SOCAR completes Iğdır-Nakhchivan gas pipeline project with strategic partner BOTAS

The Iğdır-Nakhchivan Gas Pipeline is a strategic and pivotal energy project connecting Türkiye and Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, addressing the region’s energy needs and fostering regional cooperation. Spanning 97.5 kilometres, the pipeline includes 80 kilometres in Türkiye’s Iğdır province and 17.5 kilometres in Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan region.

Its construction, which began with a groundbreaking ceremony on 25 September 2023, attended by President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, was set for completion in December 2024. The project’s Türkiye and Azerbaijan section was completed and fully tested on schedule. This pipeline will transport approximately 730 million cubic meters of natural gas annually with possible expansion to 1.82 billion cubic meters of natural gas. The project addresses Nakhchivan’s long-standing energy challenges caused by its geographic isolation and dependence on Iranian supplies. By connecting to Türkiye’s extensive BOTAS network, the pipeline enhances energy security for the region and deepens economic ties between the two countries.

During construction, environmental considerations were also prioritised, including the planting of 1,500 trees in Nakhchivan to offset the project’s ecological impact. This initiative highlights the project’s adherence to international environmental standards and its dedication to preserving regional biodiversity.

The Iğdır-Nakhchivan Gas Pipeline is more than an infrastructure project; it symbolizes the deepening strategic partnership between Türkiye and Azerbaijan, promoting energy security, regional stability, and sustainable development for the South Caucasus.

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