Category: Russian Energy sector

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The Tuapse Refinery (part of Rosneft’s oil refining complex) has released over 35,000 fry of Black Sea salmon (sea trout) back into their natural habitat. The initiative is part of the enterprise’s project to restore the population of this endangered species, which is listed in the Red Book.

Black Sea salmon was a commercial fish until 1955. However, unregulated fishing and poaching have caused its population to decrease significantly. The government is currently protecting Black Sea salmon. The preservation and reproduction of sea trout is only possible thanks to special programmes that involve rearing fry in artificial conditions before releasing them into their natural habitat.

At the request of the Tuapse Refinery, a trout farm was used to raise sea trout fry in water from artesian wells. Special feed containing vitamins and probiotics was given to the fry to boost their immunity. Once the fry had reached a weight of 1.5 grams, salt baths were prepared to help them adapt to seawater. Each fish weighed about four grams before release.

Representatives from the Federal Agency for Fishery and the Azov Research Institute of Fisheries and Oceanography determine the areas in which fry should be released, taking into account factors such as water composition, food supply, temperature, currents and distance from the sea. The water temperature of the river must match the water temperature where the fish was raised. There should be a distance of ten kilometres from the place of release to the sea, which the fry will cross in two months. The salmon gain weight in the sea and return to the release site for spawning after 2-3 years.

In 2020–2021, the enterprise had already organised the release of fry in batches of 6,000 and 12,000. The environmental campaigns aimed at restoring the salmon population are yielding positive results. It has already been confirmed that fish weighing up to 500 grams are returning to the rivers.

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.

In addition to releasing fry, the Tuapse Refinery participates in environmental campaigns and organises community clean-up days, including those held near the Kiselev Rocks natural monument. The enterprise’s volunteers also raise environmental awareness among young people.

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Rosneft
October 16, 2025

Keywords: Environmental news 2025

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Rosneft enterprises organised environmental festivals in Novokuybyshevsk and Syzran. The events saw over 1,500 residents of the region take part in the large-scale events.

The employees of the Novokuybyshevsk Refinery held the tenth anniversary EcoLife environmental family festival. The festival offered opportunities for education, recreation, communication and creativity. Both adults and children took part in environmental masterclasses, quizzes, and competitions, as well as completing a geography quest. A lectorium on the environment, a photo exhibition and interactive areas where visitors could study the Samara Region’s flora and fauna were all part of the festival. At the EcoWardrobe stand, the organisers showed guests how to recycle items and held a masterclass on making vibrant artworks from unwanted clothing.

This year, the festival brought together environmental clubs, museums, children’s libraries, and schools from Novokuibyshevsk. Together with activists from the Movement of the Firsts, young environmentalists organised a marketplace where people could exchange plastic bottle caps for chestnut seedlings. The enterprise’s volunteers also explained the principles of separate waste collection and recycling.

The Syzran Refinery organised the FormatECO family festival for the eighth time. The city festival featured masterclasses on creating crafts from natural materials, themed photo zones, and a collection point for plastic and paper waste. All interested visitors could take a quiz on nature conservation and recycling. The enterprise organised an interactive paper show for the youngest guests and subsequently sent all the requisites for recycling. At the end of the environmental festival, the employees and their children planted juniper seedlings near the Nadezhda sports and recreation centre.

Rosneft’s corporate culture is characterised by a strong focus on environmental initiatives. The Company’s enterprises pay great attention to environmental education, promoting a careful attitude towards nature and useful ecological habits among young people.

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October 15, 2025

Keywords: Social news 2025

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Rosneft backed the first phase of a major scientific study examining valuable fish species in the Yenisei River. The Taimyr Peninsula expedition assembled leading researchers from the Lomonosov Moscow State University Centre for Marine Research, the Murmansk Marine Biological Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Rosneft’s Arctic Research Centre. The research forms part of the Сompany’s Tamura environmental programme.

