The 13th Forum of Kazakhstan Machinery Manufactures opened today in Astana — the primary platform for dialogue between the government and the business community to discuss issues related to the industry’s further development.
Olzhas Saparbekov, Deputy Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, delivered the opening remarks. He noted that machine building remains one of the key drivers of the economy and accounts for approximately 20% of the manufacturing sector.
“By the end of 2025, the industry demonstrated steady positive growth: production volume increased by approximately 18%, exceeding 5.7 trillion tenge. Segments such as automotive, railway, and electrical engineering made a significant contribution,” emphasized Olzhas Saparbekov.
In the face of global challenges, special attention is being paid to deepening localization, introducing modern technologies, and developing component manufacturing. Increasing the competitiveness of domestic products and expanding export potential remain priorities.
These issues were further explored during the panel session titled “Implementation of the Comprehensive Plan for the Development of the Machinery Industry,” where key areas for the industry’s future growth were identified. The session was moderated by Mazhilis Deputy Azat Peruashev.
During the discussion, it was noted that Kazakhstan is consistently implementing a policy to attract investment in the manufacturing sector. Government support measures, including tax incentives, preferential treatment, and the development of industrial zones, are contributing to the growth of capital investment.
The importance of not only financial support measures but also technological development — knowledge transfer, the creation of engineering centers, and the training of qualified personnel — was emphasized.
“Long-term results are achieved not only through financial investments but also through the development of the technological base. It is important to attract technologies and partners ready for collaboration. This includes knowledge transfer, the creation of research and design centers, the localization of complex equipment production, and the training of specialists,” noted Azat Peruashev.
Participants also discussed improving support mechanisms for domestic manufacturers, developing digital platforms, and forming a unified industrial ecosystem. Incentive tools were discussed: long-term and off-take contracts, the development of domestic value, as well as the National Catalog of Goods and the Register of Kazakhstani Manufacturers.
A formal awards ceremony was held during the session: 20 distinguished workers in the machine-building industry were awarded the “Kurmeti Mashina Jasaushy” badge for their contributions to the development of machine building.
Awardees:
- Helicopter and Engine Mechanic at JSC “Aircraft Repair Plant No. 405,” Ilyas Shaprashev;
- Machine Operator in the Production Shop at JSC “Aktobe Oil Equipment Plant,” Ibray Kudabaev;
- 6th-grade electric and gas welder at the machine-building shop of Aktau Machine-Building Plant LLP Birkbay Saktaganov;
- Mechanical Assembly Mechanic at ZIKSTO LLP, Oleg Yargaev;
- Design Engineer at Inkar-I LLP, Daulet Uruov;
- 5th-grade Wire and Cable Strander and Insulator at Kazenergokabel JSC, Taran Vyacheslav;
- Master of Vehicle Assembly Production at KAMAZ-Engineering JSC, Damir Ilmuratov;
- Head of the Mechanical Shop at Karagandy Turbomechanical Plant LLP, Boris Bauer;
- Grade 6 electric and gas welder at Kaskor-Mashzavod, Serikkali Umirkulov;
- Grade 4 assembly fitter at Munaimash JSC, Petr Sergeev;
- 5th-grade electric welder on automatic and semi-automatic machines at Maker LLP, Mukhamadi Baibosinov;
- Chief Technologist at Venture Firm Poisk LLP, Vasily Klenov;
- Chief Engineer at Prommashkomplekt LLP, Evgeny Nikolaev;
- Chief Quality Manager at Saiman Corporation LLP, Erbol Nurshinov;
- Thermist at Tynys JSC, Kairbek Ayapbergenov;
- Director of Marketing and Sales at Ust-Kamenogorsk Capacitor Plant LLP, Shakhov Vyacheslav;
- Metal Pourer at Ural Foundry and Mechanical Plant, Zhumagali Sarmanov;
- Bending Machine Operator at Uralskagroremmash JSC, Sergey Sushko;
- Director of the Institute of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at K.I. Satpayev KazNITU, Kasym Yelemesov;
- Maintenance Mechanic at Aktau Oil Service Company LLP, Altynbek Tumambaev.
The presentation of the awards served as a symbolic recognition of the achievements of both business leaders and representatives of the working professions.
The forum is taking place over two days, bringing together more than 1,000 participants, including over 100 foreign delegates from more than 20 countries. The focus is on industrial policy, digitalization, robotization, and attracting investment.
A plenary session is scheduled for April 3 with the participation of Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, where issues related to the development of robotization within the framework of the Digital Qazaqstan strategy and further priorities for the industry will be discussed.
As part of the Forum, from April 1 to 3, the EXPO International Exhibition Center is hosting the 7th Kazakhstan Machinery Fair 2026, bringing together more than 280 companies from 24 countries across an area of over 10,000 m².
The organizers of the 13th Forum of Kazakhstan Machinery Manufactures are the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Association of Kazakhstan Machinery Industry.
The general partners were Tengizchevroil LLP, Samruk-Kazyna JSC, and Atameken NCE.
Official partners include Astana-Expo KS Exhibition Company, Eurasian Resources Group, Railways System KZ LLP, Allur Group of Companies, and Astana Motors.
Partners included Caspian Pipeline Consortium JSC, the Union of Industrial Investors of Kazakhstan, Kazatomprom JSC, Kainar-AKB LLP, and Samruk-Energo JSC.
The forum was supported by: Tynys JSC, Böhmer Armatur Kazakhstan LLP, KARLSKRONA LC AB LLP, QSM Resources LLP, New Pipe Technologies LLP, SEMAZ LLP, Daewoo Bus Kazakhstan LLP, Stal Trade Group, Almaty Heavy Machinery Plant LLP, Astyk Elevator Equipment Plant LLP, Pavlodar Pipeline Fittings Plant LLP, Astana Electrical Engineering Plant LLP, DAFA Firm LLP, Aktau Oil Service Company LLP, Ust-Kamenogorsk Condenser Plant LLP, Renaissance SHIK LLP, SKB GROUP LLP, TPB Agromir LLP, LLC “Saiman Corporation”, LLC “KMG Automation”, LLC “Format MachCompany”, LLC “Atyrau Oil Service”, LLC “LED Solutions”, LLC “Eurasian Mechanical Plant”, LLC “AZTP-Aktau Pipe Products Plant”, Ural Foundry and Mechanical Plant, JSC Uralskagroremash, Eltex Alatau LLP, Ust-Kamenogorsk Industrial Valves Plant JSC, and Aziyakotlomash LLP.
