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On March 17, 2026, the winners of the 24th Spirit of Fire Film Festival were awarded in Khanty-Mansiysk.

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The closing ceremony of the 24th International Spirit of Fire Festival took place at the Yugra-Classic Concert and Theater Center in Khanty-Mansiysk. The festival's main prize, the Golden Taiga Award for Best Debut Film, went to the Spanish film "Deaf" by Eva Libertad García López. Anton Mamykin's "Space Falls Asleep" won the Russian Debut Competition, also receiving the "For the Preservation of Cultural Traditions" prize, the Audience Award "Flowers of Taiga Hope," and three other awards.

The Spirit of Fire Film Festival is Russia's largest international platform for film debuts by emerging directors. This year, the festival's competition programs featured 56 Russian and international films from North and South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This year's festival focused on the theme "Children in Cinema"—various aspects of childhood, adolescence, and personality development, as well as the reflection of children's worldviews in contemporary cinema.

The festival's participants and jury walked the red carpet, including Fyodor Bondarchuk, Leonid Yarmolnik, Evgeny Margulis, Andrey Proshkin, Sergey Chliyants, Sofia Lebedeva, Leonid Kanevsky, Vladimir Kanukhin, Danila Krasnov, Aram Vardevanyan, Sergey Tsigal, Stasya Tolstaya, Grigory Kalinin, Anna Savranskaya, Ekaterina Channova, Victoria Maslova, Yulia Marchenko, Anton Pampushny, Daria Vereshchagina and others.

The ceremony was staged in the style of an ironic fairy tale, with elements of a theatrical skit, musical numbers, and references to children's film. The director of the ceremony was three-time winner of the Golden Mask National Theatre Award, Alexei Frandetti.

The winners of the international competition program for children and young people, "Your Cinema," were announced first. The competition jury included children who won a special competition among active participants of the "First Movement." Jury members Semyon Solovyov and Artem Grekhov announced that Joel Soisson's "A Hero for Kobus" had been awarded a Special Jury Mention.

The program's main prize, the "Small Bronze Taiga," was awarded to Nora Lakosh's film "I Accidentally Wrote a Book." Ekaterina Bordacheva, the program's curator and selector, accepted the award, noting the importance of the "Your Cinema" competition and emphasizing Nora Lakosh's exceptional talent.

The award in the "Film in Progress" category—a competition program for projects in production—was presented by jury chairman, director and producer Sergey Chliyants. He noted that this year's program was very strong. The winner was Evgenia Gromova's "Snow is Falling."

Thanks to Gazprom Neft's "Hometowns" social investment program, the winner in the "Film in Progress" category receives a prize of one million rubles.

Eighteen short films were submitted to the "Debut Short Film" competition. Jury members Sofia Lebedeva, Andrey Apostolov, and Zaka Abdrakhmanova took to the stage to present the prizes.

The film "Our Year" was awarded the "Small Silver Taiga" prize. Director Nikolai Kovalenko thanked the jury and the festival, noting that he and his team had enjoyed making the film together.

The film "Varvara the Saint," directed by Polina Kapantina, received the "Small Golden Taiga" award. The director herself took to the stage to accept the award and thanked her director, Sergei Solovyov.

Six films competed in the Russian Debut Competition. The jury included director Andrei Proshkin; musician, composer, songwriter, and performer Evgeny Margulis; cinematographer and international film festival winner Maria Solovyova; theater and film actress Alexandra Ursulyak; and theater, film, and television actor Leonid Yarmolnik. They took the stage to announce the winners.

Vladimir Borisov received the Pavel Lebeshev Cinematographers Guild Prize for Best Cinematography for his film "Space Falls Asleep." The film's director, Anton Mamykin, thanked the jury and the village of Shoyna, where Borisov filmed the film.

The Silver Rose award for best musical work was awarded to debut director Said Tolgurov for his film "In the Mountains. Him."

Mark Eidelstein received the Alexander Abdulov Award for Best Actor for his work in the film "Space Falls Asleep."

The Alexander Abdulov Prize for Best Actress in a Russian Debut Film was awarded to Alla Demidova for her film "The Greatness of Absence."

The film "Space Falls Asleep" won the Sergei Solovyov Golden Taiga Prize for best Russian debut film. Director Anton Mamykin and Ivan Yakovenko thanked the project's team and the residents of Shoyna, who welcomed them and allowed them to document their lives.

The special prize "For the Preservation of Cultural Traditions" from the film festival's general partner, Gazprom Neft, was presented by Dmitry Kolupaev, CEO of Gazpromneft-Khantos.

