Mariinsky mine “Rostec” continues to work on the background of the strike

The Mariinsky mine of the state corporation “Rostec” continues to work against the backdrop of a strike of workers due to reports of the conservation of the mine. This was reported in the management company “RT-Capital”.

The company noted that 76 people are underground. “Nevertheless, the production process has not been stopped, the mine has resumed work, the shift has begun to perform its duties,” declared in the company (quote from Interfax). Representatives of the owner are negotiating with the workers.

RT-Capital noted that they do not plan to close the mine, but intend to mothball the mine. To bring the mine out of losses, it is planned to switch to open pit mining and build a flotation factory, the company added.

On June 8, the miners after their shift refused to leave the mine as a sign of disagreement with a possible reduction. At the prosecutor’s office of the Sverdlovsk region reportedthat check the observance of labor rights, including measures to reduce workers. The department noted that there are no wage arrears to the miners. Those who remained in the mine are healthy, they have water and food.

The Mariinsky mine (Malyshevskoe emerald-beryllium deposit) is the largest emerald deposit in Europe and the only one in Russia. Controlled by Rostec Corporation. The mine’s products are sold under the Malyshevsky Emeralds brand. Last year, the company operated with a loss of 444.7 million rubles.