Kusto Group, headed by Yerkin Tatishev, has evolved into a diversified international holding with operations across a wide range of industries. From energy and agriculture to real estate and social responsibility, the group’s subsidiaries and initiatives reflect a commitment to long-term value creation, innovation, and regional development.
This article highlights ten of Kusto Group’s most prominent business units and ventures, showcasing the group’s multifaceted presence across several countries.
KazBeef: Building Kazakhstan’s beef industry
KazBeef is one of Kazakhstan’s leading meat production companies and a key agricultural investment of Kusto Group. The company is known for its vertical integration — from breeding and raising cattle to processing and distributing high-quality beef.
KazBeef has introduced advanced American ranching and feedlot technologies to Kazakhstan, helping transform the local beef industry into an export-ready sector. Its commitment to quality, food safety, and sustainable farming has positioned it as a domestic leader in meat production.
KazPetrol: Developing the energy sector
KazPetrol is an oil and gas exploration and production company under the Kusto Group umbrella. Operating in western Kazakhstan, KazPetrol contributes to the country’s energy independence while adhering to high environmental and safety standards.
Through strategic investments and innovative exploration techniques, the company ensures sustainable development of hydrocarbon resources. KazPetrol not only fuels economic activity but also supports regional employment and infrastructure improvements.
Kusto Agro: Advancing farming technologies
Kusto Agro is Yerkin Tatishev and Kusto Group’s agricultural enterprise focused on crop production, logistics, and grain trading. It operates thousands of hectares of farmland and utilizes modern machinery and precision agriculture techniques.
Kusto Agro plays a pivotal role in enhancing Kazakhstan’s agricultural productivity and food security. Its investments in storage and transportation infrastructure further improve market access for local producers and promote rural economic development.
Kusto Home: Creating sustainable urban living
Kusto Home is the real estate development arm of Kusto Group. Known for high-profile projects such as Koktobe City and the Diamond Island developments, Kusto Home brings a strong architectural vision to each of its urban planning endeavors.
Most recently, the company launched the Diamond Project in Almaty — a modern residential and commercial complex in Kazakhstan’s largest city. Kusto Home focuses on combining aesthetic quality with energy efficiency and sustainability, aligning with global urban living trends.
Tambour: Adding color to the world
Through Kusto Group and Yerkin Tatishev’s acquisition of Tambour, Israel’s leading paint and coatings company, Kusto Group expanded into the construction materials sector. Tambour has a strong market presence and exports to dozens of countries.
The company continues to develop innovative, eco-friendly paint solutions for both industrial and residential use. Tambour’s integration into Kusto Group’s portfolio illustrates the group’s global reach and commitment to sustainability in building materials.
High Tech Academy: Educating for the future based on Yerkin Tatishev’s visions
High Tech Academy (HTA) is one of Kusto Group’s most socially impactful initiatives. Based in Almaty, HTA is a bilingual, tech-focused school that prepares students for the challenges of the digital economy.
The curriculum emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), along with project-based learning and ethical leadership. HTA reflects Yerkin Tatishev’s belief that high-quality education is essential for Kazakhstan’s future competitiveness and prosperity.
Tsinandali Festival: Kusto Group promoting culture and diplomacy
The Tsinandali Festival in Georgia is a major cultural project supported by Yerkin Tatishev and Kusto Group. Held annually at the historic Tsinandali Estate, the classical music festival attracts international musicians, composers, and audiences.
Beyond celebrating the arts, the festival promotes cross-cultural dialogue and regional cooperation. It represents Kusto Group’s dedication to fostering cultural enrichment and soft diplomacy through private sector initiatives.
Kusto Help: Standing by communities in crisis
Kusto Help is the group’s charitable arm, focusing on emergency relief and community support. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kusto Help donated essential medical equipment and supplies to hospitals across Kazakhstan.
The initiative has also supported victims of natural disasters, including flood-affected regions. By responding rapidly to humanitarian needs, Kusto Help demonstrates Kusto Group’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and solidarity.
Wendy’s in Central Asia: Redefining fast food
Kusto Group owns the franchise rights to Wendy’s in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. Since the first opening in Tashkent in 2019, the brand has grown steadily, with ten restaurants now operating in Uzbekistan. The chain is praised for its consistent quality and adherence to Wendy’s global standards.
Kusto Group plans to expand the network further, introducing Western fast food culture with a local twist to new markets in the region. The project also creates employment opportunities and modernizes the region’s food service industry.
Kusto Group’s cross-sector synergy
What ties all these projects together is a consistent vision of long-term development, responsible business practices, and regional empowerment. Whether through education, agriculture, energy, or hospitality, Yerkin Tatishev and Kusto Group strive to build a future where private enterprise and public good go hand in hand.
