A view of the glass industry in the Russian market

Glass Industry in Russia

The global glass export volume in 2021, in order of exporting countries, is as follows:

First, China, followed by Germany, Russia, Poland, France and Belgium, were the largest exporters of flat glass, and Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Belarus, Iran, Italy, Thailand and Japan also had a relatively small share of total global exports. .

In terms of glass export value, the largest flat glass suppliers worldwide were China, Germany and Japan, followed by France, Belgium, Poland, Russia, Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Italy, Belarus and Iran.

Considering the average prices among the major exporting countries, Japan has the highest price per ton. While Iran has the lowest average flat glass export price.

The largest volume of glass imports to Russia was from China and Hong Kong, followed by Canada.

In 2022, glass sales decreased due to reduced domestic demand, disruptions in logistics and sanctions, which also reduced prices.

Top glass manufacturers in Russia:
AGC
Guardian Glass
LLC “AJC Flat Glass Clean”
LLC “Modern Glass”
“Euroglass-Techno LLC”
“Samara plant of technical glass”
JSC “BSZ”
“Quartz industrial technologies”
JSC “Salavatsteklo”
OOO “Art Structure”
“Mosavtosteklo LLC”
“Glasstrong”
“AGC”

“AGC Glass” is a global leader in the production of glass in architecture, construction and automotive.

The “AGC” group is a leader in the markets of Asia, Europe, North and South America and in more than 30 countries around the world, including Russia. AGC Glass Russia is the largest glass manufacturer in Russia.

“AGC” has been operating in Russia since 1997 and today successfully meets the needs of the Russian market. The company’s modern, highly efficient production facilities in Eastern Europe are located in two regions – the Moscow region (AGC Flat Glass Clean LLC) and the Nizhny Novgorod region (AGC Borsky Glass Factory OJSC).

The strategy of “AGC” in Russia is based on the maximum localization of the Group’s range of products manufactured all over the world and is aimed at attracting to Russia the most modern technological solutions in the production and use of innovative types of glass. This strategy allows “AGC” to reach a new level of production for the architectural environment.

“AGC Borsky glass factory” OJSC

“AGC Borsky glass factory” OJSC has been a leader in Russian glass production since 1934 and has been fully modernized based on 21st century technologies. This unique complex allows the production of more than 1,200 tons of flat glass per day and up to one and a half million tons of tempered and laminated automotive glass per year. The company is also equipped with a unique furnace, the analogue of which is not found in the world for the production of small batches of automotive glass.

“Guardian Glass”

One of the largest glass manufacturers and innovators in the world. It has been producing glass since 1932.

The company operates on five continents and serves more than 160 countries.

Bringing together science, production and customer needs to achieve true glass innovation requires a specialized and dedicated team. The Science and Technology Center (STC) includes the best minds in materials science, who have an incredible track record in inventing glass formulations, glass coatings, manufacturing techniques and other innovative technologies.

More than half of the Guardian Glass manufacturing plants are ISO 14001 certified.

“AJC Flat Glass Clean”

LLC “AJC Flat Glass Clean” is the most modern float glass manufacturer in Russia, built in 2004 in accordance with international standards in the field of environmental management and safety. The unique industrial complex for the production of float glass with a total production capacity of 1600 tons of glass per day is equipped with advanced equipment, including: two floating lines with the largest glass melting furnace in Europe with a capacity of 1000 tons of glass and two lines for the production of magnetron-coated glass, a production line for building triplex, as well as a unique line for the production of lacquered and new-generation mirror glass.

The company produces a wide and unique range of glass types with various characteristics, unique to the Russian market.

“Modern Glass”

The company LLC “Modern Glass” is one of the top three in the production of tempered glass in Russia and is a large manufacturer that appeared on the domestic market in 2002.

Today, the company’s product range includes: digital printing glass, laminated glass, fireproof and electrically heated glass, but tempered glass still occupies the leading position.

