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Dear colleagues! Join the premier event of the year in the heart of the Russian glass industry. Experience insights from leading experts, explore the latest technologies, and discover strategic solutions for the future of the sector at the 27th International Forum "Glass and Modern Technologies — XXI"!

The Association " StekloSouz" of Russia wishes you a Happy Birthday (11/04/2023) Valentin Gulakov (Tversteklo OJSC)!

The Feodosia Industrial Park in the Republic of Crimea has been certified by the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade as meeting the requirements for industrial parks. Efforts are currently underway to attract residents, according to the regional Ministry of Industry and Trade.

​Dear colleagues and friends, On behalf of the Association "StekloSouz" of Russia, and on my own behalf, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations on this national holiday — National Unity Day!

Dear colleagues! The "StekloSoyuz" Association of Russia is now accepting registrations for the International Industry Competition "Leader of the Glass Industry — 2026"! We invite leading glass enterprises to compete for the title of the best in the industry. "Leader of the Glass Industry — 2026" serves as a key platform for professionals ready to demonstrate their leadership within the market for glass and glass products.

According to the German Federal Glass Industry Association, the market for glass packaging in Germany contracted by 7.8% in the first half of 2026, falling to approximately 1.82 million tonnes. A decline in sales volumes was observed in both domestic and foreign markets, continuing a trend seen during the same period last year.

A cluster dedicated to art glass and the visual arts may soon be established in Rostov-on-Don, featuring studios where artisans work in full view of the public. The concept was proposed by Yuri Ignatov, General Director of the Ignatov Art Glass Studio.

Dear Colleagues, The Association "StekloSouz" of Russia is actively fostering the technological modernization of the glass industry and strengthening its industrial sovereignty. A key focus for "StekloSouz" is supporting the adoption of advanced domestic solutions, particularly in the field of industrial process automation. Through the example of its member company, EKSARA LLC—which shares its experience in implementing an automated control system for fiberglass production based on the Russian multi-platform system "MIRTS"—"StekloSouz" showcases successful, real-world cases of the industry transitioning to domestic software and proprietary controllers.

The production of soft-coated flat glass at the Salavatsteklo Kaspiy plant, located in the Kumtorkalinsky District of Dagestan, is set to reach full capacity by 2027, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Dagestan.