In 2018 Lermontovsky Mining and Processing Works produced 375 tons of tungsten concentrate valued at 528 million rubles, up from 79 tons and 98 million rubles in 2017. Ore mining grew from 78 tons to 98 tons. Average salary increased to 31 thousand rubles from 24 thousand rubles. (Ukrainian metal)
In January-August Lermontovsky Mining and Processing Works produced 235 tons of tungsten concentrate. The company employs 240 locals from the Svetlogorye village. In April LGOK resumed operation after a scheduled shut down. Since February the company has been assembling new machinery. Last year LGOK received 250 million rubles from the regional budget to resume operation.…