The festival presented a true celebration to the residents of Khanty-Mansiysk and Yugra, as well as to guests from across Russia and around the world. This celebration is the work of you—representatives of creative teams, young filmmakers taking their first steps in film, and established masters sharing their experience with the next generation of directors, producers, and actors.

Yulia Golubeva, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding, presented the Roscongress Foundation's communications partner prize for preserving traditional spiritual values around the world, "The Soul of Russia. World Cinema." The award went to the film "Forma Momo" by director Tribeni Rai.

Next, members of the international jury, which included Chinese screenwriter Lu Wei (chairman of the jury), whose work was nominated for an Oscar and won the Palme d'Or in Cannes; actress, director, and social activist N'damo Damaris; festival organizer, film critic, and writer Jaime Christian Noguera Martin; and Serbian screenwriter, director, and producer Goran Radovanović, announced the winners of the International Competition.

The sound design team for Eva Libertad García López's film "Deaf" was awarded a Special Jury Mention for recreating the inaudible sound of the deaf and the beauty of music.

Natalia Lapshina's Songs of the Moon King also received a Special Jury Mention for its outstanding use of chiaroscuro to convey drama through light.

Another Special Jury Mention was awarded to Arash Anisi's Far East for preserving the elegance, precision, and sophistication of Iranian cinematic tradition and for forming a unique female cast.

The Bronze Taiga International Film Competition prize went to Emiliano Dante's film "Coin," a co-production between Italy and Serbia. The director dedicated the award to his entire team.

The Silver Taiga Prize was awarded to Tribeni Rai's debut work, "The Shape of Momo," produced in India and the Republic of Korea. Tribeni Rai expressed her gratitude for the award.

The festival's main prize, the Golden Taiga Award for Best Debut Film, was awarded to the Spanish film "Deaf," directed by Eva Libertad García López (Spain). Aquilino Gamazo accepted the award, expressing his gratitude to the film's entire team and the festival jury for their sensitivity to the team's work.

Next, Emir Kusturica took the stage to present the festival's President's Prize, which read "For maintaining the creative fire in Russian cinema." It was received by actor, producer, and director Fyodor Bondarchuk.

After this, Emir Kusturica, together with Ruslan Kuharuk, banged the clapperboard, declaring the 24th International Debut Film Festival "Spirit of Fire" officially closed.

This year's Spirit of Fire festival welcomed approximately 30 international guests from China, India, Spain, Cuba, Cameroon, Turkey, South Africa, Serbia, Azerbaijan, Argentina, Bulgaria, Cuba, Colombia, India, and Switzerland. A key part of the festival was its extensive business program, which included a series of business sessions devoted to current issues in the film industry's development. These sessions were attended by producers, directors, and representatives of the film industry and relevant organizations. Participants discussed issues of supporting debut films, finding financing and releasing films to audiences, the development of the animation industry, the specifics of creating children's and family content, and contemporary trends in family cinema. One of the key events was the plenary session "Children's and Family Content as a National Priority. The Role of Cinema in Shaping Values and the Future Generation." Experts discussed the importance of film and media in shaping the worldviews of children and adolescents, the role of the government and industry in developing high-quality children's content, and prospects for collaboration between the film industry, education, and cultural institutions.

"The Spirit of Fire Festival is becoming a significant tool for cultural exchange, enabling Russian cinema to reach the largest markets in the BRICS countries, encompassing half of humanity and a significant share of the global economy. These countries represent promising platforms for distributing Russian cinema and animation. The festival's business program fosters partnerships among filmmakers, encourages joint projects, and the creative exchange of ideas and scripts, uniting audiences from different countries based on shared cultural values and spiritual affinity. The importance of cultural diplomacy is underscored by the Roscongress Foundation's "Soul of Russia" project. This major humanitarian initiative already encompasses over 18 regions of our country, dozens of foreign countries, and brings together tens of thousands of participants. To reward filmmakers actively working to preserve and promote traditional spiritual values, the festival has established a special prize, "Soul of Russia. World Cinema," noted Elena Marinina, Deputy Director of the Roscongress Foundation.

Since 2007, the Spirit of Fire Film Festival has been supported by Gazprom Neft. The company co-organizes the festival and its cultural and educational program, awarding the best Russian film in the "For the Preservation of Cultural Traditions" category.

Gazprom-Media Holding is the main media partner of the film festival.

