Ukraine lowers refractories output in January-April 2014
In January-April Ukrainian refractory manufacturers produced 98.2 thousand tons of refractory materials, down by 7% YoY. The decrease in production was due to the lack of orders from local metal companies. Some refractory companies are in difficult financial state. For example Chasov Yar Refractory Works has no means to pay for gas and salary, and…