Malmyzhsky Mining Plant Set to Launch in Khabarovsk Krai This Year
The construction of the Malmyzhsky mining and processing plant in Khabarovsk Krai, Russia, is nearing completion, with its launch scheduled for this year. According to the Ministry of Energy of Khabarovsk Krai, builders have navigated challenging terrain, including hills ranging from 120 to 190 meters high, over the past three years to develop the site. The project includes multiple facilities such as warehouses, administrative buildings, power lines, and substations. The plant's concentrator is set to process 90 million tons of ore annually, producing 250,000 tons of copper in concentrate.
The plant is now fully connected to the power grid, following significant infrastructure upgrades by ROSSETI, including the reconstruction and construction of 500-220 kV networks and the building of the Nergen 500 kV switching point. The overall cost of these works was more than 12 billion rubles. These improvements will ensure the uninterrupted operation of the plant’s equipment, including its enrichment plant, hydrometallurgical, and mining transportation systems.
Additionally, gasification works at the Malmyzhsky GOK are nearing completion. The plant is expected to become a town-forming enterprise, contributing to the social and economic life of nearby settlements in the Nanai and Amur districts. It will create numerous jobs for local residents and positively impact the region's economy through additional tax revenues and compulsory payments.
During a recent visit to Khabarovsk, Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the project with local authorities, highlighting its significance as a key development in the Far East. The mine, located on the right bank of the Amur River, has reserves estimated at 2.4 billion tons of ore, 8.3 million tons of copper, and 347 tons of gold, with an expected operational period until 2056. The project is anticipated to create over 2,500 jobs, benefiting the local economy.