The Tamura programme, launched in 2024, aims to update information on the status of key animal species in the Far North. Scientists are studying the Kara subpopulation of polar bears, wild reindeer and valuable species of birds and fish in western Taymyr. The programme will run until 2027.

The initial research phase focused on ichthyofauna and included assessments of key fish populations and the ecological conditions within their habitats.  Scientists surveyed more than 600 kilometres of the Yenisei estuary, covering major tributaries including the Bolshaya Kheta, Pelyatka, Dudinka, Tanalau, and Muksunikha.

The team conducted biological analysis aboard the research vessel’s laboratory, examining muksun, Siberian whitefish, Arctic cisco, and vendace. Researchers recorded weight and size measurements whilst studying feeding behaviour.  Research locations were selected following a review of ichthyological and hydrobiological studies published over the past 90 years.

Laboratory analysis of the samples will provide data on age distribution across fish populations in the Yenisei estuary, alongside further insights into feeding patterns. The scientists will also conduct chemical analysis of water and sediment samples collected from fish habitats.

The second stage of the research is planned for 2026. The scientists will focus on assessing the status of fish populations in the region during different periods of their life cycles, including feeding and spawning. The research will also include biological analysis of the most common and valuable fish species in the Yenisei, such as muksun, broad whitefish, and nelma.

Rosneft pays special attention to biodiversity conservation, implementing the most extensive Arctic research programme since Soviet times. Over the past 13 years, more than 60 expeditions have been carried out to study the hydrometeorological, geological and biological features of the region. This has resulted in a unique collection of information on the climate, nature and wildlife of the Arctic. It has been the source of a unique body of information on Arctic climate, nature and wildlife.

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October 13, 2025

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Rosneft has established a Research and Development Centre at the Oil and Gas Institute of Siberian Federal University. The centre’s operations will facilitate the engagement of young scientists in research and development projects addressing pressing challenges within the oil and gas sector.

These challenges include mathematical and numerical modelling of complex non-standard technological equipment and chemical-technological processes, as well as research initiatives in emerging technologies. Successful participation by the university’s undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Centre’s projects represents a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and expertise in contemporary technologies, whilst also securing engineering positions at Rosneft enterprises during their academic studies.

The Centre was launched at the initiative of Rosneft’s corporate research and design institute in Krasnoyarsk, whose specialists already work closely with students at SFU’s Institute of Oil and Gas. With mentorship from Rosneft experts, these young researchers have won international student engineering competitions and oil and gas industry IT championships.

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October 10, 2025

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Researchers at Rosneft’s Ufa-based scientific institute have developed digital information models for ROSPAN INTERNATIONAL gas fields using the company’s RN-KIN software platform.

The system consolidates data across all production, service, and community facilities into a single standardized framework.  Current coverage includes over 530 km of operational gas pipelines, 160 km of pipelines in the planning stage, more than 250 km of oil and condensate pipelines, roughly 300 km of high-voltage transmission lines, and over 50 well pads.

These digital models deliver solutions to multiple operational challenges. Primary applications include evaluating available infrastructure capacity, timing the rollout of new assets and efficiency improvements, and running hydraulic simulations for pipeline networks across different time frames.

Topographic features are embedded within the models, allowing specialists to compare site alternatives for future facilities while accounting for construction and development expenses upfront.

Digital information models are transforming how the company approaches design work, long-range planning, project performance reviews, and integrated modeling. Specifically, company specialists can now perform real-time calculations related to power systems, hydrocarbon gathering and treatment, and reservoir pressure maintenance.

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September 23, 2025

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A new sports arena has opened on the grounds of a school in Oktyabrsky with nearly 1,800 schoolchildren. The sports facility was built with the support of Bashneft under the cooperation agreement between Rosneft and the Republic of Bashkortostan.

The new multifunctional complex is designed for mini-football, volleyball, handball and hockey matches, as well as training sessions and various athletics activities. Regular classes, municipal competitions and training camps will be held here.

