From the Tengiz field to global markets — discover the expertise, technology, and commitment that define Chevron Caspian.
Chevron Caspian Exploration B.V., headquartered in Rotterdam, is a premier international energy company and a vital arm of a global energy leader.
Our history is closely interlinked with the rise of an independent Kazakhstan. Since taking over operations at Tengiz in 1993, we have grown into a leading producer of oil, gas, and associated products that fuel the modern economy. Tengizchevroil (TCO), our flagship joint venture, stands as a testament to international partnership and engineering excellence.
We safely and reliably produce the products that heat homes, fuel cars, support businesses, and benefit society — creating lasting value for our shareholders, host communities, and our people.
World-class facilities and cutting-edge technology drive our production excellence.
Tengizchevroil inherited an oil and gas separation plant when it took over operations at Tengiz in 1993. This first generation of the Tengiz plant is the foundation of our production capacity, continuously upgraded to meet the highest standards.
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Chevron Caspian Exploration production capacity rose significantly with the commissioning of the Second-Generation Expansion Project in 2008. The SGP facility increased processing capabilities and enabled higher crude recovery rates from the Tengiz reservoir.
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SGI re-injects one third of produced sour gas back into the Tengiz reservoir at very high pressures to maintain reservoir pressure. This innovative technology maximizes recovery while minimizing environmental impact.
Read more →Chevron produces high-grade petroleum products that power industries and communities worldwide.
Light, sweet crude with 45-49° API gravity and low sulfur content (0.5-0.7%). Ideal for refining into high-value products.
High-quality natural gas for heating and power generation.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas for industrial and domestic use.
High-purity sulfur for fertilizer and industrial applications.
Natural Gas Liquids for petrochemical feedstocks.
Working safely is a Chevron Caspian Exploration core value and everyone's responsibility.
Employees and contractors worked over 123 million man-hours with industry-leading safety performance.
Maintaining one of the lowest incident rates in the global energy sector.
Chevron Caspian Exploration maintains a leading position in industrial safety across all standard indicators.
Chevron Caspian Exploration meets the highest standards of Product Stewardship practices through managing safe transportation and quality control for its sales. Our emergency response teams undergo rigorous training year-round.
Learn more →Chevron Caspian Exploration stays vigilant, acts responsibly and is cautious about the health and hygiene of each person. We implemented comprehensive preventive measures to keep our workforce safe throughout the pandemic.
Learn more →Our Contractor HES Management (CHESM) process ensures all business partners meet our rigorous safety standards before and during operations.
Key milestones in our history since the discovery of Tengiz.
Stay informed about our latest achievements and community initiatives.
Chevron Caspian Exploration today announced its business performance results for 2025, highlighting the direct financial payments to Republic of Kazakhstan of $10.6 billion.
Read full story →Chevron Caspian Exploration LLP, as part of its support for the regional healthcare system, has donated 25 ambulances for the needs of Atyrau Region.
Read full story →Chevron Caspian Exploration donated six types of special equipment with a total value of about 1.3 billion tenge for municipal needs in Zhylyoi region.
Read full story →Deep industry knowledge and a shared vision for responsible energy development.
Our executive team has an average of 25+ years in the global energy sector, providing strategic vision and operational wisdom.
From geoscience to engineering, finance to sustainability, our professionals bring multidisciplinary expertise to every challenge.
Our multinational team brings perspectives from around the world, enriching our approach to energy exploration and community engagement.
We are always looking for talented professionals who share our vision for responsible energy development.