What is SOCAR, What are Its Areas of Activity?

SOCAR is the abbreviation of "State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic" and refers to the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan. SOCAR is Azerbaijan's main company in the oil and gas industry and forms the basis of the country's energy sector. SOCAR carries out activities related to exploring, producing, transporting, processing and selling Azerbaijan's oil and gas resources. Areas of activity include:

  1. Oil and Gas Production: SOCAR is involved in the exploration and production of oil and gas fields in Azerbaijan.
  2. Refining and Chemicals: SOCAR is engaged in the refining of oil and gas, production of petrochemical products and chemicals.
  3. Oil and Gas Transportation: SOCAR ensures the transportation of oil and gas from Azerbaijan to other countries and domestic markets via pipelines and other transportation methods.
  4. Energy Trade: SOCAR trades oil, gas and energy products and operates in this field.
  5. Research and Development: SOCAR works to develop and research new technologies in the oil and gas industry.

SOCAR is an important part of the Azerbaijani economy and implements various strategies to maintain its leading position in the country's energy sector. It also aims to be an active player in the energy markets by operating internationally.