Pumping Station on CPC Pipeline in Russia Back in Service After Damage

A pumping station on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) pipeline in Russia, which was damaged in February, is now back in service, according to an announcement by CPC on Friday.

The CPC pipeline serves as Kazakhstan’s primary route for exporting crude oil and also facilitates the transportation of Russian oil to the Black Sea for further export by tanker.

The Kropotkinskaya pumping station suffered damage in what was reported as a drone attack. Moscow accused Ukraine of being responsible for the attack, a claim that was acknowledged by the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

During the period of repair for the pumping station, CPC managed to continue oil deliveries by implementing alternative measures to bypass the facility.

With the pipeline carrying over 1% of the world’s daily oil supply, it stretches across more than 1,500 km (939 miles) from Kazakhstan’s extensive Tengiz oilfield to the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.

In a separate development, CPC announced that the pipeline had resumed oil pumping on Friday after a three-day halt for planned maintenance.

This recent incident underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and security of critical energy infrastructure, particularly in regions where geopolitical tensions can impact operations.

As the CPC pipeline plays a significant role in the global oil supply chain, ensuring its operational stability is essential for the smooth flow of oil exports from the Caspian region to international markets.

Overall, the successful restoration of the Kropotkinskaya pumping station reflects the resilience and efficiency of the CPC consortium in managing and addressing challenges to ensure the continuous operation of this vital energy artery.

Source: Reuters