Asset integrity, corrosion management, and advanced coating technologies are essential pillars of safety and operational excellence in the global oil and gas industry. As energy infrastructure ages and operating environments become more complex, ensuring the structural reliability of pipelines, processing facilities, and storage systems has become critical, not only for preventing costly incidents but also for extending the lifecycle of assets and minimising environmental impact.

In Azerbaijan, these priorities hold particular importance. The State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) plays a central role in the national economy as one of the country’s largest employers, investors, and drivers of energy security and global partnerships. SOCAR’s operations - spanning upstream, midstream, and downstream segments - directly influence economic growth, export revenues, and the modernisation of Azerbaijan’s energy infrastructure. Strengthening asset integrity and applying world-class corrosion protection standards are therefore crucial to sustaining SOCAR’s long-term contributions to the country’s development.

In an interview with Azernews, Polad Rustamov, Deputy Vice President of SOCAR and Executive Director of SOCAR Midstream Gas Operations (MGO) and Executive Chairman of AICC Caspian 2025, outlined SOCAR’s strategic approach, technological advancements, and ongoing transformation towards international best practices.

— Earlier, you emphasised the strategic importance of maintaining existing infrastructure to ensure long-term sustainability. What key priorities and technological innovations is SOCAR Midstream Gas Operations........

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