The results of the Vitebsk region's participation in the International Industrial Exhibition "INNOPROM. Belarus" have been summarized
Vitebsk region brought a substantial portfolio of joint projects with Russian partners from the International Industrial Exhibition "INNOPROM. Belarus". This includes both existing and emerging projects. The dialogue was lively, with meetings following one after another.
During a two-day visit to Minsk, a representative delegation from the northern region, led by the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee Alexander Subbotin, held a series of constructive meetings. The objective was to strengthen interregional and international cooperation, build new supply chains, and outline joint projects.
Leading enterprises of the region presented their best developments at the international venue. Among them were OJSC "Naftan", "Polotsk-Steklovolokno", "Krasny Borets", "VISTAN", LLC "PO "Energokomplekt", UP "Polimerkonstruktsiya", ChPTUP "Vitstroytekmash", LLC "FoErEm Systems", SOOO "Novopolotsk Plant of Technological Metal Structures", and others.
The leadership discussed specific issues on the sidelines of "INNOPROM" in Minsk with the governors of Ulyanovsk and Smolensk regions, Alexey Russkikh and Vasily Anokhin, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Russian Federation Alexander Rogozhnik.
It is worth noting that on the opening day of the exhibition, Alexander Subbotin joined the roundtable discussion "International Cooperation in Industrial Innovations – Dialogue of Counterparts" and held a meeting with the Governor of the Ulyanovsk region.
– There are numerous prospects for our further cooperation in all areas, from science and education to heavy industry. It is gratifying to note that life itself suggests projects. Between our two meetings in Nizhny Novgorod and Minsk, several projects have already emerged – including the creation of a joint portal crane plant and scientific projects, – said Alexander Subbotin.
He added that the interaction between enterprises at the international venue has developed naturally. It is now up to the heads of the regions to strengthen it and provide enterprises with opportunities to connect with each other.
– We have very warm, friendly, working relations with the Vitebsk region, – noted Alexey Russkikh. – In the spring of this year, a delegation from the Vitebsk region visited a number of industrial enterprises in the Ulyanovsk region. As a result, several agreements were concluded regarding the supply of products from the aviation industry of the Vitebsk region to our enterprises. Our Ulyanovsk Instrument Design Bureau, which produces avionics for aircraft, closely cooperates with OJSC "Izmeritel". Ulyanovsk Automobile and Mechanical Plants held a series of negotiations with suppliers from the northern region of Belarus. I am confident that fruitful cooperation will also be established here.
Alexey Russkikh invited Alexander Subbotin to visit his region. He also announced plans to organize a business mission of Ulyanovsk enterprises to the Vitebsk region.
On the sidelines of "INNOPROM. Belarus", the Vitebsk and Smolensk regions signed a cooperation agreement on the creation of a trade and exhibition center for Belarusian manufacturers in the Russian region. The implementation of the project will contribute to the development and deepening of trade and economic ties, in particular, the expansion of sales markets and support for local manufacturers. In addition, the establishment of a trading house will create new jobs.
According to Governor Vasily Anokhin, the Smolensk region is interested in developing cooperation with the Vitebsk region in the fields of industry and trade. Joint events for the exchange of experience and attraction of investments are planned.
Enterprises of the Vitebsk region returned from Minsk with a solid package of developments and agreements, and concluded new contracts with Russian colleagues. In particular, OJSC "Naftan" signed a memorandum with LLC "Polyplast Novomoskovsk", which provides for the development of cooperation in the field of raw material supply and the production of import-substituting products.
The production association "Energokomplekt" offered Russian partners innovations in the field of cable products.
– PO "Energokomplekt" maintains its reputation as a reliable supplier, whose product quality is highly appreciated by end-users. The product range exceeds 200 thousand types and sizes. In recent years, the company has mastered the production of: power and control cables for use in explosive environments, cables for submersible electric pump units for oil production, mining cables, and water-cooled cables.
Participation in international exhibitions such as "INNOPROM. Belarus" is important for the enterprise, as it allows not only to present its new developments but also to strengthen cooperation with existing partners and find new ones, – noted the company.
The Novopolotsk Plant of Technological Metal Structures also emphasized innovative products, presenting welded grating.
– The practical results of participation in exhibitions are visible in the longer term. "INNOPROM" was active, lively, and attracted a large audience of interested potential partners from different countries. It is a valuable experience of communication with industry colleagues, thanks to which the enterprise has gained many new contacts. We hope that these business connections will subsequently allow us to find new avenues for cooperation and reliable partners, – emphasized Maria Friedrich, Head of the Marketing Department at the Novopolotsk Plant of Technological Metal Structures.
"INNOPROM" debuted successfully in our country: 520 companies from Belarus, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan participated. The exhibition, organized by the relevant ministries of Belarus and Russia, was visited by over 14 thousand people. The next "INNOPROM" is scheduled for February 8-10, 2026, in Saudi Arabia.