VPU-2 has begun operation at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. Oil can now be loaded onto tankers simultaneously via three units — more details can be seen in the infographic. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.

What is VPU

VPU is an offshore loading complex located at sea that allows oil to be loaded onto tankers at a distance from the shore.

The new unit

The new VPU-2 unit was recently installed at the CPC terminal. The previous unit was disabled in November 2025 as a result of an attack by a Ukrainian surface drone.

Key facts

  • 01VPU-2 has begun operation at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
  • 02Oil can be loaded onto tankers simultaneously via three units.
  • 03The new VPU-2 unit was recently installed at the CPC terminal.
  • 04The previous unit was disabled in November 2025 as a result of an attack by a Ukrainian surface drone.
  • 05More details can be seen in the infographic.