize waterflooding and enhance displacement efficiency. Materials and methods: The study covers the reservoir’s geological and petrophysical characteristics, the selection of water-blocking formulations based on laboratory results, and the criteria for identifying candidate injection wells. Effectiveness was evaluated from injectivity profile changes and production responses of nearby wells. Results: IPA treatments were implemented in six injection wells, with 100–150 m³ of water-blocking formulation injected per well. Logging confirmed improved injectivity profiles and flow contribution from previously inactive intervals. Sweep efficiency increased by an average of 14%. Field monitoring showed stable performance, with each treatment yielding about 1.2 thousand tonnes of incremental oil. Conclusion: The results confirm that IPA is effective for stabilizing reservoir pressure maintenance and enhancing oil recovery in complex fractured–porous media.
creator: Nurdaulet T. Nugman
creator: Айдана N. Bukharbayeva
creator: Daniyar N. Kurakov
creator: Yerlan T. Baspayev
creator: Adilbek A. Bashev
creator: Talgat S. Jaxylykov
creator: Altynbek S. Mardanov
creator: Darya A. Musharova
creator: Birzhan Zh. Zhappasbayev
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nugman N.T., Bukharbayeva А.N., Kurakov D.N., Baspayev Y.T., Bashev A.A., Jaxylykov T.S., Mardanov A.S., Musharova D.A., Zhappasbayev B.Z. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 25
ending page: 37
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108885

Calculation of cathodic (electrochemical) protection stations to ensure corrosion protection and operational reliability of oil pipelines
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description: Background: Corrosion is among the primary factors that diminish the reliability and service life of oil pipelines. Among the existing corrosion-mitigation techniques, cathodic (electrochemical) protection is widely regarded as the most effective method, enabling a substantial extension of pipeline longevity and a significant reduction in operational risks. Aim: The aim of this study is to calculate and analyze the key parameters of cathodic protection stations to ensure effective electrochemical protection of oil pipelines, enhance the reliability of their operation, and prevent corrosion-related degradation. Materials and methods: The study relied on the regulatory document RD 153-39.4-039-99 and methodological guidelines for the design of electrochemical protection systems. Calculations were performed using the established formulas proposed by Bykov et al. (2006), incorporating soil resistivity as well as the length and geometric parameters of the pipeline. Additionally, the analysis examined how potentials, currents, and resistances are distributed within the pipeline–soil system. Results: The study identified the optimal design parameters for cathodic protection stations, including current load, the required number of anodes, grounding resistance, and power supply capacity. The findings demonstrate that properly selecting these parameters helps maintain a stable protection potential and significantly enhances the operational lifetime of the pipeline. Conclusion: Implementing cathodic protection based on accurately calculated design parameters enhances the operational safety of oil pipelines, mitigates corrosion-related risks, and reduces the overall maintenance costs.
creator: Zhadyrassyn S. Sarkulova
creator: Gulya A. Issengaliyeva
creator: Zhadra Zh. Shilmagambetova
creator: Riza Zh. Orazbekova
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sarkulova Z.S., Issengaliyeva G.A., Shilmagambetova Z.Z., Orazbekova R.Z. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 38
ending page: 46
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108843

Analysis of operating speed regimes for transporting drilling equipment on sloped terrain
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description: Background: Transportation of drilling equipment on sloped terrain in ridge-and-fold terrain is associated with increased accident rates and accelerated equipment wear. This is driven by the combined influence of heavy loads, steep slope gradients, and variable friction coefficients between the bearing surfaces (sleds or runners). In most design and operational documents, only the maximum permissible operating speeds are specified, without considering actual traction conditions or variations in the route profile. As a result, the selected speed may be underestimated-reducing transportation efficiency—or overestimated, which increases the risk of skidding, overturning, and braking system failures. For this reason, a scientifically justified assessment of safe speed regimes is required, taking into account the slope angle and the friction coefficient between the bearing surfaces. Aim: To develop scientifically substantiated recommendations for selecting and optimizing the speed regimes used for transporting drilling equipment on sloped terrain. Materials and methods: The study examines transportation systems that move drilling equipment on sleds or runners across soil, snow-covered, and icy slopes. The analysis includes a review of regulatory documents and standards governing transportation safety under challenging environmental conditions. To model the motion, the study employs equations derived from the theorem of momentum change, along with differential equations describing the dynamics of movement on an inclined plane. These equations incorporate key parameters such as slope angle and the coefficient of friction between the bearing surfaces. After formulating the differential equations, they are integrated to obtain analytical and numerical solutions that describe the equipment’s trajectory and velocity. The resulting data are then used to determine the safe operating speeds for drilling equipment on sloped terrain. Results: The analysis identified critical ascent…
creator: Shokan М. Меdеtоv
creator: Raushan K. Salpakayeva
creator: Gulmira R. Aimanova
creator: Aslan T. Dyussenov
creator: Ainur Zh. Kuanyshkaliyeva
creator: Gulraushan R. Karasayeva
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Меdеtоv S.М., Salpakayeva R.K., Aimanova G.R., Dyussenov A.T., Kuanyshkaliyeva A.Z., Karasayeva G.R. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 47
ending page: 58
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108922

