December 26, 2025: For Strengthening Security: Representatives of Gazprom-Media Holding Receive Security Council Awards

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The ceremony took place today in the office of the Security Council of the Russian Federation.

Boris Khanchalyan, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding, was awarded the medal "For Services in Strengthening International Security."

Alina Zinnatullina, CEO of the Insight People production center, was awarded the Honorary Badge of the Security Council of the Russian Federation.

Anna Kulikova, Director of Regional Development at Insight People, received a letter of thanks from the Secretary of the Russian Security Council.

The Holding's representatives were recognized for their active participation in the preparation and holding of the "Peoples of Russia and the CIS" festival, their significant personal contribution to ensuring the country's national security, and the promotion of traditional spiritual and moral values.

The International Festival "Peoples of Russia and the CIS" was held in Moscow from October 31 to November 5. Gazprom-Media Holding participated in the forum's business and cultural program and served as its strategic partner.

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December 26, 2025: Why online cinemas are beating classic television

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Viewers are increasingly choosing online cinemas because they can choose their own content—based on visuals, theme, trailer, or current mood. It's not the sheer number of premieres that holds viewers' attention, but the depth of the story: compelling drama, multifaceted characters, and genuine emotions that engage viewers and make them want to follow the story to the end.

"Of course, there are established TV networks, and there's a category of viewers who come to a specific show at a specific time. On the internet, whether it's paid or free, you find what you want to watch yourself: someone recommended it to you, saying you specifically want a comedy about love or an action movie about aliens."

David Kocharov, General Producer of PREMIER and RUTUBE

PREMIER has become a mature viewing destination: the platform deliberately avoids focusing on family and children's content. After lights out, the remote is handed back to parents—the online cinema opens, and their personal movie experience begins. Viewer time remains valuable: according to media consumption research, the average Russian spends about five hours a day watching videos. Competition for these hours drives demand for innovative solutions. For example, the hit "Overheard in Rybinsk" combines comedy, mystery, and drama, with the series' primary genre being detective fiction.

Why online cinemas have come of age, how genre-blending has become the new reality, and how TV series are helping regions develop—read here.

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Rosneft has identified the best mentors for 2025.

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The company announced the results of the "Best Mentor 2025" corporate competition. This year, a record 13,858 mentors from 101 subsidiaries participated. Based on the results of the competitive selection, 40 of Rosneft's best mentors and 16 subsidiaries—the leaders of the corporate integrated rating—were identified.

Rosneft's mentoring system is an important tool for accumulating and sharing professional knowledge, skills, and experience, and for engaging young workers and specialists in the corporate culture.

The competition is held annually in two stages. During the selection stage, the best mentors—226 blue-collar mentors and 241 young professional mentors—were identified at the companies. During the second stage, a ranking of the best mentors was compiled, taking into account each competitor's performance assessment.

The effectiveness of the mentoring system in subsidiaries was assessed based on a set of criteria in six business areas: Exploration and Production, Oil Refining and Petrochemicals, Internal Services, Corporate Services, Petroleum Product Supply, and Shipbuilding and Ship Repair.

A gala awards ceremony for the competition finalists was held in Moscow. They also participated in training on the use of artificial intelligence tools, mentoring skills, teamwork, and the exchange of best current practices.

Mentoring is the foundation for the transfer of professional experience, adaptation, and retention of young employees in the workplace. Mentors help recent graduates take their first steps in the profession and set a personal example of responsible work ethic. Furthermore, by teaching young people, mentors also hone their own professional and management skills.

Rosneft's enterprises implement comprehensive programs that combine the development of expert competencies and the development of teamwork skills. They actively utilize the resources of corporate training centers, equipped with modern methodological facilities and training grounds.

The company pays special attention to working with young professionals who participate in research activities with the support of experienced mentors. Annual scientific and technical conference of young specialists and the initiatives of the Councils of Young Professionals create a development environment for young people.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft December 26, 2025

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On December 26, 2025, Gazprom-Media Holding summarized the results of the PROfnavigator project for December.

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Gazprom-Media Holding is actively working with the younger generation interested in the media sector as a potential avenue for professional growth. Through the PROfnavigator project, the Holding helps young people choose a career in the media industry and develop pre-professional skills. Eleven events were held in December.

On December 5, at the conference "The Voice of Heroes: Tools, Practices, and Case Studies of New Media," Georgy Ryumin, creative producer at GPM KIT, held a master class titled "Stories Around Us: Storytelling Basics, the Concept of Film Language, and the Structure of a Good Story."

