During a working meeting between the Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of ERG S.a.r.l. Shukhrat Ibragimov, the construction of a hot briquetted iron (HBI) plant in the city of Rudny was discussed.

This strategically important project will become a new stage in the development of ferrous metallurgy in the region and will attract 500 billion tenge of investment, create 1,100 new jobs and produce 2 million tons of HBI per year.

The production of hot briquetted iron will ensure deeper processing of raw materials and increase the added value of products.

Current project status

Pre-project preparation is currently underway, the modern technology "Midrex" has been selected. In the near future, contracts will be concluded for the manufacture and supply of equipment. In the summer of 2025, construction of engineering infrastructure will begin, including water, gas and electricity supply, as well as access roads.

Additional ERG Investments in Regional Development

A memorandum of cooperation between the Akimat of Kostanay Region and ERG for 2.7 billion tenge was also signed during the meeting. The funds will be used to develop urban infrastructure in Rudny, Lisakovsk, and the villages of Kachar and Oktyabrsky.

Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov noted that the project will be a key step in the development of industry in the region and improving the quality of life of the population.

Kostanay Region continues to attract large investments, creating new jobs and strengthening its position in the ferrous metallurgy sector.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/960829?lang=kk