Kazakhmys has announced an investment of 214.7 million tenge towards the modernisation of the administrative and living quarters at the Karagayly enrichment plant. This initiative is part of a broader programme aimed at upgrading production infrastructure and enhancing working conditions for employees, as reported by Toppress citing the corporation’s press service.
The renovation project, which commenced on July 2, 2026, encompasses a total area of 1,326 square metres. It includes comprehensive updates to the facility, covering everything from internal spaces to the facade, roofing, and engineering systems. At this stage, the roofing has been completely replaced, and wooden structures have been treated with fire and biological protective compounds. The facade has been clad with metal siding, and new PVC windows have been installed.
Internally, the second floor has undergone a reconfiguration, with old wall, floor, and ceiling finishes removed, and new plaster applied to the surfaces. In the sanitary areas and showers, tiling is currently being laid, and bimetallic radiators have been installed. Key external works, including roof repairs and glazing, were completed in August, and facade finishing has now begun. The internal finishing of the first floor and the construction of concrete walkways are ongoing.
In parallel, the surrounding area has also been improved, with the asphalt covering of the road from the checkpoint to the administrative building being renewed. The entire complex of works is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
Kazakhmys has indicated that a total of 2.44 billion tenge has been allocated this year for the renewal of administrative and living infrastructure, which includes renovations of dormitories, health posts, canteens, laboratories, and other facilities. The Karagayly enrichment plant is part of the Qaragayly Tau-ken ondirisi structure and processes polymetallic ores from the Abyz, Akbastau, and Khadzhikonkan deposits, with an annual production capacity of 1.4 million tonnes of ore, primarily producing copper and pyrite concentrates.
