The Karachaganak field, discovered in 1979, is one of the largest gas fields in the world. Located in northwestern Kazakhstan covers an area of over 280 square kilometers.
The Karachaganak Petroleum Operating B.V. is a joint venture that uses the experience and knowledge of five oil and gas companies: ENI, Royal Dutch Shell plc, Chevron, Lukoil and KazMunaiGas, to maximize the value of these resources.