The company offers various types of tempered glass, including tinted, energy-saving, with various coatings, etc.

There is also a range of glass that first goes through the stage of tinting with glass-ceramic paint.

Today, the company uses modern European equipment, and most of the employees were trained in similar enterprises in Italy and Germany, so they are now introducing European experience into domestic production.

“EUROGLASS-TECHNO”

“Euroglass-Techno” is a group of companies engaged in the production of high-quality special glass. Modern equipment is used, which has recently been completely updated, and raw materials are supplied from reputable global manufacturers.

Today, the company is engaged in the production of flat tempered glass and double-glazed windows with tempered glass, curved glass. Tempered glass is produced in various types: tinted, energy-saving, patterned, as well as with various types of coatings.

All products of the company have quality certificates, which can be viewed on the company’s website. Delivery is carried out in all regions of Russia, as well as in the CIS countries. This manufacturer has long established itself with high-quality and durable products that are in constant demand in Russia and neighboring countries.

“SAMARA PLANT OF TECHNICAL GLASS”

The company began its activities in 1991 and today is the largest manufacturer of glass products in Russia. A large production area, modern equipment, advanced technologies, continuous research and improvement – all this is the key to the company’s success in the domestic Russian and international markets. The plant is in a constant process of self-improvement and improvement of products, therefore, it is currently working on a complete modernization of equipment. The ambitious goal of the company is to provide Russian consumers with all the latest glass innovations.

Today, the company offers cutting, industrial processing and tempering of glass, printing on glass, as well as high-quality energy-saving triplex, curved and double-glazed windows. Tempered glass produced by the plant is used for the manufacture of interior items, showcases of yachts and residential buildings, shop windows, glazing of business centers and shopping malls, arrangement of glass ceilings, etc.

The company produces transparent and tinted glass, solar control glass, energy-saving glass and heat-resistant glass.

JSC “BSZ”

Glass factory JSC “BSZ” was founded 75 years ago. Since 1997, the company has been part of Asahi Glass Corporation, a large Japanese company. Today, the company uses advanced technologies for the production of glass, installing the best and most modern equipment.

The product range of the plant includes tinted glass, triplex and, of course, tempered glass. The company offers high-quality products, and about 85% of Russian cars are equipped with glass manufactured by this company. These products have passed all tests for compliance with European and American standards, so they can be safely used in the automotive industry.

For the manufacture of glass, the plant uses the latest German equipment, as well as a precise computer approach, which practically eliminates the production of low-quality products.

“QUARTZ INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES”

“QUARTZ INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES” is a group of companies that began their activities about ten years ago and are widely operating in the Russian and Ukrainian markets. At “QUARTZ INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES” great attention is paid not only to observing all the nuances of technology and production processes, but also to research, thanks to which it is possible to develop and produce products with completely new technical qualities.

Today, the company produces glass products mainly for industrial enterprises. So, it operates in the range of Klinger and Durance glasses, glass pipes, as well as tempered glass for hatches and window fittings of industrial facilities.

JSC “SALAVATSTEKLO”

JSC “SALAVATSTEKLO” with more than 50 years of brilliant experience is a leader in the Russian glass products market. They try to control the quality of products at every stage of production, introducing advanced technologies and using the most modern equipment. All this allowed them to receive ISO 9001 certification, so you can safely trust the products of this company.

The range of products manufactured by this company includes laminated and decorated glasses, as well as tempered glass.

“MOSAVTOSTEKLO LLC”

“MOSAVTOSTEKLO LLC” is a glass manufacturing company with extensive experience and a rich history. Despite its name, its products are not only manufactured and used for use in various types of vehicles. The company’s glass is now also used in the production of interior items and household appliances.

Tempered glass occupies a special place among other products of the company.

“MOSAVTOSTEKLO LLC” can produce tinted and mirrored glass, patterned glass or polished edges in addition to tempered glass.

