In January-November of the current year, Russian companies produced 891,000 mt of steel welded pipes, up 13 percent compared to the same period last year, including 788,000 mt for the domestic market and 102,000 mt for export.
In November alone, Russia's steel welded pipe production fell by 12 percent compared to October, declining to 81,000 mt, including 71,000 mt for the domestic market and 10,000 mt for export. In December, Russian pipe makers are expected to reduce their welded pipe output due to seasonal factors.