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On March 17, 2026, students from Moscow's media class visited the set of the show "Superstar! Battle of the Seasons" on NTV.

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As part of Gazprom-Media Holding's educational and practical project "PROfnavigator," students from Moscow School No. 1347 visited the NTV television channel to film the seventh episode of "Superstar! Battle of the Seasons," which was dedicated to the work of Philipp Kirkorov. The People's Artist of Russia was one of the judges.

Before filming, the students were able to watch rehearsals and the performers prepare for the show. They also had the opportunity to speak with Shura, one of this season's contestants. He shared the skills needed to succeed on TV.

The children also took a tour, during which they saw the show's backstage, learned about the filming process from the inside, toured the recording studio, went on stage, and experienced the journey of a show participant.

Students from the media class also participated in the filming of the show. They weren't just spectators on the dance floor; they actively supported the crew, applauding and observing the director and cameramen at work. It was a great opportunity to witness the "workshop" of the popular show firsthand, interact with professionals, and recharge with the energy of their favorite artists' performances.

The students' participation in the show was part of the "Media Class in a Moscow School" project and Gazprom-Media Holding's "PROfnavigator" educational and practical project, which introduces students to the media industry and develops initial professional skills in this field. NTV is part of Gazprom-Media Holding.

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Rosneft supported the Reindeer Herders' Day in Yamal.

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The main national holiday of the indigenous peoples of the North – Reindeer Herders’ Day – was held in Yamal with the support of Rosneft subsidiaries – Kharampurneftegaz and RN-Purneftegaz.

The traditional village of Kharampur has become a magnet for reindeer herders and fishermen from camps throughout the Purovsky District, as well as residents of nearby towns. The customs and secrets of the indigenous peoples of the North, who use sleds to travel across the winter tundra, are carefully passed down from generation to generation to young mushers. Race participants demonstrated their reindeer sled technique and skill along the route, and the race for first place became the festival's most spectacular event.

The national flavor and beauty of northern traditions were enhanced by Nenets songs and distinctive dances performed by folk groups. Craftswomen in vibrant traditional winter clothing, called yagushki, competed in a national costume contest. Judges assessed not only the practicality but also the intricacy of the beaded embroidery patterns on traditional winter coats and handcrafted belts. In warm tents, guests were treated to the bounty of Yamal's natural beauty—venison, fish, taiga tea, and berries.

The festive program also included a themed quiz dedicated to the history and culture of their native land. Participants of all ages answered questions about folk traditions and everyday life, nomadic routes, the symbols and meanings of ornaments, and Nenets folklore and legends.

Rosneft places special emphasis on creating conditions for the sustainable socioeconomic development of the northern territories. Social projects cover a wide range of areas, from promoting the development of reindeer herding farms to supporting educational, cultural, and sporting events. The Company's enterprises actively support initiatives that promote the preservation of the cultural heritage of indigenous ethnic groups and strengthen interethnic dialogue.

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Rosneft companies have implemented numerous social and charitable projects in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug aimed at developing ethnic communities and associations. Among them is the revival of the ethnic settlement of Kharampur. Thanks to Rosneft's assistance, Kharampur has become a cultural center for the Forest Nenets. Rosneft workers built a clubhouse, a library, and 20 permanent cottages in the village, styled after a traditional chum (tent). A boarding school was also built in the village, where children of reindeer herders and fishermen study their native language and traditional crafts. With the support of RN-Purneftegaz, scientists from the National Research University Higher School of Economics developed a series of educational materials for teaching the Forest Nenets language in elementary grades.

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On March 16, 2026, the plenary session of the Spirit of Fire festival's business program discussed children's and family content as a national priority.

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As part of the business program of the 24th International Debut Film Festival "Spirit of Fire," a plenary session was held entitled "Children's and Family Content as a National Priority. The Role of Cinema in Shaping Values and the Future Generation." The festival's thematic focus in 2026 is "Children in Cinema."

The discussion was attended by the Governor of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra Ruslan Kukharuk; President of the International Debut Film Festival "Spirit of Fire" Emir Kusturica; Member of the Management Board of Gazprom Neft Alexander Dybal; Senior Vice President – Director of External Relations of PSB Vera Podguzova; Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding Yulia Golubeva; General Producer of 1-2-3 Production Artem Mikhalkovya; General Producer of Okko, President of the International Festival of Children's and Family Film and Animation "Bear Cub" Gavriil Gordeyev (online); director, screenwriter Alexey German; Chairman of the Board of Directors of JSC Film Studio "Soyuzmultfilm", General Director of JSC "Children's and Youth Film Studio named after M. Gorky" Yuliana Slashcheva; Director of the Beijing International Children's Film Festival Li Ge (China); Vice President of the BRICS Educational Film and Media Association Syed Sultan Ahmed, online (India); Chief Director of the Film Authority Birol Guven (Türkiye).