“GLASSTRONG”

“Glasstrong” is a leader in the production of office partitions, glass structures, tempering and glass processing.

The company uses large-scale production facilities and industrial equipment from Italy and China and annually produces more than 30,000 square meters of products, which are subject to the strictest control at each stage of production, as well as using high-quality raw materials with a world reputation.

CJSC “RSK”

CJSC “RSK” is the largest company in the processing and production of glass. The company was founded in 2006.

At each stage of production, strict quality control is carried out, and the final product complies with European standards. Today, tempered glass occupies an important place in the company’s activities. The company’s products are used in various fields. The company produces all types of tempered glass: single-layer and multi-layer, as part of double-glazed windows, multi-layer bent.

Top Glass Importers in Russia:
“SAR-CAM GLASS”

“Sar-Cam” is a manufacturer of architectural glass for exterior and interior design, established in 1996 and based in Kocaeli, Turkey.

“Sar-Cam” offers glass for double-glazed windows, doors, glass railings, glass facades, glass verandas, glass balconies, interior glass partitions, shower cabins, kitchen backsplashes, aluminum facades, glass floors, etc.

The company was founded in 1996 and began its business life as “Sar-Cam”. With continuous efforts throughout the 1990s, the company gained its reputation and became one of the leading independent glass processors.

“Sar-Cam” offers a full range of products and services from flat, double-glazed, tempered, laminated and low-energy glass to individual glass with custom cutting.

Large production capabilities for glass processing, laminating, polishing, cutting, edge finishing, drilling, CNC processing, sandblasting to manufacture a variety of glass products for industrial and interior design purposes (glass doors and walls, laminated glass for floors and railings, wall. cladding, mirrors, etc.)

“KLC GLASS AND ALUMINIUM”

“KLC” company has been specializing in providing aluminum and glass products for more than 15 years and is based in Istanbul, Turkey and serves many European countries.

All its products are certified and we can deliver anywhere.

“KLC” has been producing various types of tempered glass – laminated glass – printed glass – bulletproof glass – curved glass – insulating glazing for many years

“JSC Maristika”

UAB “Maristika” was founded on February 24, 1995. It is one of the companies of the UAB “Marisa” group.

UAB “Maristika” is one of the main suppliers of glass in Lithuania. It also sells raw materials intended for the production of double-glazed windows.

UAB “Maristika” in addition to wholesale glass, also provides glass processing services: glass cutting, laminated glass cutting, glass laminating, technological grinding, polishing, engraving, drilling, glass softening, tempering / bending, silk-screen printing.

Iranian glass exports

Iran is a rich source of energy. This also makes it one of the active countries in the export sector. Among the extensive exports in which Iran has been very leading and powerful is the export of glass. The resources that Iran has for glass production are very rich, and this is what causes the high quality of the glass produced.

Quality is also very important, along with price. Iran uses the latest and most advanced technologies to produce high-quality glass, which has made Iranian glass products popular in neighboring and European countries.

In terms of geographical location, Iran is in a position where other neighboring countries have convenient access to it, and this has also facilitated Iran’s interactions with other countries.

Key and important factors for the presence of Iranian manufacturers in the Russian market

According to the initial research conducted on the glass industry in the large Russian market and considering the key factors:

High and consistent quality of products manufactured in Iran

Preferential tariffs on import duties of Iranian goods to Russia

Low export costs of Iranian products to Russia compared to Western goods, China and Japan

The proximity and proximity of Iran and Russia as a logistical advantage and the possibility of exporting Iranian goods to Russia by various methods such as land, rail and sea transportation in the shortest time and at low shipping prices

The fact that the majority of the market is empty of famous Western brands

The possibility of rapidly expanding market share and accessing the competitive and trade space in Russia

It can be said that there is a high economic justification for entering the large Russian-Eurasian market, and the Fardad Group of Companies is proud to establish effective and successful joint cooperation in this direction.