Andrey Belousov got acquainted with the equipment of the control room of a coal mining enterprise
28.08.2021
First Deputy Prime Minister Andrey Belousov and Governor of Kuzbass Sergey Tsivilev met with employees of coal enterprises in the region, congratulated them on their professional holiday and presented awards. The solemn ceremony was held on the observation deck of the coal mine.
“Kuzbass remains the coal capital of Russia, although the region's economy is diversifying. For the coal industry to prosper, you need to make a lot of efforts – upgrade and reduce costs. I wish you good luck, success. I am confident that we will all cope with this burden together. I want to assure you that the Government is completely on your side and we will do everything to ensure the prosperity of Kuzbass, which is indeed a very important region, the industrial heart of our country, – Andrey Belousov said.
By Decree of the President of Russia Vladimir Putin for his great personal contribution to the development of the coal industry of Kuzbass and Russia, high production performance, boundless loyalty to the courageous miner's cause, active mentoring activities and in connection with the celebration of Miner's Day, nine Kuzbass coal miners – tunnellers, electricians, machinists of mining machines – awarded the title "Honored Miner of the Russian Federation". The work of four workers in the coal industry of the region was awarded the medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland" II degree. Another 11 people were awarded regional commemorative medals "300th anniversary of the founding of Kuzbass".
federal level. These are the solution of issues with the increase in the export of Kuzbass coal to the East, and the program of socio-economic development until 2024 approved in record time, and the instructions of the President following the results of a visit to Kuzbass on the anniversary of the region, July 6. Such an attitude – a tribute to Kuzbass and the people who work in it, – noted Sergey Tsivilev.< /p>
During his visit to the coal mine, Andrey Belousov got acquainted with the equipment of the control room of the coal mining enterprise, where the operation of all machines, excavators and drilling rigs is controlled. He also visited the first-aid post, where every day all employees of the enterprise undergo mandatory health checks before going to work.
Also, First Deputy Prime Minister Andrey Belousov and Governor of Kuzbass Sergey Tsivilev held meeting with miners, where they outlined the prospects for the development of the coal industry.
“The world is very dependent on coal. For example, in India, 70% of thermal energy – it is solid fuel. In China – 60%. And these are the countries with the highest economic growth now and in the foreseeable future. We will have to compete with Australian coals, and not only. The leadership of the region understands this. Kuzbass has very good starting positions, and Kuzbass will cope with this challenge, – emphasized Andrey Belousov.