The focus is on the role of children's and family content as a national priority, the importance of film and animation in shaping the values and worldview of the younger generation, and the search for new artistic forms and sustainable industrial models in the children's and family film segment.

"Today, we are witnessing fundamental changes in the approach to developing children's and family content. State policy in this area has undergone a significant evolution, transforming from a simple area of focus into a strategic priority. This is especially important for Yugra, where one in nine families has many children, meaning issues of children's upbringing and cultural development directly impact the region's future."

Ruslan Kukharuk, Governor of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra

In their presentations, the speakers discussed the challenges facing contemporary cinema, the formats and genres that audiences desire, the interest of global film markets in local content, the potential for international co-production, the impact of technological trends, and other issues that will shape the development of the film industry in the coming decades.

"The world has changed dramatically today, and competition for audience attention has become much more intense. Therefore, it's especially important to create a large number of good films—honest, powerful stories that can speak to people about values and meanings. Commercial success doesn't always equate to true quality, but a truly good film always remains in the viewer's heart and becomes part of the culture."

Emir Kusturica, President of the International Debut Film Festival "Spirit of Fire"

The Spirit of Fire festival has become a true cultural bridge, opening the way for Russian filmmakers to the BRICS markets. Today, BRICS represents half the planet's population and almost a third of global GDP. These are priority film markets for promoting Russian cinema and animation.

"The topic of 'Children in Cinema' is incredibly important. What our children watch today largely determines how they will view the world tomorrow. Cinema, to a large extent, lays the foundation for generations' worldviews. It gives people shared emotions, values, and role models."

Alexander Dybal, Member of the Management Board of Gazprom Neft

The festival's business program offers Russian filmmakers the opportunity to find co-production partners, establish creative exports, and propose scripts and stories that unite audiences around the world based on cultural consonance and shared values. In support of this value platform, the Roscongress Foundation is implementing the "Soul of Russia" project. This large-scale humanitarian initiative has already united 18 Russian regions, 10 countries, and over 50,000 participants. At this year's Spirit of Fire, the Roscongress Foundation will present a special award for the second consecutive year for participants in the international program: the "Soul of Russia. World Cinema" prize. It will be presented to the creator of a debut film for their contribution to the preservation of traditional spiritual values around the world.

"There's a lot of high-quality family-friendly content being made today, but there's a dearth of original projects and new characters. Of course, fairy tales and remakes are a significant and commercially successful part of the film industry, and they should continue to be made, but it's important to maintain a balance. If there aren't enough new stories and characters, we risk audience fatigue and a loss of interest in new releases overall. We recognize this challenge and are keeping it in focus. And I have no doubt that the films featured in this 24th Spirit of Fire festival will surprise us in this regard."

Yulia Golubeva, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

The Spirit of Fire International Film Festival has been held in Yugra since 2002 with the support of the regional government. The festival is Russia's largest international platform for emerging filmmakers. Gazprom Neft has supported Spirit of Fire for 19 years. The company co-organizes the festival's cultural and educational program and awards the best Russian film in the "For the Preservation of Cultural Traditions" category.

Gazprom-Media Holding is the main media partner of the film festival.

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Polar bears cared for by Rosneft have given birth to a cub at the Novosibirsk Zoo.

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A polar bear pair under the care of Rosneft has welcomed a cub into the care of a parent at the Novosibirsk Zoo. The mother bear has already emerged from her den with the new addition.

Preserving and protecting the polar bear population is one of the key focuses of Rosneft's environmental program. Since 2013, all polar bears in Russian zoos have been under the Company's care.

Polar bears Kai and Gerda, who live at the Novosibirsk Zoo, became parents for the first time in 2013. The newborn cub is their seventh. Zoologists and veterinarians are monitoring the cub using cameras installed throughout the enclosure. According to specialists, the cub is active and has a good appetite. Specialists will determine the newborn's gender during the first veterinary examination.

The birth of a polar bear in a zoo is a significant event that helps preserve the population of this species. This polar predator is listed in the Russian Federation's Red Data Book as endangered, as well as in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List as rare or endangered. The total polar bear population in Russia is approximately 4,000 individuals.

