Ashgabat, Turkmenistan — Registration has officially closed for the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan” (OGT 2026), taking place on 21–23 October in Ashgabat. More than 1,700 delegates from 75 countries, representing 450 companies, have confirmed their participation, highlighting the event's international reach and the growing interest in Turkmenistan's energy sector.
OGT 2026 will bring together government officials, senior executives from national and international energy companies, investors, financial institutions, technology providers and industry experts to explore new opportunities for investment, innovation and strategic cooperation.
Participating countries include China, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, France, Italy, the Republic of Korea, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
The broad international representation reflects continued interest in Turkmenistan's energy resources, investment potential and expanding role in regional and international energy cooperation.
Strategic Energy Projects in Focus
The OGT 2026 conference programme will address the key priorities shaping the future of Turkmenistan's energy industry, with a particular focus on investment, technological advancement and international partnerships.
Discussions will highlight the continued development of the Galkynysh gas field, one of the world's largest natural gas fields, alongside the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline, gas transportation infrastructure, opportunities in the Caspian region, and the expansion of natural gas processing and higher-value downstream industries.
Additional sessions will examine digital transformation, innovative technologies, operational efficiency and methane emissions reduction, reflecting the industry's increasing focus on productivity and environmental performance.
Through high-level plenary sessions and specialised discussions, government representatives, industry leaders and international experts will exchange perspectives on investment opportunities, project implementation and the future of energy infrastructure.
International Exhibition Showcases Technology and Innovation
The OGT 2026 international exhibition will officially open on 21 October at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat.
The exhibition will feature companies showcasing technologies, equipment and engineering solutions across the energy value chain, including exploration, production, transportation, gas processing, industrial automation and energy efficiency.
A notable highlight of this year's exhibition will be the first Malaysian National Pavilion, organised with the support of the Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC). More than 20 Malaysian companies are expected to participate, reflecting growing interest in technological and commercial cooperation with Turkmenistan's energy industry.
A dedicated technology presentation programme will provide further opportunities for companies to introduce innovative solutions, demonstrate technical expertise and engage directly with industry specialists.
Connecting Companies, Investment and Opportunity
Business networking and direct engagement will remain central to OGT 2026.
Dedicated B2B meeting facilities will support discussions between Turkmenistan's national energy institutions and international companies, creating opportunities to explore investment proposals, technology partnerships, equipment supply and potential joint projects.
The programme will also include specialised roundtables addressing international energy cooperation, workforce development, professional skills and industry capacity building.
Pre-conference activities will begin on 20 October, offering participants additional opportunities for professional networking and engagement ahead of the official opening of the conference and exhibition.
Ashgabat at the Centre of International Energy Dialogue
For more than three decades, the Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan Conference and Exhibition has served as a platform connecting Turkmenistan's energy ambitions with international expertise, technology and investment.
OGT 2026 will build on this legacy by bringing together strategic dialogue and practical business opportunities, encouraging partnerships that support the long-term development of the energy sector.
Under the theme “Energy. Partnership. Progress.”, the 31st International Conference and Exhibition will welcome more than 1,500 delegates from 75 countries, representing 450 companies, reaffirming Ashgabat's role as an important meeting point for international energy cooperation.