Category: Russian Energy sector

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Timely decisions to create a modern hydrocarbon supply infrastructure have become an important factor in ensuring energy security for Russia and China, said Igor Sechin, Executive Secretary of the Commission for Strategic Development of the Fuel and Energy Sector and Chief Executive Officer of Rosneft Oil Company.

“Now I would like to convey warm greetings to the then co-chair of the Russia-China Energy Dialogue, the legendary Chinese leader Wang Qishan, who was recognized by the Russian people as a great friend of Russia and who pioneered the creation of the ESPO pipeline system, which has become a guaranteed route for our supplies. His personal contribution gave a powerful impetus to our partnership in nuclear energy, gas and coal supplies, and electricity flows,” Sechin said at the opening of the 7th Russia-China Energy Business Forum (RCEBF) in Beijing.

The head of Rosneft explained that last year, Russia provided almost 19% of China’s energy imports, worth a total of approximately $100 billion.

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November 25, 2025

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The dynamics of trade between Russia and China in recent years clearly demonstrates the special status of our relations, said Igor Sechin, Executive Secretary of the Commission for Strategic Development of the Fuel and Energy Sector and Chief Executive Officer of Rosneft Oil Company.

“The dynamics of trade between Russia and China in recent years clearly demonstrates the special status of our relations. Over the past twenty-five years, economic cooperation between Russia and China has reached an unprecedented level. Two years ago, the goal of increasing bilateral trade to $200 billion was exceeded by 20%. Last year, mutual trade volume reached a record $245 billion,” Sechin emphasized, speaking at the opening of the 7th Russia-China Energy Business Forum (RCEBF) in Beijing.

“China, as Russia’s strategic ally, ranks first among our country’s foreign trade partners,” he noted, adding that Russia ranks fourth in bilateral trade with China.

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November 25, 2025

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The 7th Russia-China Energy Business Forum (RCEBF) opened in Beijing, the capital of the People’s Republic of China, on Tuesday.

Around 450 people are participating in the RCEBF events, including political figures, representatives of over 100 major Russian and Chinese companies from various industries, scientists, academics, experts, and analysts.

Igor Sechin, Executive Secretary of the Commission for Strategic Development of the Fuel and Energy Sector and Environmental Security and Chief Executive Officer of Rosneft Oil Company, Vice Premier of the State Council, member of the Standing Committee of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Ding Xuexiang, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Novak, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of CNPC Dai Houliang delivered speeches at the RCEBF opening ceremony.

Also participating in the opening from the Russian side were Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev, Chairman of the Management Board of VTB Bank Andrey Kostin, Chairman of VEB.RF Igor Shuvalov, Chairman of the Management Board of Gazprom Neft Alexander Dyukov, CEO of Tatneft PJSC Nail Maganov, Chairman of the Management Board of Inter RAO Sergey Dregval, CEO of Rosseti PJSC Andrey Ryumin, and CEO of RusHydro PJSC Viktor Khmarin. The opening ceremony was also attended by the heads of other Russian companies, including Gazprom, Novatek, Transneft, Rosatom, Zarubezhneft, Gazprombank, SUEK, Kuzbassrazrezugol, TMK, Alfa-Bank, the Petersburg Exchange, and others.

Igor Sechin delivered a greeting to the RCEBF participants on behalf of the President of Russian Federation. According to Vladimir Putin, bilateral relations of comprehensive partnership and strategic interaction between the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China continue to develop on an upward trend, and one of the most important areas of practical cooperation is energy.

“We are implementing truly large-scale joint projects in the fuel and energy sector, which are of great importance for the economic and technological development of our countries. Russia ranks first in oil and natural gas supplies to China and is increasing its coal exports. Russian and Chinese specialists are successfully collaborating in the construction of nuclear power plants and the development of clean energy sources, and are working together to improve energy production and processing technologies,” Vladimir Putin noted.

The Russian President wished the forum participants fruitful work, expressing confidence in the effectiveness of direct energy dialogue between the two countries’ leading companies.

Ding Xuexiang read a message from the President of the People’s Republic of China. In it, Xi Jinping sincerely congratulated the forum participants on its opening and noted the key role of the energy sector in developing cooperation between Russia and China.

“I hope that the forum will hold discussions that will strengthen energy cooperation for the benefit of our two countries and peoples,” the Chinese President noted in his message.