On December 6, Georgy Ryumin held a master class for student media directors and staff, titled "What a Producer Sees in Film: About the Hero, About Dialogue, About Understanding Complex Films, and Why Watch Them."

On December 9, students from the media class at School No. 630 visited Energy Radio Station and immersed themselves in the modern radio industry. Energy producer Bogdan Kantemirov led a fascinating masterclass on creating on-air content and radio show programming. The students interviewed Roma Mironov and Dasha Kudrich, hosts of the morning show "JOYSTICKS."

On December 11, Georgy Ryumin held a master class at the Insight People creative hub on the topic of "Creativity."

On December 15, GPM RTV experts Yulia Vugina, Irina Ovchinnikova, and Olga Turkina spoke to students at Far Eastern Federal University about powerful brand promotion tools and engaging audiences. The experts analyzed key brand promotion methods—collaborations, integrations, and PR—and demonstrated how they are applied in various industries. They focused on the role of communications management in the work of a modern professional and the versatility of marketing tools, which are equally effective in media, sports, and mass events. The experts shared practical case studies of project promotion and explained how to build communications around major events and brands. The students learned how collaborations and integrations help attract and retain audience attention, and how PR is becoming a strategic growth tool.

On December 16, the National Center "Russia" hosted the premiere of the animated series "Tekhnolike," created by YARKO with the support of IRI. The screening was held for students of the Movement of the First. "Tekhnolike" tells the story of a teenage girl in the cyberpunk genre. Together with her friends, she tries to navigate the digital world and learn how to communicate online. After the screening, a discussion with the project team took place about how animation can help develop cybersecurity skills in children. Through series, teenagers experience the situation alongside the characters and draw their own conclusions. And this is more powerful than dry instructions or any "don'ts" from adults.

On December 16-17, Georgy Ryumin recorded a podcast with four bloggers as part of the Insight People conference. Representatives of Gazprom-Media Holding also participated in a pitch session for 11 regional bloggers' media and social projects, titled "Insight People."

On December 22, Georgy Ryumin conducted a career guidance tour at the GPM KIT office for applicants to Film College No. 40.

On December 23, 220 students from media classes and the Yunarmiya (Youth Army) attended the RUTUBE New Year's Eve party, "New Year at Hogwarts," at the Moskva Concert Hall in Ostrov Mechty Park. The RUTUBE video service, in collaboration with the Imperial Orchestra, created a unique experience for fans of the Harry Potter universe and admirers of the music of legendary Hollywood composer John Williams, whose melodies feature in the famous film adaptations. The media class students combined business with pleasure, filming a report about their visit and interviewing the conductor of the Imperial Orchestra.

On December 24, Georgy Ryumin held a master class on production and a tour of the GPM KIT office for Yunarmiya students. The children also watched the film "Palma 2."

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December 25, 2025: "Hogwarts Celebration." New Year's Magic for Charity Funds

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Over 500 children felt like wizards at the RUTUBE New Year's tree show. Charity fund beneficiaries, media class students, and members of the Young Army attended the "New Year at Hogwarts" program. The symphonic show combines live performances of Harry Potter themes with high-tech staging, sets, and special effects.

The Moscow Concert Hall featured music by composer John Williams from famous film adaptations. Students from the media classes combined business with pleasure, filming a report on the event and interviewing the conductor of the Imperial Orchestra. This high-tech symphony orchestra performs music from iconic films, TV series, and video games.

The full recording of the show will be available on RUTUBE on December 30 at 7:00 PM.

The event is part of the Holding's corporate social responsibility programs: PROfnavigator, PRO_Assistance, and PRO_Support.

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December 25, 2025: The Battle for Attention: Platforms, TV, and Marketplaces

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"The key challenge will remain the battle for the primary metric—user time. Marketplaces will be involved in this battle, alongside TV channels, online cinemas, and streaming services. Their impact on user time will begin to be felt, which will become a significant factor for the media industry." Daria Pugacheva, Director of the Research Department, Gazprom-Media Holding

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With the support of Lukoil, the opening of the Lefortovsky electric power hub took place.

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LUKOIL PJSC has completed a joint project with Mosenergo PJSC to build the Lefortovo charging hub for electric vehicles in Moscow. The hub is located in the Eastern Administrative District, near the CHPP-11 power plant and the capital's major highways—the Third Transport Ring, Moscow Highway, and Shosse Entuziastov. The hub includes nine 120 kW fast charging stations, as well as Moscow's first 240 kW station with a 500 A connector. They are equipped with the most popular GB/T, CCS2, and NACS connectors (for Tesla electric vehicles). The average charging time is approximately 30 minutes, and 20 vehicles can be serviced simultaneously. Electric vehicle owners are provided with a comfortable lounge area with a minimarket where they can grab a snack and purchase essentials for the road. LUKOIL is one of the leaders in developing electric charging infrastructure for "green" transport in the country. Currently, stations are installed at 134 gas stations, most of which are fast charging.

