SOCAR, Baker Hughes ink deal on electric submersible pumps assembly
The State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) and Baker Hughes have signed a cooperation agreement.
The document signed by SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf and Baker Hughes President an CEO Lorenzo Simonelli envisages the assembly, repair and maintenance of electric submersible pumps (ESP) in Azerbaijan, the SOCAR’s press service told News.Az.According to the agreement between SOCAR Azneft Production Union and Baker Hughes Services International Inc, a new centre will be created for assembling ESPs. At the initial stage, 50 kits will be supplied to Azerbaijan.
The innovative approach that will be implemented will simplify processes and increase efficiency and productivity. As a result of using the new technology, it will be possible to avoid the difficulties with previous submersible pumps, including production downtime due to maintenance and loss of productivity. The exceptional reliability will be ensured in the operation of submersible pumps thanks to an innovative approach by greatly increasing their service life.
SOCAR strives to further improve its activity and achieve success through strategic cooperation and exchange of experience with partners, as well as innovative approaches and the introduction of new technologies.