Along with the newborn cub, Rosneft is already caring for 37 polar bears in 16 zoos across the country. The company provides care, feeding, veterinary care, enclosure renovation and construction, and is also involved in the development of special toys to enhance the animals' physical activity.

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Rosneft is also implementing a comprehensive program to support and protect polar bears living in the wild without their mothers' care. Thanks to this program, six orphaned polar bear cubs have been rescued in the Russian Arctic.

Since 2014, Rosneft has been conducting polar bear research expeditions in collaboration with leading Russian scientists. Since then, the Company has organized 10 scientific expeditions. In 2024, Rosneft began a new four-year cycle of polar bear research as part of its corporate Tamura program for preserving the biodiversity of Arctic ecosystems.

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Rosneft organized a tour of the corporate research institute for graduate students from Gubkin University.

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Rosneft Research and Development Center staff gave graduate students from Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas a tour of the catalytic oil refining laboratories.

During the tour, students learned about the processes and specifics of developing and producing modern catalysts used in oil refining to produce various types of fuels and oils. They were shown catalyst testing equipment, much of which is manufactured in-house and installed by laboratory staff.

The Center's scientists also presented an exhibition of catalysts for winter and Arctic diesel fuels and high-octane gasolines, and shared their experience in developing them from concept to implementation.

The tour sparked interest in internships and employment opportunities at the research center. Career guidance, identification, support, and development of talented youth are key areas of the Company's youth policy.

Researchers at Rosneft's Research and Development Center regularly conduct tours of their laboratories for students from relevant universities, schoolchildren from Rosneft Classes, and activists from the Movement of the First, immersing them in the profession from their school days. University students have the opportunity to intern in laboratories and other departments under the guidance of experienced mentors, gain practical experience, prove themselves, and potentially find employment even before completing their studies.

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Every year, approximately 200 Gubkin University students complete internships and internships at Rosneft. The best students and promising faculty are rewarded with corporate grants and scholarships. Furthermore, university students participate in Rosneft's scientific and technical conferences for young specialists, and the best students of Rosneft Classes from the Company's production regions are admitted to Gubkin Russian State University after graduating. Currently, over 140 Rosneft Classes graduates are studying at the university.

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On March 9, 2026, Gazprom-Media Holding congratulated veterans of the North Caucasus Military District on Defender of the Fatherland Day.

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As part of its PRO_Care corporate social responsibility program, Gazprom-Media Holding congratulated veterans of the special military operation on Defender of the Fatherland Day.

Representatives of Gazprom-Media Holding participated in events at the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces and the Moscow Military Commissariat to personally congratulate veterans of the special military operation on the holiday and support those who today guard the interests of the Motherland.

At the invitation of the General Staff, Antonina Priezzheva, the Holding's HR Director, attended a gala event dedicated to the anniversary of the founding of the Main Organizational and Mobilization Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. The event was organized to foster patriotic activism among personnel, preserve the glorious traditions of military service, and enhance the spiritual and moral development of the younger generation. Also in March, a gala meeting to congratulate veterans of the Air Defense Forces was held at the Moscow Military Commissariat. During the event, words of gratitude were expressed to veterans and participants of the special military operation for their courage, bravery, and dedication to duty, and valuable gifts from Gazprom-Media Holding were presented.

"It's important for us not just to offer words of support but to back them up with actions, including personally saying 'thank you' to those who do so much for our security. Defending the Fatherland isn't just a service; it's a daily heroic act, and we're pleased to have the opportunity to help veterans by providing whatever assistance and support we can."

Antonina Priezzheva, HR Director, Gazprom-Media Holding

This campaign marks another step in Gazprom-Media Holding's long-term strategy to support special operation veterans and their families. The goal of the Holding's corporate social responsibility policy is to demonstrate through action that we value and are proud of our heroes.

Gazprom-Media Holding and its companies regularly host patriotic events, including charity events, special film and play screenings, meetings with veterans and participants of the Special Military Forces, and more.

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The economic impact of Bashneft's energy conservation program exceeded 1.3 billion rubles.

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Following the implementation of energy conservation measures in 2025, Bashneft Oil Company (part of Rosneft) reduced its energy consumption by more than 80,000 tons of standard fuel, with an economic impact exceeding 1.3 billion rubles.

Energy consumption in oil and gas production has been reduced by over 18,000 tons of standard fuel. At the company's fields in Bashkortostan, the use of high-efficiency horizontal pumping units in the reservoir pressure maintenance system has begun. At assets in the Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug – Yugra, the main benefit was achieved through the implementation of new equipment in the mechanized well stock.

