Active in the natural gas wholesale market since 2009, SOCAR Energy Trading is one of the largest private sector players in Türkiye and a leading company in electricity trading and sales. Providing natural gas and electricity trading and sales services to all stakeholders, including its group companies, the company has an annual trading and sales volume of 17 TWh. Aiming to be a strong solution partner for its customers in the energy market, SOCAR Energy Trading continues to enhance its service quality through innovative products and carbon-neutral solutions.

As a key component of this integrated structure, the Central Anatolia Natural Gas Combined-Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant (İÇAN, with an installed capacity of 870 MW, stands out as a strategic investment that strengthens SOCAR Türkiye’s energy value chain. Operating with high-efficiency combined cycle technology, the plant contributes to Türkiye’s electricity supply security while enabling the more value-added utilization of natural gas.

The electricity generation capacity of the plant supports SOCAR Energy Trading’s portfolio by contributing to base load and balancing needs in the domestic market, while also providing a competitive advantage in electricity trading activities. Through this integrated approach—from natural gas to electricity—SOCAR Türkiye maintains a stronger, more balanced, and sustainable position within the energy ecosystem.