During his speech, Igor Sechin expressed deep gratitude to the leaders of Russia and China for their support and continued personal attention to the development of bilateral energy cooperation. He also thanked his Chinese friends and personally Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang for the warm welcome extended to the Russian delegation in Beijing.

Sechin noted that the companies participating in the RCEBF this year account for up to 40% of trade turnover between Russia and China. Moreover, energy accounts for approximately 70% of Russian exports to China.

“Our forum today is of particular significance for Russian-Chinese relations: this year, Russia and China are jointly celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War and the surrender of Japan, which marked the end of World War II. “This date was commemorated by large-scale celebrations held in Moscow on May 9 and Beijing on September 3, attended by the leaders of our two countries, which had a broad international resonance,” Sechin recalled.

Igor Sechin also quoted the Russian President, who said in August of this year: “The memory of the joint struggle of the Soviet and Chinese peoples against German Nazism and Japanese militarism is an enduring treasure for us.”

The Russia-China Energy Business Forum has been held annually since 2018 in accordance with agreements reached between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The events are held under the auspices of the Commission for Strategic Development of the Fuel and Energy Sector and Environmental Security and the National Energy Administration of China. Rosneft and CNPC are co-organizers of the RECBF.

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November 25, 2025

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Scientists from the Zapovednoye Priamurye Nature Reserve and environmentalists from the RN-Komsomolsk Oil Refinery (Rosneft subsidiary) have summarised the results of the fieldwork stage of the Under the Strong Wing project, which is aimed at studying and conserving the Steller’s sea eagle. Ornithologists have reported that the population of this red-listed bird in the Udyl Nature Reserve is doing well and is stable.

During the expedition, the scientists explored the area around Lake Udyl in the Ulchsky District of the Khabarovsk Territory. Ornithologists surveyed the coastal areas of Karasevy Lake Bay, where the nesting density is highest, using unmanned aerial vehicles. The Komsomolsk Refinery supplied all the technical equipment required for the fieldwork.

Ornithologists assessed the birds’ food supply, took samples of their biomaterials and collected data from camera traps. This resulted in a large amount of data being gathered. Examination of the observed nests revealed that they were all inhabited. Researchers captured the key stages of the nesting period for bird families, including their arrival from wintering grounds, mating rituals, egg incubation and the appearance of chicks.

A comparative analysis of the monitoring results and observations from previous years confirms that the population size in the reserve has remained stable. Thanks to its rich food supply and remoteness from populated areas and tourist routes, Lake Udyl remains an ideal habitat for the Steller’s sea eagle. Following an assessment of the quality of the feed base and the health of the birds, scientists will supplement their conclusions based on the results of laboratory biochemical studies.

The results of the large-scale studies conducted as part of the Under the Strong Wing project between 2023 and 2025 are scheduled to be presented at a roundtable event in December. Employees of Zapovednoye Priamurye and environmentalists from the Komsomolsk Refinery are planning to meet with ornithologists from other Russian regions to discuss ways of protecting Steller’s sea eagles and conducting further scientific research.

Educational activities continue to be an important part of the Under Strong Wings project. Volunteers from an environmental initiative are delivering interactive, themed lectures and quizzes to schoolchildren in the Khabarovsk Territory. These will include new information about the bird that is on the red list.

Preserving the environment for future generations is one of the key areas of Rosneft’s development strategy. The Company and its subsidiaries are implementing a number of comprehensive programmes to preserve biodiversity and natural resources in the regions of operations. They are also striving to ensure environmentally friendly production processes and minimise their environmental impact. Ornithological projects are given special attention. Thanks to the support of its subsidiaries in various regions across the country, Rosneft is conducting research and developing measures to preserve and protect rare bird species such as Steller’s sea eagles, wild geese and white gulls, etc.

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November 11, 2025

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Rosneft sponsored the World Sambo Championship in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The large-scale competition saw the participation of 466 sportsmen from 70 countries.

The world’s strongest athletes competed in 31 weight categories in both sport and combat sambo. Blind sambo wrestlers also took part in the competition. The Russian team demonstrated excellent results, winning the overall championship. The athletes won 21 gold, 2 silver and 5 bronze medals. Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan took second and third place in the overall team standings, respectively.

Past duels have demonstrated the high level of competition among the world’s top sambo wrestlers. For the first time ever, an Iranian athlete won a gold medal, while a Venezuelan athlete won a silver. The International Sambo Federation’s website provided live coverage of the duels.