Optimizing re-inspection intervals for aboveground storage tanks utilizing risk-based approach and advanced tank bottom scanning
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description: Background: Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) are critical assets in the oil and gas sector, where maintaining their structural integrity is essential for operational safety, environmental protection, and cost-efficiency. In Kazakhstan, traditional time-based inspection (TBI) methods dominate, despite their inefficiency and inflexibility. The integration of Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) with advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) technologies offers a promising alternative to optimize inspection intervals and improve asset management, especially considering regulatory limitations and economic pressures that intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic. Aim: To optimize re-inspection intervals for ASTs in Kazakhstan’s oil and gas industry by integrating RBI methodologies with advanced NDT technologies, particularly ROSEN TBIT Ultra, and to compare these with traditional inspection methods. Materials and methods: RBI methodology outlined in API RP 580 and 581, industrial data for the given tank X. Results: The integration of RBI and advanced NDT enabled prioritization of high-risk tanks, identification of localized corrosion mechanisms, and optimization of inspection intervals. Compared to the rigid TBI schedule, the proposed approach demonstrated higher inspection efficiency, lower resource wastage, and reduced risk of catastrophic failure, while aligning with global standards and local legal frameworks. Conclusion: By adopting RBI methodologies supported by technologies like ROSEN TBIT Ultra, Kazakhstan’s oil and gas industry can transition from fixed-interval inspections toward a predictive, risk-prioritized approach. This transition supports better asset integrity management, enhances safety, and contributes to long-term infrastructure reliability, especially critical for aging storage systems.
creator: Zhanna Ualiyeva
creator: Abdugaffor Mirzoev
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ualiyeva Z., Mirzoev A. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 59
ending page: 71
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108863

Demulsifiers in petroleum processing: overview and effective application methods
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description: Many of Kazakhstan’s major oil fields are now entering a phase of declining production, marking a new stage in the country’s oil and gas industry development. The development of heavy-oil reservoirs presents several well-recognized challenges for oil producers. These include equipment performance issues, shorter operating life of surface and downhole systems, higher failure rates under increased loads, low well productivity, and persistent difficulties in utilizing associated gas. Collectively, these factors severely undermine the overall profitability of field development and production. A wide range of studies has explored the mechanisms of emulsification and demulsification. Stable emulsions create both technical and economic challenges for the industry, particularly in treatment, refining, and transportation operations. Addressing them effectively is crucial for maintaining efficient hydrocarbon production. This paper discusses the formation of crude-oil emulsions, approaches to their demulsification, properties of suitable demulsifiers, and the mechanisms governing emulsion formation. Crude oil contains natural surface-active compounds that readily promote the formation of stable emulsions. To meet industrial standards, these emulsions must undergo thorough treatment. Understanding the role of natural surfactants that enhance emulsion stability is therefore key to achieving effective oil–water separation. The review also considers various published mechanisms of emulsification and identifies the formulations most effective for demulsification.
creator: Ainash N. Mukambetkaliуeva
creator: Max D. Bissengaliyev
creator: Kayrbek A. Ikhsanov
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mukambetkaliуeva A.N., Bissengaliyev M.D., Ikhsanov K.A. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 72
ending page: 90
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108904

