CHHP-1 named after B.Orazbayev – a space for energy, sports, and great victories!
The long-awaited event took place on 2 May 2025 at CHHP-1 named after B.Orazbayev – the grand opening of modern sports grounds. The celebration started with a vivid Kazakh ritual called ‘shashu’, which symbolizes prosperity, joy, and generosity. Following tradition, the station workers showered each other with sweets, wishing the new sports complex prosperity and bright victories and great health to all its visitors.
The football field, volleyball and basketball courts were a real gift for the station’s employees and a manifestation of the management’s concern for the health and unity of the team.
It was the youth organization Zharqyn Bolashak that came up with the idea of creating sports facilities and proposed a project to build sports grounds for AlES employees. Senior management supported the initiative, and thanks to the personal involvement of Chairman of the Board Yerik Mashirov, the project was successfully implemented.
– “This is our dream that has come true! CHPP-1 has always been a training ground for the energy sector in Kazakhstan, and now it should become a training ground for champions,” said Tursun Zhakupova, chair of the trade union committee, with pride.
The new facility was built using advanced technologies and high-quality materials. Particular attention was paid to the drainage system: the foundation was designed in accordance with professional football field standards, which prevents water logging and ensures the safety of the surface.
– “This is the first modern facility of its kind to be built by AlES, and it symbolizes the company’s commitment to creating a comfortable and healthy environment for every employee,” emphasized Aset Amirbekov, head of the station repair service and chairman of the Zharkyn Bolashak trade union.
The staff of the CHHP-1 named after B.Orazbayev is already famous for its excellent basketball, volleyball and football teams. Now the athletes have an excellent opportunity to train at a convenient time – before or after work, as well as during their lunch break.
“We have a great basketball team. This year, we won second place in the sports festival. I hope we’ll bring home the gold next year!” shared Murat Moldabaev, shift supervisor at the boiler house, enthusiastically.
“That’s so great! We can now play sports right here at the station. It’s very convenient and good for our health,” added Shynar Sakenova, a chemical analysis lab assistant in the Commissioning and Environmental Protection Department.
The new facilities and sports grounds are not just new buildings, but an important step in the development of our corporate culture.
– We are opening a sports complex at CHPP-1 today, which is a significant event for the entire company. I am convinced that our young people will reach new heights, said Murat Sarsembayev, head of the Turbine Shop.
Station Director Zhanabek Adilkhanov noted that the project was made possible thanks to the coordinated work of the team and the support of management: “Now our employees can play, train and strengthen team spirit right here at the station.”
The sports ground has already become a place of interest for CHPP-1 employees. Tournaments, sports competitions and friendly matches will be held here, bringing colleagues together.
We have excellent volleyball and basketball teams. Now we will be able to practice our moves and become even stronger. We are very grateful to the management!’ said Aidaraly Batraly, an electrician repairing relay protection and automation equipment in the Electrical Workshop.
The launch of the sports complex is not only a contribution to the health of employees, but also a shining example of how caring for the team creates an atmosphere of trust, motivation and true unity. The ‘shashu’ ritual at the beginning of the celebration symbolized the start of a new era, where traditions, sports and corporate spirit come together, energizing us for future great achievements!
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