Kiyanly Polymer Plant

The Kiyanly Polymer Plant, located in the Balkan region on the Caspian Sea coast, is one of the largest gas-chemical projects in Central Asia. Commissioned in October 2018, the complex was built for approximately $3.4 billion and represents a milestone in the diversification of Turkmenistan's economy. The facility specializes in processing natural gas into high-value polymers, such as high-density polyethylene and polypropylene. It has an annual capacity to process 5 billion cubic meters of natural gas, yielding about 386,000 tons of polyethylene and 81,000 tons of polypropylene. The plant utilizes advanced technologies licensed from global leaders like TOYO, INEOS, and Lummus Global, ensuring high efficiency and environmental safety. The project was realized by an international consortium led by Hyundai Engineering and LG International. The products from Kiyanly are used in various industries, from packaging to automotive parts, and are exported to markets worldwide. This plant is a key pillar in Turkmenistan's strategy to transform from a raw material exporter into a producer of high-tech chemical products.

Nearby cities

Türkmenbaşy

The country's main port city on the coast of the Caspian Sea.

Balkanabat

The center of Turkmenistan's oil and gas industry in the west of the country.

Serdar

A city in the Balkan Region traditionally associated with crafts.

Gumdag

An industrial city in the Balkan Region specialized in oil and gas.

Bereket

An important railway junction in the Balkan Region on the north-south axis.

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Mollakara Lake

A hypersaline lake in the Karakum Desert, famous for its therapeutic muds and modern sanatorium.

Hazar

A port city on the Cheleken Peninsula on the Caspian Sea.

Yangykala Canyon

Spectacular rock formations in vibrant colors that resemble a Martian landscape.

History & landmarks

Awaza Tourist Zone

Awaza is an ambitious resort project on the Caspian Sea, featuring luxury hotels, artificial canals, and parks.

Nature

Türkmenbaşy Gulf Coast

This stretch of coast on the Caspian Sea is characterized by sheltered bays and important wetlands.

Garabogazköl Coast

An isolated coastal region on the shallow lagoon of the Caspian Sea.

Atrek River

A river in the southwest flowing into the Caspian Sea.

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Chandyr River

A small but highly scenic river in the western Kopet Dag mountains.

Sumbar River

A picturesque river in the southwest flowing through a green gorge.

More places

Awaza Aqua Park

A large water park on the Caspian coast that is very popular with children and tourists.

Turkmenbashi Seaside Park

A scenic park along the coast that allows for walks with sea views.

Turkmenbashi International Seaport

The largest port of Turkmenistan on the Caspian Sea, a major hub for international trade.

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Turkmenbashi Oil Refinery

The largest petrochemical complex in the country, producing a wide range of oil and gas products.

Caspian Seal Habitat

A coastal protected area in the Caspian Sea important for the survival of the endangered Caspian seal.

Hazar State Nature Reserve

A protected area on the coast of the Caspian Sea, ideal for waterfowl.

Hazar Chemical Plant

A facility located on the Caspian Sea for the production of basic chemicals such as iodine and bromine.

Krasnovodsk Plateau

A barren plateau in the west of the country bordering the Caspian Sea.