Arman Kospayev

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in strategic management and project oversight at KMG Systems & Services LLP. Demonstrated success in infrastructure development and stakeholder engagement, resulting in enhanced operational excellence and compliance. Skilled in leading diverse teams to meet ambitious objectives, driving revenue growth and technical advancements in challenging environments.

• Date of Birth: 09/05/82
• Nationality: Kazakh

• Kazakh, Fluent, Fluent, Fluent, Yes
• Russian, Fluent, Fluent, Fluent, Yes
• Turkish, Fluent, Fluent, Fluent, Yes
• English, Fluent, Fluent, Fluent, Yes

KMG – CPC SPM Project, 2022-2026, EPC contract with Bluewater for delivery and commissioning of Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC). Managed full project lifecycle from procurement of equipment to customs clearance and logistics coordination with Russian stakeholders. Oversaw engineering inspections, FAT/SAT, and compliance with international marine standards. SOCAR – Oil Spill Response Services, 2023-2025, Supervised OSR operations on Aktau–Baku route for SOCAR in partnership with Kazakhstan’s Emergency Services. Transitioned project to Ministry of Emergency Situations subsidiary, including equipment transfer and training. Established monitoring and reporting systems to meet bilateral environmental compliance. NCOC – North Caspian Oil Spill Response Base, 2013-Present, Managed long-term lease and O&M contract; supported base logistics, equipment readiness, and infrastructure development. Led impact assessment studies for ACV hovercraft routes and successfully obtained spawning-season permits. Delivered OSR fleet support, equipment calibration, and regulatory documentation. TCO – Oil Spill Response, 2014-2015, Delivered OSR services along international marine corridor (Aktau–Baku) in cooperation with NRC International. Oversaw readiness of vessels and coordination with marine authorities in Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. Mauritius Emergency Response, 2016, Led international response team during oil spill from Benita vessel near Mauritius. Managed hazardous material recovery and marine biodiversity protection efforts. KPI Modular Delivery, 2020, Managed logistics and permitting for delivery of modular industrial equipment to the new KPI plant. Navigated spawning season constraints and coordinated with environmental protection agencies. Zhambyl Petroleum & Satpayev Operating, 2015-2018, Developed and delivered customized OSR programs including training, simulations, and real-time response readiness. Maintained equipment, reported to stakeholders, and managed supply of consumables. NCOC ACV Terminal, 2016-2018, Led feasibility and detailed design for air-cushion vehicle (ACV) passenger terminal. Aligned with marine safety protocols and transport ministry requirements. NCOC Dredging Project, 2018, Managed ecological and operational aspects of Promorskyi Channel dredging. Coordinated contractors, scheduling, and technical reporting to regulatory bodies. North Buzachi Oilfield, 2004-2011, Drilling new wells from 30 up 150 per year. Increasing production up to 1.9 million tons per year. Administrative and technical assistance.

• MBA
• EMBA

• Letter of Appreciation, President Nursultan Nazarbayev, 2011
• Letter of Appreciation, Minister of Oil and Gas Uzakbai Karabalin, 2014
• Medal, 20 Years of Maslikhat, Mukashev T., 2014
• Certificate of Appreciation, Akim of Aktau, Trumov S., 2016
• Certificate of Appreciation, Chairman of JSC NC KazMunayGas, Mynbayev S.M., 2017
• Medal, 125 Years of Kazakh Oil, Ministry of Energy