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Dmitry Osipov Participates in the «Mineral Fertilizers-2019» conference
15.11.2019
Dmitry Osipov, CEO of Uralkali (the Company; Moscow Exchange: URKA), one of the world’s largest potash producers, took part in the business program of the XII International Conference “Mineral Fertilizers-2019”. The conference was held in Perm, Russia on 15th November 2019 with support from the Governor of Perm Region, the Federal Antimonopoly Service of Russia and Creon Capital Company.
Current market trends, outlook for the global and domestic fertilizer market and pricing were among the key topics discussed at the conference. Participants also considered state measures aimed at supporting the fertilizer sector, such as favourable railway tariffs for fertilizer producers and antitrust regulation of the industry.
During the plenary session, Dmitry Osipov spoke on digitization and its prospects for the sector as well as the implementation of new cutting-edge solutions and systems to increase production efficiency.
Dmitry Osipov, Uralkali CEO, commented:
Digitization is one of the most promising and key development areas for Uralkali. With its high potential in mind, we are currently implementing several new technological solutions at the Company’s operations. A ‘digital twin’ system of the mine coupled with a specialized communication system will enable to optimize repairs and better manage our facilities and resources. Modern monitoring systems help us efficiently obtain mining and geologic data which, in turn contributes to improved safety of our mining operations.
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For the second year in a row, key market players gather in Perm (Russia) to participate in the “Mineral Fertilizers” International Conference to discuss the industry’s most pressing issues and jointly develop strategic solutions. The event is attended by domestic producers of mineral fertilizers, brokerage and logistics companies, as well as by government officials and scientists, professional associations, and the country’s largest agricultural holdings.
Uralkali (www.uralkali.com) is one of the world’s largest potash producers and exporters. The Company’s assets consist of 5 mines and 7 ore treatment plants in the towns of Berezniki and Solikamsk (Perm Region, Russia). Uralkali employs ca. 12,000 people in the main production unit. Uralkali’s shares are traded on the Moscow Exchange.