Gubkin University develops cooperation with LUKOIL

On November 8, 2017 the President and CEO of LUKOIL Vagit Alekperov made a visit to Gubkin University. The opening ceremony of the new University facilities took place during the visit.

The President of LUKOIL Vagit Alekperov took part in the opening ceremony of the new facilities at Gubkin University. The Academic Research Ground, the Center for Field Development Control and exhibition expositions had been reconstructed with the support of the company. In addition, with the assistance of LUKOIL, the Specialized Department of Renewable Energy Sources was launched at the University earlier this academic year.

"Today Gubkin University is the leading academic and research center of the Russian fuel and energy complex. LUKOIL and Gubkin University have long-standing and friendly business relations,” said Vagit Alekperov.

During the ceremony the Rector of Gubkin University Viktor Martynov presented the University Golden Partner Award to the President of LUKOIL.

As part of the visit, Vagit Alekperov also gave a lecture on the trends in development of the world fuel and energy sector and the Russian oil industry as well as replied the questions addressed by the University students, faculty and staff.