According to WPB, Russia has reinforced its bitumen industry with the commissioning of a major new storage complex in the Republic of Bashkortostan. The facility, located in the industrial city of Salavat, has been developed by Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat LLC, one of the country’s leading petrochemical enterprises. The new site includes twelve modern bitumen storage tanks with a combined capacity of 60,000 tons, significantly strengthening the region’s logistical and production capabilities for bitumen and related petroleum products.
The launch ceremony was attended by the Head of Bashkortostan, Radiy Khabirov, who emphasized that industrial expansion and modernization remain key priorities for the region’s economic policy. He recalled that approximately four years ago, Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat inaugurated its first tank farm — a development that laid the foundation for the large-scale growth being celebrated today.
During his visit, Khabirov also inspected ongoing projects within the Alga Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is rapidly becoming one of Bashkortostan’s primary industrial and chemical hubs. Among the most significant residents of the zone is the DoGa Group, which processes hydrocarbon gases into aromatic hydrocarbons. The company is now preparing to launch new production lines for nitrobenzene, aniline, and high-molecular polyethylene. The total investment in these developments is estimated at 34 billion rubles, reflecting the scale of Bashkortostan’s industrial ambitions.
Khabirov noted that the establishment and modernization of such facilities, especially amid complex global conditions, symbolize resilience and progress for the republic. He added that these projects not only drive technological and economic growth but also create new employment opportunities and ensure stable, well-paid jobs for local residents.
The expansion of bitumen storage capacity in Salavat therefore represents more than a technical upgrade—it stands as a strategic investment in Russia’s broader petrochemical future. Through projects like this, Bashkortostan continues to demonstrate how regional industrial development can effectively contribute to both national competitiveness and sustainable economic advancement.
By WPB
Bitumen, Market, Factory, Plant
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