Comparative analysis of catalytic reforming technologies in Kazakhstan
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description: Background: This study compares catalytic reforming technologies, focusing on fixed-bed reforming and continuous catalyst regeneration (CCR) reforming. Fixed-bed systems offer simpler process configurations and lower operational and maintenance requirements, making them a more cost-effective option. Their ability to extend catalyst life by minimizing the frequency of regeneration and replacement represents a notable economic advantage. In contrast, CCR reforming delivers higher processing efficiency and improved product quality but demands greater operating expenditures and more advanced catalyst control systems. Aim: The study evaluates the effectiveness of different catalytic reforming technologies – fixed-bed and CCR – in terms of their impact on process stability, product quality, feedstock and product composition, as well as their potential to enhance the productivity and operational resilience of Kazakhstan’s refineries amid the ongoing development of the national petrochemical sector. Materials and methods: Comparative analysis, gas chromatography, spectroscopy, component and group analysis, fractional composition determination. Results: The analysis of feedstock used in fixed-bed catalytic reforming demonstrated stable process performance, which contributed to improved predictability of reforming unit operations. The presence of iso-paraffins in the feedstock enhanced the quality of high-octane gasoline, while the increased content of naphthenes and aromatic hydrocarbons in the reformate indicated more efficient conversion of heavy fractions. Conclusion: The analysis confirmed that both fixed-bed and CCR reforming technologies continue to evolve, enabling the production of high-quality end products and ensuring stable refinery operations, thereby contributing to the development of Kazakhstan’s petrochemical industry.
creator: Rizagul M. Dyussova
creator: Yekaterina A. Zhakmanova
creator: Gaini Zh. Seitenova
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dyussova R.M., Zhakmanova Y.A., Seitenova G.Z. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 91
ending page: 100
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108876

Geo-ecological assessment of the Caspian Sea coastal zone in Aktau
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description: Background: Pollutants, mainly heavy metals, accumulate in the coastal zone of the Caspian Sea and degrade local and regional ecosystems. Their presence affects living organisms and drives the transfer of toxic substances through food chains. Heavy metals impair green biomass at the molecular level by disrupting plant cell functions. The Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), derived from satellite imagery, tracks changes in photosynthetic activity and plant vitality over time. Combining soil heavy metals analysis with NDVI enables monitoring at both ground and satellite levels. Aim: The study aims to conduct integrated geo-ecological monitoring of soil and vegetation in the Caspian Sea coastal zone near Shapagatova village. Materials and methods: Atomic absorption spectrometry was used to determine heavy metals in soil samples. Physico-chemical methods were applied to assess agrochemical properties of soils, and NDVI was calculated using standard procedures. Results: A marked decrease in soil heavy metal concentrations, attributed to natural phytoremediation was observed. This process explains the loss of vegetation cover in the study area during the five-year period from 2019 to 2023. Conclusion: The sharp decline in heavy metal concentrations is closely linked to changes in the NDVI index. Between 2019 and 2021, when heavy metal levels exceeded maximum allowable concentrations, plants showed a reduced photosynthetic response, with the lowest values recorded in 2021. This reflects the toxic impact on vegetation, while the concurrent drop in metal concentrations that year is attributed to plant uptake. By 2023, with heavy metal levels decreasing more than twentyfold, NDVI values increased significantly, indicating recovery of plant biomass in the study area.
creator: Nurgul Sh. Dzhanaliyeva
creator: Akmaral K. Serikbayeva
creator: Damira A. Seitkozhina
creator: Madina D. Aldakova
creator: Samal Syrlybekkyzy
creator: Zhanssaule K. Altybayeva
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dzhanaliyeva N.S., Serikbayeva A.K., Seitkozhina D.A., Aldakova M.D., Syrlybekkyzy S., Altybayeva Z.K. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 101
ending page: 111
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108865

Methods of disposal of drilling sludge. Priority DIRECTIONS
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description: In the process of hydrocarbon exploration and production, oil and gas industry enterprises generate and accumulate a large amount of various waste, which must be disposed of safely, with minimal impact on the environment and without affecting human health. A significant portion of this waste consists of drilling sludge, spent drilling and process fluids, as well as wastewater. The study was based on information regarding the practical application of drilling sludge disposal methods, as well as the results of scientific experiments published in open-access scientific and technical journals, conference proceedings, research reports, and monographs. Based on the conducted review, the main directions of drilling sludge disposal currently applied in practice with the production of useful products have been identified. In particular, technologies for the production of construction materials and soils for the technical stage of land reclamation and conservation of disturbed lands are considered promising, technically well-developed, economically feasible, and are currently undergoing experimental and industrial testing. Technologies for the treatment and injection of drilling sludge into underground formations should also be regarded as potentially applicable and promising, as they ensure the environmental safety of exploration and production facilities both onshore and on the continental shelf.
creator: Tatyana N. Alexeyeva
creator: Bolatkhan F. Sabirov
creator: Adil Zh. Shagilbayev
creator: Sarsenbay A. Gubashev
creator: Gulmira Kh. Ismaganbetova
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Alexeyeva T.N., Sabirov B.F., Shagilbayev A.Z., Gubashev S.A., Ismaganbetova G.K. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 112
ending page: 123
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108914

