Irkutsk region relies on Bratsk timber industry cluster

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Irkutsk region relies on Bratsk timber industry cluster

Irkutsk region relies on Bratsk timber industry cluster

The government of the Irkutsk Region is stepping up efforts to develop the Bratsk timber industry cluster. Vladimir Chitorkin, Deputy Chairman of the regional government, and Pavel Kirdyapkin, Acting Minister of Forestry, conducted a working trip to Bratsk, where they discussed key issues of industry development with forest users.

Key areas of work
The main priorities for the development of the Bratsk timber industry cluster:

DirectionContent
Priority developmentBratsk and the surrounding territories have been identified as an important timber industry cluster in the region.
Expansion of sales marketsJoint solution of logistics issues and search for new markets
Integrated forest managementImprovement of the sanitary condition of forest areas

Plans for the coming years
In 2026-2027, the Irkutsk region plans to:

• To carry out forest management on the territory of 3 million hectares
• Ensure effective management of forest resources
• Financing from the federal budget

Preparing for the fire season
Special attention was paid to fire safety issues.:

• Active preparation for the 2026 season
• Planning an inter-district meeting
• Participation of representatives of forest fire brigades

As Vladimir Chitorkin noted, the region is actively preparing for the 2026 season.

Importance to the industry
The development of the Bratsk timber cluster is in line with the region's strategy for:

• Improving the efficiency of the use of forest resources
• Creating added value in the forestry sector of the economy
• Development of processing industries
• Strengthening the region's position in the Russian timber industry

Expected results
• Creation of new jobs
• Increased volume of wood processing
• Increased tax revenue
• Development of the territory's infrastructure

Tags: #Irkutsk region #Bratsk #timber industry cluster #forestry #forestry management #fire hazard season

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