Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade sends welcome address to Khimia 2026

Anton Alikhanov, Minister of Industry and Trade of Russia, has sent a welcome address Khimia 2026.

“It is the 29th time that it brings together chemical companies, technology and equipment suppliers, research centres, and consumers of chemical products from Russia and other countries, promotes the development of the chemical industry, and strengthens cooperation and the introduction of advanced technological solutions,” says the minister.

The chemical industry is one of the mainstays of this country's technological sovereignty. It provides key sectors of the economy from construction and agriculture to medicine, energy, transportation, and electronics with domestic materials, raw materials, and components.

“The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia creates conditions for the technological development of the industry, including by implementing the activities of the New Materials and Chemistry national project, which is aimed at achieving technological independence, leadership in the production of chemical products, new materials and biotechnological products, and the formation of new markets,” continues the minister. “A range of government support measures is available for the implementation of projects, from research and development to industrial production and product launch. Support tools help to develop engineering infrastructure, strengthen cooperation between enterprises, universities and research organisations, increase production of specialty chemicals and reduce dependence on imports.”

Anton Alikhanov wished all participants productive work, new business contacts, bold decisions, and successful implementation of projects for the development of the industry.

Khimia 2026 will take place at Timiryazev Centre from 9 to 12 November 2026.

Press Service, EXPOCENTRE AO