Consulting for the Extractive & Natural Resources Sector
Scientific research in the field of subsoil use
10+ Years of Experience · 50+ Completed Projects
About ONYX LS
ONYX LS is a Kazakhstan-based consulting company with over 10 years of experience in the field of subsoil use.
- The company’s specialists participated in the development of legislation on subsoil and subsoil use (2010 and 2017).
- More than 50 successfully implemented projects in the subsoil use sector.
- Since 2023, the company has launched a new line of business focused on research and development in the field of subsoil use.
- Starting from 2026, a new business line will be launched in cooperation with a drilling company for drilling wells at oil and gas fields.
Why Choose ONYX LS
10+ Years of Experience
50+ PROJECTS COMPLETED
R&D Partnerships
Our Services
Comprehensive Consulting in the Natural Resources Sector
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D)
Comprehensive project support
TRANSACTIONS INVOLVING SUBSOIL USE RIGHTS
Regulatory and Legal CONSULTING
TRAINING AND EXPERT SEMINARS ON SUBSOIL USE
DRILLING SERVICES
WHO WE WORK WITH
We support projects at every stage of subsurface use — from concept development and licensing to full-scale implementation and project completion.
SUBSOIL USERS
Companies engaged in subsoil use operations for the development of hydrocarbons and/or solid minerals.
Investors and Holdings
Investors considering projects in the subsoil use sector, including transaction support and risk assessment.
Exploration Companies
Support for geological exploration activities, including licensing and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Foreign Companies
Comprehensive support for foreign companies entering the market of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Subsurface Use Services (FAQ)
What types of subsurface use do you work with?
We provide consulting services in the field of solid minerals, widely occurring mineral resources, and groundwater. We also support projects at all stages of subsurface use — from obtaining a licence to contract closure.
Do you work with existing licences and contracts?
Yes. We provide advisory support for active subsurface use contracts, including:
amendments and modifications;
extension of contract terms;
adjustments to work programmes;
legal and technical audits.
Can you provide full turnkey support for obtaining a subsurface use licence?
Yes. We offer comprehensive end-to-end support for obtaining subsurface use rights, including:
selection of the subsurface area;
preparation of all required documentation;
participation in the auction process;
registration of the licence and contract.
Do you operate across Kazakhstan?
Yes. We provide services throughout the entire territory of Kazakhstan, regardless of the region or the remoteness of the project site.
Which government authorities do you work with?
We interact with:
the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan;
the Committee of Geology;
local executive authorities;
authorised government bodies in the fields of environmental protection and land use.
Do you have experience with complex and high-risk cases?
Yes. Our specialists have over 10 years of practical experience, including work with:
suspended licences;
breaches of contractual obligations;
disputes with authorised government bodies;
projects with high regulatory risk.
Do you provide legal support services?
Yes. We provide legal consulting in the field of subsurface use, including:
legal analysis;
preparation of legal opinions;
support during inspections and audits;
representation and protection of the subsurface user’s interests.
Do you assist with subsurface use reporting?
Yes. We prepare and support:
annual and quarterly reports;
work programme reports;
reports for government authorities;
advisory support on proper documentation and record-keeping.
Do you work with investors and foreign companies?
Да. Мы сопровождаем проекты с участием иностранных инвесторов, включая:
адаптацию к законодательству РК,
правовой и регуляторный due diligence,
консалтинг на английском и русском языках.
How much does a consultation cost and where do we start?
The cost depends on the complexity of the project.
The first step is an initial consultation, during which we:
analyse your objectives;
assess potential risks;
propose the optimal solution and cooperation format.
ONYX LS Representative Office in the UK
CONTACTS
Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana, Uly Dala St. 57, non-residential premises 12
Turkestan St. 16, Office 4004