Industrial valves industry and water projects in Russia

Russia has unique water resources, which are equal to almost a quarter of the world’s water resources.

However, these resources are poorly accounted for and managed and are unevenly distributed throughout the country. Most of Russia’s high-quality water resources are concentrated in mountainous regions, Lake Baikal, and the rivers of Eastern Siberia and the Far East, from where it is difficult to transport water to other regions of the country. As a result, many regions are forced to use poor-quality water.

For a long time, no real measures were taken to change the water situation in Russia. Over the past 20 years, the situation in the water and electricity sectors has deteriorated significantly, and now drinking water and achieving international quality standards are very acute issues. 11 million residents of the Russian Federation use water that is not suitable for drinking. 50 million Russians, that is, a third of the population, use poor-quality water daily. The wear and tear of water supply and drainage networks is 70%.

The current situation is not yet considered a crisis or even a disaster. At the same time, even now there are several areas where signs of a water crisis in Russia are becoming apparent:

Urban water supply.

The existing water supply system in Russia uses outdated Soviet-era technology, key assets are worn out and are being destroyed faster and faster. Investments and implementation of new technologies to re-equip the system may not keep up with the obsolescence and deterioration of key assets.

Deteriorated reservoirs hinder urban and industrial growth.

Currently, key water reservoirs in residential and industrial centers in Russia are becoming increasingly depleted. As a result, in 2020-2030, water shortages may pose significant challenges to the growth and development of major industrial and urban centers in the Russian Federation.

Agricultural development.

The overall demographic situation in the world suggests that in the next 10 years the global food crisis will become more acute. According to experts, Russia, due to its vast territories and mild climate, has the potential to become one of the world’s major grain producers. To achieve this, it is necessary for Russian agriculture to switch to such a system, which would work stably regardless of weather conditions and the state of (shallow) rivers. This requires new water supply systems using modern international technologies.

Water Pipeline Projects in Russia

1. Moscow-Kazan Water Supply Project: This project aims to build a 700-kilometer water pipeline to supply water from the Volga River to the cities of Moscow and Kazan. The project is estimated to cost about $4 billion and is scheduled to be completed by 2025.

2. Siberian Water Transport Project: This project involves building a network of canals and pipelines to transport water from the Ob and Yenisei rivers in Siberia to the arid regions of Central Asia. The project is still in the planning stages and is expected to cost about $100 billion.

3. Baikal-Amur Mainline (BAM) Water Supply Project: This project aims to build a water pipeline along the BAM railway line to supply water to cities and towns in the region. The project is still in the planning stages and a cost estimate has not yet been provided.

4. Northern Water Supply Project: This project aims to build a water pipeline to supply water from the Arctic Ocean to cities and towns in the northern regions of Russia. The project is still in the planning stages and no cost estimate has been provided yet.

5. Crimea Water Supply Project: This project aims to build a water pipeline to supply water from the Dnieper River to the Crimean peninsula, which was annexed by Russia in 2014. The project is estimated to cost around $3.7 billion and is scheduled to be completed by 2024.

Overall, these water pipeline projects aim to improve Russia’s water supply and distribution system and ensure that the country’s growing population has access to clean, safe drinking water.

Clean Water Projects in Russia
Baikal Conservation Fund:

The project aims to protect the world’s largest freshwater lake, Baikal, from pollution and overuse. The fund supports research, education, and conservation efforts to ensure the lake’s long-term health.

Some of the engineering and technical measures in the Baikal Conservation Foundation project include:

Installing wastewater treatment systems in cities around the lake to prevent water pollution.

Increasing monitoring of chemical and industrial activities in the areas surrounding the lake.
Using new technologies to reduce water consumption in cities and factories.
Implementing water self-sufficiency projects in deprived and water-scarce areas.
Implementing conservation projects to prevent the destruction of natural resources around the lake.
Implementing lake restoration and conservation projects to increase its beauty and natural appeal.
Clean Water Foundation:

The Clean Water Foundation is a non-profit organization that works in the field of water resource protection and management. This organization was established with the aim of creating clean and healthy water worldwide and has implemented various projects in many countries, including Russia. The following are some of the Clean Water Foundation’s projects in Russia:

Wastewater Treatment Project: The Clean Water Foundation in Russia has implemented wastewater treatment projects in order to prevent water pollution and provide clean water to consumers. These projects include the installation and operation of wastewater treatment equipment.
Water Management Project: The Clean Water Foundation in Russia has implemented projects to optimize water consumption and manage water resources. These projects include installing smart water management systems and reducing water consumption in agriculture and industry.
Flood Management Project: The Clean Water Foundation in Russia has implemented projects to control floods and prevent their damage. These projects include building dams and water storage tanks, developing irrigation systems, and installing surface water collection equipment.
Water Conservation Project: The Clean Water Foundation in Russia has implemented projects to protect and manage water resources. These projects include protecting lakes and rivers, installing rainwater collection equipment, and developing irrigation systems.
Moscow River Cleanup Project:

The goal of this project is to improve the water quality of the Moscow River by reducing pollution and restoring natural habitats. The project includes cleaning up garbage, planting trees, and building wetlands for water purification.

