: SOCAR has begun diversifying into sustainable energy, commissioning Switzerland’s first fast-charging station for electric trucks and exploring offshore wind projects with Technip Energies. Controversies and Public Image
: SOCAR operates the Heydar Aliyev Baku Oil Refinery , the country's only such facility, and the STAR Oil Refinery in Turkey. Socar Wikipedia
While a major economic driver, SOCAR has faced significant scrutiny: : SOCAR has begun diversifying into sustainable energy,
: The brand operates fueling stations across Azerbaijan, Georgia, Ukraine, Romania, Switzerland, and Austria. Corporate Landmarks and Leadership Corporate Landmarks and Leadership , or the State
, or the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan , is a fully state-owned national oil and gas corporation headquartered in Baku, Azerbaijan. As of 2026, it remains a critical pillar of the Azerbaijani economy, managing the country's vast hydrocarbon reserves both onshore and offshore in the Caspian Sea. Core Operations and Infrastructure
SOCAR's activities span the entire energy value chain, from exploration to retail:
: By 2025, the company expanded its footprint by acquiring a 10% stake in Israel's Tamar gas field and signing agreements to deliver gas to Syria via Turkey.