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PJSC LUKOIL is one of the largest vertically integrated oil and gas companies in the world, accounting for over 2% of global oil production and approximately 1% of proven hydrocarbon reserves. With a full production cycle, the Company fully controls the entire value chain, from oil and gas production to petroleum product distribution. More than 100,000 people combine their efforts and talent to ensure the Company's market leadership.

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Rosneft has announced the winner of the "Fill up with Pulsar and win a car" promotion.

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Rosneft has announced the results of its "Fill Up with Pulsar and Win a Car" campaign, which featured a drawing for 2,400 valuable prizes, including the grand prize of a Lada Granta.

The promotion launched on September 1 and ran for nine weeks. Participants were required to fill their car with at least 30 liters of Pulsar branded fuel and purchase coffee at one of Rosneft's gas stations upon presentation of their "Family Team" loyalty card. In total, over 76,000 people participated in the promotion.

Weekly prize drawings were held, with winners receiving 1,000 "Family Team" bonus points. The promotion culminated with a drawing for the grand prize—a Lada Granta.

Maria Borisova from Moscow has become the proud owner of a brand new Lada Granta in the Comfort trim level. The key presentation ceremony was conducted by Yaroslav Shevyrtalov, a driver for the LADA Sport ROSNEFT racing team.

Rosneft's retail network is the largest in the Russian Federation in terms of geographic coverage and number of stations, and the Rosneft gas station brand is one of the country's leaders in fuel recognition and quality. Rosneft's retail business covers 62 regions of Russia. The Company's network of operating gas stations comprises approximately 3,000 stations.

Rosneft is actively expanding its retail network, which is distinguished by high-quality fuel, a multi-stage quality control system, a wide range of non-fuel products, and a high level of service. The company is introducing new products and services to fully meet customer needs and improve service levels.

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Pulsar fuel contains unique cleaning agents that ensure fuel system cleanliness and reduce deposit formation in gasoline engines. Using fuel with cleaning agents extends engine life by maximizing the efficient combustion of the fuel-air mixture, while also reducing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

"Family Team" is Rosneft's cumulative bonus loyalty program. Members can earn points by making purchases at the Company's gas stations and partner locations. Accumulated points can be used to pay for fuel, merchandise, and other items in retail stores and cafes. Join the loyalty program by downloading the Rosneft Gas Station app and receiving a virtual loyalty card.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft December 25, 2025

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December 25, 2025: Emotional Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence: How Media is Changing

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St. Petersburg residents taught Muscovites about weekends

The city itself is certainly slower paced than Moscow, but this has its advantages. The British army has a principle regarding the misconduct of subordinates: even if a person has committed a serious crime, a decision should be made no sooner than 24 hours later, when the emotions have subsided. In St. Petersburg, it's much easier to make informed decisions than in Moscow.

Viewers are waiting for a hero like Stirlitz or Balabanov's "Brother" on screen.

We conducted extensive research on how the hero's image has evolved in Russian TV series over the past 40 years. The most anticipated character by viewers, yet one that hasn't yet appeared in recent years, is the great modern hero, comparable to Stirlitz or Alexei Balabanov's "Brother." I believe that in the next two or three years, such a hero will emerge in our time. He doesn't necessarily have to be a great man, but he will be a reflection of his era.

Will AI become part of the team?

Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool that accelerates a multitude of processes. But the creative process involves not only analysis and synthesis, but also the application of emotional intelligence when the creator is creating something unique. Artificial intelligence cannot create anything unique. I've seen examples of small forms of video content created by AI. It's quite boring. Therefore, it's right to treat artificial intelligence as a tool in the hands of a skilled creator. The finishing touches are left to the master: giving everything meaning, form, and content.

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On December 25, 2025, Alexander Zharov congratulated Sergei Piskarev on his birthday.

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"You are a recognized expert in the media and advertising communications market. Your talent, extensive professional experience, and authority help shape the image of our country's advertising industry. As President of AKAR, you contribute to the industry's rapid development and its resilience during periods of turbulence. Let me wish you good health, boundless energy, and the realization of your boldest ideas and plans!" Alexander Zharov, CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding

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