The Moscow River Cleanup Project is one of the largest projects of the Clean Water Foundation in Russia, which aims to improve the quality of river water and prevent pollution and waste of water resources. Below is some technical and engineering information about this project:

Wastewater Treatment System: To purify the water of the Moscow River, high-capacity wastewater treatment systems have been installed along the river. These systems include equipment such as settling tanks, pipe networks, and pumping equipment.
Waste Collection System: To collect industrial and municipal waste and garbage along the river, waste collection systems using equipment such as cranes and trucks have been installed.
Water Quality Monitoring System: To monitor water quality along the river, water quality monitoring systems using equipment such as sensors and sampling equipment have been installed.
Clean Energy Generation System: In this project, clean energy generation systems using hydro turbines have also been installed. These systems are used to provide energy for the wastewater treatment systems and other equipment required by the project.
Waterfowl and Wildlife Protection System: In order to protect waterfowl and wildlife along the river, protection systems using equipment such as protective nets and motion sensors have been installed.
Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership:

This project is a joint effort between Russia, the European Union and other Baltic Sea region countries to improve water quality in the Baltic Sea. The partnership focuses on reducing nutrient pollution and improving wastewater treatment.

The Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership is one of the major projects of the Clean Water Foundation in Russia, which aims to protect and manage water resources and prevent their loss. Here is some technical and engineering information about the project:

Wastewater Treatment System: High-capacity wastewater treatment systems have been installed to purify water and treat wastewater in the Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership Area. These systems include equipment such as settling tanks, pipe networks, and pumping equipment.
Waste Collection System: Waste collection systems using equipment such as cranes and trucks have been installed to collect industrial and municipal waste and waste in the Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership Area.
Water Quality Monitoring System: Water quality monitoring systems using equipment such as sensors and sampling equipment have been installed to monitor water quality in the Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership Area.
Clean Energy Generation System: In this project, clean energy generation systems using hydro turbines have also been installed. These systems are used to provide energy for wastewater treatment systems and other equipment required by the project.
Bird and Aquatic Animal Protection System: In order to protect birds and aquatic animals in the Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership Area, protection systems using equipment such as protective nets and motion sensors have been installed.
Irrigation System: In order to optimize water consumption in the Northern Dimension Environmental Partnership Area, irrigation systems using equipment such as irrigation pipes and control equipment have been installed. These systems are used to reduce water consumption in agriculture and conserve water resources.

The industrial valve market in Russia is very large and growing.

According to market reports, the industrial valve market in Russia grew at an average growth rate of 5.8% in 2020. Some of the factors driving the growth of the industrial valve market in Russia include:

Growth of various industries including oil and gas, chemical industry, food industry, and metal industry in Russia that require industrial valves.

Development of the industrial sector in Russia, which has increased the demand for industrial valves.
Increased attention to quality and safety in various industries has led to a greater demand for high-quality and standard industrial valves in the Russian market.
The development of exports in some industries in Russia has led to the export of more industrial valves to foreign markets.

Also, due to the industrial growth in Russia, industrial valve manufacturing companies in Russia are trying to compete in the Russian and global markets by producing high-quality products at reasonable prices.

Top manufacturers of industrial valves in the Russian market
OOO Armatury Group

This is a leading Russian manufacturer of industrial valves. The company produces a wide range of valves such as gate valves, globe valves, check valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, etc.

OOO Energomash

This is another major manufacturer of industrial valves in Russia. The company produces valves for various industries such as oil and gas, chemical, power, etc.

OAO Tyazhpromarmatura

This is a leading Russian manufacturer of pipeline valves such as gate valves, globe valves, check valves and ball valves. The company also produces valves for special applications such as refrigeration valves, high-temperature valves, etc.

OOO NPO KSK

This is a manufacturer of industrial valves for the oil and gas industry. The company produces valves such as gate valves, ball valves and check valves.

OOO Pnevmostroymashina

This is a manufacturer of industrial valves for the mining industry. The company produces valves such as gate valves, ball valves and butterfly valves.

The market is very competitive and companies are constantly innovating and improving their products to meet the needs of their customers.

The top brands of industrial valves in Russia are:

Armatura Group
TMK Valve
Valvitalia
LLC “AVK Valves”
LLC “Russian Armature”
LLC “Metal-Service”
LLC “Synergy-Contract”
LLC “TechnoPromImpex”
LLC “VIKOR”
LLC “TechnoKomplekt”

These companies are popular among Russian customers and consumers due to their high quality, product variety, reasonable prices and good after-sales service.

Russia is a large market for industrial valves, and importing these products to this country can be considered an important business opportunity for exporters. To import industrial valves to Russia, you must first apply for and obtain a permit to enter the country from the relevant organizations.

Next, you need to supply the required industrial valves according to the needs of the Russian market. Some of the industrial valves needed in the Russian market include control valves, gas valves, solenoid valves, cushion valves, alloy valves, and ball valves.

It should also be noted that some companies producing industrial valves in Russia are unable to meet the needs of their domestic market and are looking to import these products. Therefore, by providing quality industrial valves at a reasonable price, one can act as a successful business partner in the Russian market.

Large foreign companies such as Siemens, Danfoss, Honeywell and ABB also operated in the Russian market, but

Currently, none of the aforementioned manufacturers export products to Russia and produce in that country due to European and American sanctions, which has provided a good platform for their Iranian counterparts in Russia.

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

According to the initial research conducted on the industrial valve 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

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 absence of a large part of the market from famous Western brands

The possibility of rapidly expanding market share and access to 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.