About Us

PACE Analytics – The Leading Analytical Company in Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals and Energy in Kazakhstan.

We specialize in delivering in-depth market analysis, expert insights and strategic forecasts on critical development challenges in the oil & gas, petrochemical, and chemical industries.

Analytics

Deep analysis of market trends and trends in the energy sector

Expertise

Professional consultations on the development of the energy sector

PACE Analytics
PACE Analytics

Founder

Askar Ismailov

Askar Ismailov is an expert in the oil & gas, petrochemical, and chemical industries. He has a long-standing management experience in both international and Kazakhstani projects. He is the founder of PACE Analytics and has authored numerous analytical materials and publications on the development of the petrochemical industry, energy policy, and economics.

Key Achievements:

  • Expert in the oil & gas, petrochemical, and chemical industries
  • Author of Telegram-channel PACE
  • Regular speaker at industry conferences
  • Author of analytical materials on energy policy and economics

Public Activities:

  • Vice-president of the Capital Practical Shooting Federation of IPSC
  • Vice-president of the Road Brothers MCC Kazakhstan
  • Ambassador of the BirgeBastau charitable foundation

Publications

Kazakhstan's OPEC Oil Puzzle

Analysis of Kazakhstan's relationship with OPEC and its impact on the country's oil sector.

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Is Kazakhstan's Exit from OPEC Possible?

Analysis of potential scenarios and consequences of Kazakhstan's possible exit from OPEC.

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Gas Trap: Why Kazakhstan Risks Repeating Uzbekistan's Path

Analysis of Kazakhstan's gas sector issues and comparison with Uzbekistan's experience.

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Due to China-US Conflict, Kazakhstan Will Have to Rely on National Fund

Analysis of the impact of US-China conflict on Kazakhstan's economy and the role of the National Fund.

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What Will They Tell Trump About Tengiz

Discussion of issues that Chevron and ExxonMobil may raise regarding their projects in Kazakhstan during the meeting with President Trump.

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R90 Probability – Oil Storage Facilities Needed Urgently

Discussion of the need to create oil storage facilities in Kazakhstan amid conflict escalation and threats to energy infrastructure.

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Top 10 "Shocking" Predictions for Kazakhstan's Oil and Gas Industry in 2024

Predictions about major events in Kazakhstan's oil and gas industry for 2024, including possible changes and challenges.

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Export of Petroleum Products from Kazakhstan. Year Results and 2023 Prospects

Analysis of the year's results for petroleum products export from Kazakhstan and forecasts for 2023.

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Petrochemicals: The Situation in Russia and Risks for Kazakhstan

Reflections following a work trip to Russia's petrochemical plants, discussing the impact of sanctions and the industry's development.

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Chinese Shareholders Disappointed in Kazakh Specialists

Analysis of the situation with the Shymkent Refinery expansion project and Chinese shareholders' disappointment in Kazakh specialists.

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Expert in Petrochemicals: Secondary Sanctions Against Kazakhstan Will Be Considered Individually

Analysis of expert opinion on secondary sanctions against Kazakhstan and their individual consideration.

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Kazakh Polyethylene Project Should Be Closed

Analysis of the Kazakh polyethylene project, its current state, problems, and reasons why it should be closed.

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Petrochemistry and Oil Refining in New Kazakhstan

Analysis of the state and development prospects of petrochemical industry and oil refining in Kazakhstan, including assessment of current projects and strategic directions.

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120 Years and a New Look into the Future

Analysis of the prospects for the development of Kazakhstan's oil industry in the context of 120 years of history and global changes in the energy sector.

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Future of Oil. Expert Names Global Trends

Analysis of global trends in the oil industry, development prospects, and strategic directions for Kazakhstan in the changing energy landscape.

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KazMunayGas: Transformation. Myth or Reality?

Analysis of the transformation process of the national company KazMunayGas, its goals, challenges, and development prospects in Kazakhstan's oil and gas industry.

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Barrel Help You

Analysis of the need for Kazakhstan's oil and gas industry to transition to barrel measurements, considering international standards and practices of major fields.

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An Overhead View: UAVs in Oil and Gas Industry

Analysis of unmanned aerial vehicles application in Kazakhstan's oil and gas industry, their benefits and development prospects.

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Street Workout Federation Promotes Emerging Sport Open to Everyone

An overview of the Street Workout Federation's efforts to promote street workout as an accessible sport in Kazakhstan.

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Interviews

Oil & Gas Market