Consideration of the applicability of CO2 capture technology with subsequent injection into the formation for the purpose of burial at the fields of NC KazMunayGas JSC
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description: Background: Climate change is one of the most pressing global issues, affecting ecosystems, economies, and communities worldwide. As global temperatures rise and weather conditions become increasingly unpredictable, the need for decisive action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is more urgent than ever. Both businesses and governments recognize the importance of transitioning to a low-carbon economy to ensure sustainable development and the rational use of natural resources. Aim: The aim of this study is to examine the feasibility of applying CO₂ capture technology with subsequent injection into reservoirs for storage purposes Materials and methods: Materials from INPEX were used, taking into account actual results of CO₂ capture and storage projects in Japan. Geological and physical data on oil and gas fields located within a 100 km radius of the gas processing facility in the Atyrau region of Kazakhstan were analyzed to assess the technical feasibility of CO₂ injection. Calculations were performed using UniSim Design software, where the technological process was modeled from flue gas intake to the injection of captured CO₂ into the reservoir Results: The technological feasibility of CO₂ capture and subsequent injection was determined, and both the capture site and the storage reservoir were selected Conclusion: Potential storage traps located near the developed fields of KMG were screened for CO₂ injection and storage. Regions with the highest emissions within a 100 km radius of the emission sources were evaluated. For analytical studies to determine the feasibility of CO₂ capture and storage, a gas processing facility at one of KMG’s fields in Western Kazakhstan was chosen as the emission source. This technology has not previously been applied in Kazakhstan; therefore, experience from projects in other countries, which demonstrated positive outcomes, was used as a reference
creator: Maxat A. Nugiyev
creator: Ardak M. Yesbatyr
creator: Aidyngali K. Seitov
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nugiyev M.A., Yesbatyr A.M., Seitov A.K. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 124
ending page: 132
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108896

Structural modeling and analysis of causes of cost overruns in oil and gas projects in Kazakhstan
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description: Background: The oil and gas industry frequently face budget overrun issues. Project costs increase, stakeholders are dissatisfied, and overall performance suffers. To avoid this, it is important to find effective methods for preventing or mitigating the risk of cost overruns. Aim: The objective of the study is to analyze the relationship between resource-related factors, such as labor, equipment, and material factors, and cost overruns in the oil and gas projects in Kazakhstan. Materials and methods: A structured survey consisting of 15 resource-related risk factors was distributed to experienced professionals working in the oil and gas sector. A total of 172 valid responses were gathered. The data were evaluated using descriptive statistics, econometric methods and partial-least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to assess reliability, validity, causal relationships, and regressed variables. Results: The empirical analysis shows that labor-related risks, including labor shortages, low productivity, and labor incompetence, have the most substantial and statistically significant impact on cost overruns. Material-related and equipment-related risks demonstrate a moderate yet meaningful effect. All three latent constructs exhibit internal consistency and convergent validity. Furthermore, change orders and financial difficulties are also strong contributors to cost escalations. Conclusion: The study concludes that effective resource planning is critical for minimizing cost overruns and ensuring the successful execution of oil and gas projects in Kazakhstan. Improving workforce competency, enhancing material supply reliability, and efficiently providing physical resources are recommended practices for overall project management body of knowledge.
creator: Murat K. Syzdykov
creator: Gulnura S. Taikulakova
creator: Gulzada T. Shakulikova
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syzdykov M.K., Taikulakova G.S., Shakulikova G.T. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
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date: 2025-12-31
publication date: 2025-12-31
volume: 7
number: 4
starting page: 133
ending page: 142
doi: 10.54859/kjogi108936