The arena features a multi-purpose playing field for summer sports, complete with injury-proof flooring. There are also designated areas for coaching staff and spectators, as well as modern running tracks. In winter, the arena becomes a hockey rink. Thanks to its powerful lighting system, the arena will be open even at night-time. The new complex meets the latest standards for sports facilities of this type.

Supporting mass, professional and youth sports and healthy lifestyles is one of the key areas of social work of Rosneft and its subsidiaries. The Company funds the construction of ice arenas, sports complexes and multi-purpose sports grounds in the regions of its operations. The Company supports events promoting physical culture and healthy lifestyles. It regularly holds corporate competitions.

Thanks to the Company’s support, over 30 sports facilities have opened in 16 districts of Bashkortostan since 2017. The largest include the ice palaces in Oktyabrsky, Kumertau and Tuymazy; the world-class skate park in Dyurtyuli; and the Spartak Stadium in Tuymazy, the largest sports facility in the western part of the republic. There is also a physical culture and health complex in Blagoveshchensk, as well as other facilities. In addition, 12 multifunctional sports and recreation centres have been built in districts and cities of the republic with the support of the Company.

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October 10, 2025

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Bashneft (Rosneft subsidiary) has begun the trial commercial operation of a pipeline made from composite materials instead of conventional steel. The first pipeline at the Munir Gallyamov field is 10 kilometres long. It has significantly increased the efficiency of oil transportation and improved environmental and industrial safety.

The composite pipeline is the first step in creating a large-scale production infrastructure using innovative developments in Bashkortostan’s new oil-bearing area. The pipeline at the Munir Gallyamov field was installed using the make-up of pipes method. Compared to conventional steel pipe welding, installation speed is increased by five times.

The composite pipeline is non-corrosive, it does not require electrochemical protection, anti-corrosion inhibitors or cleaning. This pipe has a warranted lifespan of up to 50 years, which is three times longer. The composite oil pipeline’s smooth inner surface significantly reduces hydraulic losses during oil pumping. It also eliminates deposits on the pipe walls, which reduce the throughput capacity of steel pipelines over time.

The transition to pipes made from innovative materials will significantly accelerate the construction of new oil pipelines and the exploration of reserves. The project was initiated by specialists from Bashneft-Dobycha, the operator of Bashneft for the development of hydrocarbon fields.

One of Rosneft’s key strategic priorities is to introduce innovations and maximise its technological potential. The Company aims to improve production efficiency by making use of advanced domestic developments and technical solutions.

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October 9, 2025

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Rosneft and the Altai Territory’s Department of Tourism and Resort Development have unveiled a new tourist route called “Hello, Altai!”. The route has been designed specifically for tourists travelling by car and takes in the region’s main sights.

Rosneft is committed to the development of domestic tourism and creates comfortable conditions for car travellers. One of Rosneft’s key objectives is to enhance the quality of its roadside assistance and customer service at its filling stations.

The 720 km circular route, “Hello, Altai!”, passes through Rosneft filling stations where you can refuel your car with high-quality fuel, take a break and enjoy a tasty snack, and find out about tourist destinations in the region. The expected travel time is three days. During this time, tourists can admire the natural beauty of the Altai region and learn about its rich history and culture.

The route starts in Barnaul. There are architectural monuments from different periods, ranging from factory buildings to merchant mansions and temples dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. The natural wealth of Barnaul is its ribbon forest, which is the longest in Western Siberia. Part of the route ends with a walk along the Ob River.

The next stop on the route is Kosikha village, the birthplace of the poet Robert Rozhdestvensky. A memorial museum opened here in 2012, housing valuable exhibits including the poet’s personal belongings and previously unpublished poems. Visiting the museum offers a genuine insight into the world of Robert Rozhdestvensky’s work and life. Then, travellers are welcomed to the memorial museum of German Titov, the second and youngest cosmonaut in history to make an orbital spaceflight.