The Company pays close attention to developing and supporting popular and professional sports. In the regions of operations, the Company builds multifunctional sports complexes and playgrounds, ice arenas and organises mass sports events in various disciplines for children and adults. Rosneft has been the main sponsor of the International Federation of Amateur Sambo since 2013. Since then, dozens of exciting tournaments have been held with the Company’s support.

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November 10, 2025

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As part of the Platform of Good Deeds corporate programme, Rosneft volunteers organised a tour of the Moscow Zoo for children from the Movement of the Firsts youth organisation and schoolchildren from Serpukhov. The tour, which marked the Year of the Fatherland Defender, focused not only on learning about the animal kingdom, but also on the heroic actions of the zoo’s staff during the Great Patriotic War.

The guides told the children about the heroic efforts of the zoo workers, who saved the lives of animals in the most difficult conditions, setting a true example of courage and loyalty to duty. The children also learnt about the specifics of caring for wild animals, including their habits, diet and how they prepare for winter.

 The Moscow Zoo is home to over a thousand different species of animal. It was the first time the children had seen many of them, including pandas, leopards, seals, elephants, penguins, flamingos, and many others. The young visitors were captivated by the polar bears Aika and Terpei, who are being cared for by Rosneft.

Conservation and protection of the polar bear population is one of the main aspects of Rosneft’s environmental programme. So far, the Company has been responsible for all 35 of the polar bears in the 16 zoos across the country. Rosneft provides for their care, feeding and veterinary support, as well as renovating their enclosures, conducting scientific research and running educational programmes.

The Company has also developed special toys to enhance the physical activity of the animals. Rosneft is also implementing a programme to rescue and rehabilitate young polar bears left in the wild without maternal care.

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October 31, 2025

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Ufa hosted the landmark 20th edition of the Best in Profession competition, bringing together representatives of core trades and engineering specialties from Rosneft’s subsidiary enterprises. More than 550 finalists from 82 facilities competed for top honours.

The Best in Profession competition is an important part of Rosneft motivation, corporate training and professional development programme for its employees. It raises the profile of working-class professions whilst driving higher standards in operational culture and industrial safety.

Bashneft production sites in the Republic of Bashkortostan provided the venue for the practical component of the competition.  The competition resulted in the selection of winners in Rosneft’s main business areas:

• Oil and Gas Production (13 categories)
• Refining and Petrochemicals (9 categories)
• Oil Product Supply (7 categories)

Candidates faced a written examination covering 45 technical questions specific to their field and 15 on industrial safety, occupational health and environmental protection.  The practical rounds tested professional skills under timed conditions.  Chemical laboratory analysts, for example, determined organochlorine compound concentrations in naphtha simulators using standard reference materials. Production operators started up electric submersible pump unit. Instrument and controls operators calibrated and commissioned pressure transducer. Process unit operators took over shifts, configured process flow schemes, and brought pumps online. Motor vehicle operators executed petroleum product loading operations into transport vehicles, managed delivery logistics, and performed unloading procedures at service stations.

The knowledge, skills and expertise of the contestants were impartially assessed by 150 judges from the management of Rosneft’s core businesses and subsidiaries.

The Company’s priority is to take care of its employees, preserve their lives and health, and create comfortable working conditions, which is why the competition programme annually includes sections on industrial safety and occupational health.

Congratulations to the winners of the Best in Profession competition on their well-deserved awards!

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October 29, 2025

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Rosneft volunteers organised a trip for 100 children from the Preobrazheniye and Vdokhnoveniye family centres (in Yegoryevsk and Kolomna, respectively) to a Continental Hockey League match between CSKA and Amur. The trip took place as part of the Company’s Platform of Good Deeds corporate programme.

This was the first time many of the children had visited an ice rink. The young spectators enjoyed watching the game, which ended with CSKA winning 2–1, and they were thrilled to have had the opportunity to attend a hockey match in person.

Rosneft is making a significant contribution to popularising ice hockey among children and young people and developing this sport in the country. The Company has been the owner of the CSKA hockey club since 2011. Since then, the team has regained its status as the strongest in the Russian league, winning the Gagarin Cup three times and continuing the army’s glorious traditions.

Volunteering is an integral part of Rosneft’s corporate culture. As part of the Platform of Good Deeds programme, Company employees regularly provide assistance to families and children facing difficult situations, support veterans, and run campaigns promoting patriotism, environmental awareness, and more. In 2024, Rosneft enterprises conducted nearly 2,000 volunteer events and projects involving 106,000 employees.