In the oil refining unit, energy savings in 2025 increased by 78% compared to the previous year, amounting to 513 million rubles, or over 56,000 tons of equivalent fuel. The main benefits were achieved through optimizing the operating modes of energy-intensive equipment, upgrading heat exchangers, modifying the heating system for storage tanks in the commodity storage facilities, and rolling out an improved process control system.

In the petrochemicals unit, savings amounted to more than 5,800 tons of equivalent fuel, or 63.9 million rubles. A significant portion was achieved through reduced fuel and steam consumption, optimized pipeline operation, and the introduction of energy-efficient lighting equipment.

Bashneft-Retail saved 67 tons of fuel equivalent by replacing lighting at several gas stations with energy-saving ones and installing energy-efficient heating boilers.

Improving the efficiency of production assets is a key element of Rosneft's strategy. The company is systematically working to optimize energy resources, reduce energy consumption, and optimize electrical loads and thermal processes.

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Bashneft Oil Company is one of the oldest companies in the country's oil and gas industry, operating in oil and gas production and refining. The company's key assets are located in the Republic of Bashkortostan. Oil and gas exploration and production are also conducted in the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra, the Nenets Autonomous Okrug, the Orenburg Region, and the Republic of Tatarstan.

Bashneft-Retail LLC operates Bashneft filling stations in 14 regions of Russia. The company's filling stations offer high-quality fuels produced by Bashneft refineries, including Euro-5 and Euro-6 gasolines, its own ATUM gasoline brands, and diesel fuel.

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Rosneft opened a Center of Excellence for Onshore Drilling at Tyumen Industrial University.

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Rosneft has opened a "Onshore Drilling" Competence Center at the Tyumen Industrial University. This new, unique training facility provides comprehensive training for drilling and well workover specialists.

The Center comprises five specialized classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art Russian simulator systems. The equipment simulates real drilling conditions and fully replicates the workstations of a driller, his assistant, and engineering and technical personnel. All multimedia solutions are developed by domestic developers, ensuring technological independence and compliance with current production standards.

The simulators help develop and refine skills in tripping operations, choke application, surface equipment management, and drilling crew interaction during drilling operations. Trainees will be able to practice over 30 real-world scenarios in various geological conditions.

Every year, the Competence Center will provide training for university students, as well as advanced training for employees of Rosneft subsidiaries and specialized service organizations.

RN-Uvatneftegaz (part of Rosneft) provided organizational support for the project. The company's specialists actively participated in developing the Center's concept, testing the simulator systems, and developing the educational programs' methodology, taking into account current production challenges.

As part of the Rosneft 2030 strategy, the Company supports government initiatives to develop the country's education system and human resources. Rosneft not only invests in the creation of unique educational centers but also develops professional standards by integrating cutting-edge scientific research into the educational process.

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RN-Uvatneftegaz, a subsidiary of Rosneft Oil Company, explores and develops fields located in the Uvatsky District of the Tyumen Region and the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra. The company's cumulative oil production exceeds 150 million tons since the start of production at the Uvat project in 2007.

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Kondaneft's impact from innovation exceeded 1.1 billion rubles.

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NK Kondaneft (part of the Rosneft oil production complex) achieved an economic benefit of over 1.1 billion rubles following the implementation of production efficiency improvement projects (PEI) in 2025.

Among the implemented innovations were 15 developed by the company's specialists. The greatest economic benefits were achieved in the areas of well logging and field development, as well as geological and technical measures.

As part of one of the most successful well testing optimization projects, the company's specialists increased production by applying a modern production and pressure analysis method that does not require well shutdowns. The impact of this method exceeded 300 million rubles.

Optimizing the operating time of the flexible tubing fleet during the commissioning of new wells using multi-stage high-pressure hydraulic fracturing resulted in savings of over 100 million rubles. Reducing the time required to perform logging during horizontal well drilling resulted in savings of approximately 50 million rubles.

Kondaneft is systematically developing a system to improve operational efficiency and implement innovations. Since 2019, the company's employees have implemented 64 operational efficiency improvement projects.

Improving operational efficiency is a key element of Rosneft's strategy. The company is implementing extensive efforts to reduce operating costs and capital investments, including through the implementation of advanced technological solutions.

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NK Kondaneft is developing the Kondinskaya group of fields in the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra. The total license area is over 5,000 square kilometers.

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