Another city on the route is Biysk, where tourists can visit the Chuysky Trakt Museum. It is one of the most beautiful roads on the planet. Winding its way through the mountains and serpentines, it stretches for thousands of kilometres. The museum displays geological, palaeontological, zoological and botanical collections that portray the richness of Altai’s natural landscape. The historical centre of Biysk contains old merchant buildings, architectural monuments and examples of wooden architecture. Among them are the Vtorov and Firsov trade passages, belonging to two of the wealthiest dynasties of the 19th and 20th centuries.

After that tourists can visit the Vasily Shukshin memorial museum-reserve. Visitors can explore the writer and film director’s small homeland, visit his school, and see the house where he spent his childhood. Travellers can also enjoy the picturesque views of Piket Mountain.

The route then continues alongside the Katun River, home to the Tavda Caves complex, where cliffs stretch for almost five kilometres. Tourists are invited to visit Nikolai Roerich Park, which he considered to be a place of power, as well as the historical and architectural complex of Andreevskaya Sloboda, where visitors can experience 19th-century Siberian life.

The final stop is the Mountain Pharmacy Museum, which is located in a historic building in Barnaul. Medicines and potions made from Altai herbs were sold here back in the 18th and 19th centuries. Car travellers can enjoy unique exhibits, historical displays and theatrical tours, as well as a shop selling natural Altai products.

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October 1, 2025

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Two multifunctional sports complexes have been ceremonially opened in Ufa, the capital of Bashkortostan. The facilities were constructed using funds from Bashneft under agreement between Rosneft and the Republic of Bashkortostan.

The new physical education and wellness complex at Gymnasium №64 named after V.V. Gorbatko, which educates 1,300 children, occupies an area of more than 1,100 square metres. The sports facility includes basketball and football pitches, jumping zones, and specialised training equipment. Thanks to professional equipment, the complex will host regular classes, training camps, and city-level competitions, as well as various educational, festive, and cultural events.

The multifunctional sports complex at Gymnasium №82, covering more than 3,000 square metres, is designed for futsal, basketball, volleyball, gym work, and outdoor athletics relays. More than a thousand students from the gymnasium will train there. The new complex is equipped with necessary sports equipment and meets modern safety requirements. The educational institution has served as a centre of sporting activity in northern Ufa for many years, hosting sports classes for both adults and children.

Supporting mass, children’s and youth sports is one of the key areas of social work of Rosneft and its subsidiaries. The Company funds the construction of ice arenas, sports complexes and multi-purpose sports grounds in the regions of its operations. With Rosneft’s support, dozens of modern large-scale sports facilities have been opened in Russia’s regions. The Company supports projects that develop and promote physical culture and healthy lifestyles.

Thanks to the Company’s support, over 30 sports facilities have opened in 16 districts of Bashkortostan since 2017. The largest include: the physical education and wellness complex in Blagoveshchensk, ice palaces in Oktyabrsky, Kumertau, and Tuymazy, a world-class skate park in Dyurtyuli, and Spartak Stadium in Tuymazy—the largest sports facility in the western part of the republic. In addition, 11 multifunctional sports and recreation centres have been built in districts and cities of the republic with the support of the Company.

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September 5, 2025

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The World Youth Sambo Championship was held in Bogor, Indonesia, with the support of Rosneft. Over 370 athletes from 34 countries competed for 37 medal sets.

Medals were awarded in sports and combat sambo in two age categories, 16-18 and 18-20 years old. At the end of the competition, Russian sambo athletes won the medal standings. The athletes won a total of 34 medals, including 28 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze. The teams from Kazakhstan and Belarus took second and third place in the overall standings. The spectators showed great interest in the exciting fights. This was the first time that such a large-scale sporting event had been held in Indonesia, making it a significant event for the development of sambo in Southeast Asia.

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

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October 6, 2025

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