Kazakhstan is set to increase its aviation fuel production by 13% in 2026, according to the Kazakh Ministry of Energy. The projected output of 825,000 tons will mark a significant rise from 726,000 tons in the previous year, reflecting ongoing efforts to meet domestic and international aviation demands.
Officials reported that eight months into 2026, 591,000 tons of aviation fuel had already been produced, close to the annual schedule of 750,000 tons. The ministry anticipates that by 2031, domestic production will reach approximately 1.5 million tons annually, fully satisfying the needs of Kazakhstan's civil aviation, security sector, civil protection, and the national material reserve. The country’s annual passenger aviation demand is estimated at 680,000 tons.
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The expansion of Kazakhstan’s aviation fuel industry is also bolstered by supply agreements with foreign airlines, including Turkish Airlines, MNG Airlines, and China Southern Airlines, among others. As of August 2026, the national energy company KMG-Aero has supplied over 50,000 tons of fuel, enabling the country to maintain its competitive advantage through lower refueling costs in the region.
Furthermore, Kazakhstan’s ambitious plans include upgrading airport infrastructure—particularly in Almaty, Aktobe, Karaganda, and Aktau—and increasing the capacity for aviation kerosene production to over 1.7 million tons by 2032, aligning with the country’s broader development strategy for the oil refining industry.
Overall, Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its position as a regional hub for aviation services, with significant growth in cargo handling and logistics projects to support expanding operations in the coming years.
