Russia ranks among the world’s largest coal producers and exporters. However, the operating conditions of the industry in Russia differ significantly from those in other major coal-producing countries. The key difference is geographical: in most exporting countries, coal is mined relatively close to ports, whereas in Russia the distance from the mine to the end customer often amounts to thousands of kilometers. This factor directly affects production costs, competitiveness, and the overall sustainability of the industry.

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