The Company’s subsidiaries are also proactively engaged in developing ice hockey in the regions of operation. They focus their support on constructing modern sports facilities, organising major sporting events and developing corporate sports culture.

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October 27, 2025

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Rosneft volunteers organized an exclusive tour of the Company’s Moscow-based research institutes for schoolchildren from the Movement of Firsts.  The young activists explored petroleum composition, oil extraction processes, and the groundbreaking scientific expeditions the Company undertakes.

The collaboration between Rosneft volunteers and the Movement of the Firsts encompasses initiatives to raise awareness of oil industry careers, alongside volunteering and environmental programmes.

Research centre specialists briefed participants on the geologist profession and the objectives of geological expeditions, explained oil extraction methods and petroleum composition, and demonstrated several chemistry experiments.  In cutting-edge laboratories, the young visitors saw how petroleum products become the everyday products we use.

The Arctic Research Centre proved particularly engaging, with Rosneft’s scientific expeditions photographs capturing the activists’ attention.  The participants discovered how large-scale research projects are planned and even experienced what it’s like to be part of northern expeditions. It included completing a safety briefing on protocols for polar bear encounters.  Beyond being the Company’s emblem, the polar bear serves as a vital environmental indicator for the region. Russia’s leading scientists have spent years studying these populations with Rosneft’s support,  and young researchers shared findings on bear movements across Arctic waters.

The Company has now been running the most ambitious Arctic research programme since the Soviet era for 13 years.  This has encompassed over 60 expeditions investigating glaciers, icebergs, marine and coastal environments, as well as rare species of animals and birds. Comprehensive hydrometeorological studies of the High North were also organised, covering all of Russia’s Arctic seas. It has been the source of a unique body of information on Arctic climate, nature and wildlife.

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November 1, 2025

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In the first nine months of 2025, Samotlorneftegaz, one of Rosneft’s key production assets, allocated over 15 billion roubles to environment-oriented programmes and initiatives.

The enterprise implements a number of environmental programmes, including methane emission monitoring, land reclamation, safe disposal of industrial waste, restocking of Siberian rivers with fish, and reforestation.

Samotlorneftegaz has been implementing an investment programme for a number of years that includes the phased modernisation of gas infrastructure, with the aim of maintaining utilisation of associated petroleum gas at a rate of no less than 98%. The Samotlor field has an advanced and extensive system for collecting, preparing, compressing and transporting gas. The bulk of the feedstock goes to gas processing plants and local consumers.

Samotlorneftegaz monitors greenhouse gas emissions at the enterprise’s production facilities. Since the beginning of the year, over 2,600 measurements have been taken at oil and gas processing facilities using modern equipment such as infrared cameras, laser scanners and ultrasonic detectors. A further 230 measurements have been taken at mechanised well facilities. Surveys were conducted on gas pipelines with a total length of around 506 kilometres using unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with laser gas analysers.

As part of the pipeline reliability improvement programme, 152 km of oil field pipelines have been constructed since the beginning of the year. To ensure the durability of the pipeline system, the inner surfaces of the pipes are coated with modern domestic materials, and new technologies are used to process the welded joints. The existing pipeline network is being protected against corrosion using inhibitors.

Samotlorneftegaz has completed the «historic heritage» land reclamation project. The technical and biological stages of reclamation were carried out year-round due to the extensive use of proprietary winter reclamation and phytomelioration technologies. Samotlorneftegaz conducted most of its works using its own ecoservice, with unique specialised equipment for working in boggy areas.

Another of the enterprise’s key tasks is maintaining ecological balance in its operating area by replenishing biological resources. Around 5,000 Siberian sterlet fry and over 750,000 muksun and nelma fry were released into the Ob-Irtysh basin. In recent years, the campaigns carried out in the northern rivers have led to the release of over 20 million fry of valuable fish species.

Over the last 10 years, the enterprise has planted more than 1.8 million conifers on Ugra forestry land, covering an area of 520 hectares. In addition to the forest areas, volunteers from the enterprise also planted trees in Nizhnevartovsk’s parks in 2025.

Preserving the environment for future generations is one of the key areas of Rosneft’s development strategy. The Company and its subsidiaries are implementing a number of comprehensive programmes to preserve biodiversity and conserve natural resources in the regions of operations. They are also striving to ensure environmentally friendly production processes and minimise their environmental impact.

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November 6, 2025

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