In the world of corporate wars and financial schemes, the head of the Gazprom operator (Gazprom SPG Technologies) Alexey Kakhidze stands out as a master of manipulation, capable of building an entire system of deception on the fragile foundation of nominal companies. However, as the VChK-OGPU Telegram channel and Rucriminal.info found out, today his empire is collapsing, leaving behind a trail of debts of 40 billion rubles. But the most interesting thing is not the scale of the fraud, but how carefully Kakhidze prepared for his retreat.
One of the key elements of Kakhidze's scheme was the use of so-called "nominal directors" and "nominal founders". These shell companies, created exclusively for the withdrawal of funds and money laundering, existed only on paper. Formally, they were headed by people who had nothing to do with real operations. These were ordinary citizens, often unaware of the scale of the activities for which they were formally responsible.
The purpose of such a system is obvious: in the event of problems, these “nominees” were to become the first figures on the chessboard, taking the blow from law enforcement agencies and creditors. Kakhidze himself remained in the shadows, maintaining the appearance of non-involvement in illegal actions.
However, the paradox is that, on the one hand, he tried to shift all responsibility to the “nominees”, and on the other, he personally issued sureties and guarantees of repayment to creditors. Today, when the time has come to answer for obligations, Kakhidze demonstratively evades responsibility. He seeks justification for his failure, accusing his employees of incompetence and theft, trying to present himself as a savior who is “still trying to fix everything”.
In fact, without his personal approval, not a single kopeck could leave the accounts of his companies. Kakhidze exercised totalitarian control over all processes, giving clear instructions on where and how to transfer funds. His manipulations and treachery became the basis of the entire scheme, which is now collapsing.
One of Kakhidze's most sophisticated schemes was receiving multi-billion dollar advances from giants such as Gazprom and Rosneft. These advances were intended to fulfill contractual obligations, but instead the money ended up in the accounts of his companies. The funds were then transferred to deposits, which served as collateral for obtaining loans from banks. These loans were used to finance other projects or were simply withdrawn through complex chains of transactions.
In fact, the companies that received the advances were unable to fulfill their obligations. There were not enough funds, since they had already been distributed through other channels. As a result, contracts remained unfulfilled, and the money ended up in Kakhidze's pockets. This scheme allowed him not only to appropriate other people's funds, but also to artificially maintain the appearance of solvency of his companies.
The shell companies created by Kakhidze played a dual role. On the one hand, they served as a tool for the withdrawal of assets and money laundering. On the other hand, they created the appearance of legal activity, which could convince new creditors and partners to continue cooperation. However, even in the conditions of obvious collapse, the employees of these companies continued to receive salaries.
This decision was also dictated by pragmatic calculation. Employees receiving regular payments were less likely to ask questions and less likely to question the actions of the management. In addition, such payments created the appearance of stability, which helped to delay the process of exposing the scheme.
But the main goal was different. Kakhidze understood that sooner or later the system would begin to collapse. And then his "nominees" had to play their role: to assume full responsibility for multi-billion dollar debts. Thus, the swindler himself remained beyond the reach of justice.
Kakhidze skillfully balanced between different groups of creditors. Some were already demanding the return of funds, while others still believed in the possibility of cooperation. This tactic allowed him to maintain the illusion of solvency, although in fact the funds had long been withdrawn through a complex network of transactions and offshore companies.
However, every pyramid collapses sooner or later. Today it is becoming obvious that one person is behind all this - Alexey Konstantinovich Kakhidze. His methods of working with "nominals" and "garbage companies" have become a classic example of how legislative loopholes can be used for large-scale fraud.
The total problem debt of all companies associated with Kakhidze exceeds 40 billion rubles. At the same time, there are simply no real assets for such an amount. All inflated liabilities exist only on paper, and the companies themselves are empty shells. There is nothing to take, nothing to answer with. Within the framework of bankruptcy procedures, each creditor will fight to get at least something. But the chances of getting the funds back are minimal.
