Nobel Energy (part of NEQSOL Holding) is pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Energy of Azerbaijan for the development of a 400MW solar power plant in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan and export of the generated electricity to Türkiye, and partly for the local use. This collaboration signifies an important milestone in advancing sustainable energy solutions and fostering environmental stewardship.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Elnur Soltanov, Deputy Minister of Energy Azerbaijan and Vugar Samadli, CEO Nobel Energy in a special ceremony on ‘Green energy potential of Nakhchivan and Eastern Zangazur’ held in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, on 3 June. 

The development of a solar power plant, to be located in Nakhchivan, follows the government’s systematic efforts in promoting clean energy and reducing carbon emissions by establishing ‘green energy zones’ across the country. 

The memorandum reflects a shared commitment to using the potential of renewable energy to drive economic growth and sustainable development. The solar power plant will leverage advanced solar technology to generate clean and reliable electricity. By using the abundant solar resources of the region, the project aims to contribute to Türkiye’s national grid, as well as the local energy supply.

Vugar Samadli said: “This development follows our transformation strategy to be part of the solutions to help all our stakeholders to get affordable and reliable energy, while reducing environmental impacts. It reflects our shared commitment with the government to harnessing the potential of renewable energy to drive economic growth and sustainable development”.

We look forward to the next steps in our journey aimed to empower sustainable development, create new opportunities, and make a lasting positive impact. The future holds immense potential, and we are eager to embark on this transformative path. I extend my gratitude to the government for their trust and opportunity to deliver this significant project".

This MoU represents a significant step forward in the journey towards a greener and more sustainable future. Nobel Energy is excited about the opportunities presented by this development which is expected to contribute to the overall energy transition in the country towards building a greener future, and is in a perfect alignment with the company’s transformation strategy to provide solutions for meeting the changing energy needs of our world. 

Note to editors

Nobel Energy Group, part of NEQSOL Holding, is an Integrated Energy Production, Development and Services Company committed to contributing to the global transition towards a sustainable and low-carbon future. By leveraging trusted expertise, integrated solutions, advanced technology, strategic partnerships, and a strong focus on innovation, Nobel Energy has positioned itself as a reliable partner in delivering complex and sustainable infrastructure projects across the globe.

• Maintenance and repair (M&R) works for Tüpraş’s Kirikkale Refinery, with Türkiye’s largest road tanker filling capacity
• Two new challenging contracts to underscore Prokon as a reliable solution partner

Prokon Makina, Insaat, Imalat, Montaj, Sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd (Prokon Türkiye), Prokon’s subsidiary, is pleased to announce that it has signed two new contracts with Türkiye Petrol Rafinerileri A.S. (Tüpraş) to provide maintenance, repair and replacement works at the Kirikkale Refinery.

Within the framework of the contracts, Prokon Türkiye will provide the maintenance and repair works of the static equipment, and replacement works of the column and the blowdown chimney during the planned shutdown period, which started on early February, and is planned to be completed before the end of March, 2023.

Vugar Samadli, Chief Executive Officer, Nobel Energy said: “Prokon has successfully delivered previous critical M&R works for Tüpraş’s Izmit Refinery. Now, trusting us crucial works packages of Turkish downstream giant’s another refinery – Kirikkale, underscores Prokon as a reliable solution partner. 

This project is a significant success for Prokon Türkiye’s portfolio, as the Kirikkale Refinery has annual 5.4 million ton crude oil processing capacity, which holds the status of Türkiye’s largest road tanker filling capacity and a strategic place for the regional energy security. I am confident that Prokon will continue its partnership with Tüpraş in its existing and future undertakings”.

Note to editors 

Established in 2012, as a full service construction company subsidiary of Nobel Energy Group, Prokon specializes in management of integrated infrastructure, industrial plants and facilities construction processes from design adaptation to procurement and construction. Nobel Energy is part of NEQSOL Holding, an international group of companies operating in eight countries across the energy, telecommunications, hi-tech, and construction industries. 

Further information about Prokon: www.prokon.az

Tüpraş is a Türkiye-based company specialized in the refining of crude oil and petroleum products. It operates four refineries in Izmir, Izmit, Kirikkale and Batman that are processing 33.2 million ton crude oil per year, and producing various petroleum products.

• Providing critical services for highly strategic energy facilities in Azerbaijan
• Delivering a global Original Equipment Manufacturer work for an international energy giant

Glensol, Nobel Energy’s field operations and equipment maintenance subsidiary, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a major contract by bp for the provision of gas turbine maintenance services in the Azerbaijan Georgia Turkey region. 

As part of the contract, Glensol will provide the maintenance services for bp’s entire onshore and offshore fleet of gas turbine packages in the Caspian Sea. 

Eldar Mammadzada, Chief Commercial Officer, Nobel Energy: “Glensol has entered a new era of strategic partnership as it became the first local service provider to execute a critical work of a globally recognized Original Equipment Manufacturer for bp’s most strategic assets in the region. The company looks forward to delivering on the contractual commitments at a world-class level, and continue to support bp – our long-time client – operations on the current and upcoming projects.

This is a momentous time in the history of Glensol, a local company that has displayed a strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and global industry standards to achieve this significant milestone. We are thankful to bp for their constant support to the development of local capabilities that has allowed businesses like Glensol to apply their expertise to increasingly complex areas. 

Glensol has continually invested in its resources and infrastructure to raise the bar higher on service provision, what has allowed the business to become a trusted partner in delivering critical projects both locally and internationally”.

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Established in 2012, as a field operations and equipment maintenance subsidiary of Nobel Energy, Glensol has been a trusted provider – of local and international oil and gas companies with rotating equipment, including turbomachinery services and controls, operation and maintenance services – to SOCAR, bp, and other major energy companies in the region and across the world.

Further information: www.glensol.az