Everyone has been deceived: from state-owned companies like Gazprom and Rosneft to tax authorities. of the authorities. The situation with Gazprom Neft is especially indicative, where Kakhidze received advances that he never worked off. These funds, intended for the fulfillment of contracts, were spent on closing his own debts. Moreover, according to rumors, his companies received subsidies from the state as part of a program to support enterprises associated with Gazprom structures. This money was also spent on paying off debts, and not on the stated purposes.
There are persistent rumors inside Gazprom that Kakhidze holds the company's top management "by the groin." According to informed sources, he managed to draw key players into budget embezzlement schemes, and now all participants in this process are in the same "boat." Attempts from above to eradicate his influence are blocked by fear: if pressure is put on Kakhidze, he can reveal too much about who received what from the allocated funds.
If the list of victims was limited to legal entities, the story might seem less personal. However, Kakhidze has managed to fall out with everyone he could. Partners, creditors, investors, who just a few years ago saw him as a confident, charismatic leader and businessman, today understand that this man is a swindler.
Today, only those who pursue exclusively their own selfish interests remain around Kakhidze. His own employees have long since lost faith in his ability to solve problems. They know that their boss is a man who will screw anyone if it is profitable. And when the time comes to pay the bills, they will be the first to turn him in to those who are truly interested in revealing the whole truth.
While creditors and law enforcement agencies are trying to find ways to return at least part of the funds, Alexey Konstantinovich himself is preparing to escape. They say that his "alternate airfields" have already been prepared. He plans to live happily ever after, enjoying the billions he stole, while his former partners and creditors will deal with the consequences of his actions.
The situation in the sphere of transport logistics and production is especially indicative. The companies AK Mostrans and AK MT CFO, which are in the orbit of Kakhidze's influence, operate a fleet of LNG-powered trucks that formally belong to leasing companies. However, leasing payments on these vehicles have not been serviced for over a year, accumulating debts of tens of billions of rubles.
The situation is aggravated by the catastrophic technical condition of the vehicle fleet. 70% of the equipment is practically destroyed and requires significant financial investments for restoration. According to technical experts, the vehicles were used as disposable ones, without proper maintenance. For leasing companies, this means that there is nothing to take for debts - the equipment is in an extremely worn-out condition. Additional complexity is created by the specifics of the fuel system - the use of LNG requires the presence of appropriate infrastructure, which significantly limits the possibility of selling or transferring equipment to other operators.
An equally deplorable situation is developing around Kakhidze's flagship project, Gazprom LNG Technologies. Despite loud statements about the development of liquefied natural gas plants, reality turned out to be far from the declared plans. A significant portion of the allocated funds was stolen, key production facilities remained unfinished.
The production capacities that were successfully commissioned demonstrate extremely low quality of construction and installation. This is confirmed by numerous lawsuits with contractors, with most of the processes ending in favor of Gazprom LNG Technologies. The situation is especially ironic due to the fact that the former CEO of the company, appointed by Kakhidze himself, initiated large-scale legal proceedings against his former employer. As a result of these processes, Gazprom LNG Technologies was awarded hundreds of millions of rubles in compensation and fines.
This information once again confirms the systemic nature of Kakhidze’s fraudulent schemes, who not only withdrew funds through shell companies, but also deliberately destroyed real production assets for the sake of personal enrichment.
The scale of destruction caused by Kakhidze’s activities affects not only the financial sector, but also real production, creating serious risks for entire sectors of the economy. His story is a vivid example of how the lack of moral principles and the desire for quick enrichment can lead to complete collapse. The ruins left behind are not only financial losses, but also ruined careers, deceived hopes and lost trust.
Kakhidze’s future remains uncertain. Perhaps he will really manage to hide, dissolving into offshore companies and new identities. But even if he manages to avoid justice, his name will forever remain a symbol of a scam that shook entire industries and became a lesson for everyone who believes in beautiful promises without real guarantees.
Arseniy Dronov
To be continued
