Coal & Mining Russia 2027
Bolshevik Coal Mine Overview
The Bolshevik Coal Mine (шахта Большевик) is an operating underground coal mine located in Novokuznetsk, Kemerovo, Russia. Opened in 2005, the mine produces bituminous metallurgical coal using the longwall mining method.
Key Details
- Status: Operating
- Mine Type: Underground
- Capacity: 1 Mtpa
- 2023 Production: 0.5 Mtpa
- Workforce: 640
- Coal Type: Bituminous (Metallurgical)
Ownership
Owned by Shakhta Bolshevik JSC, with Novaya Gornaya Management Company LLC as the parent company. The mine was previously managed by Sibuglemet before restructuring in 2022 following international sanctions.
Production Trends
| Year | Production (Mt) |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 1.23 |
| 2019 | 1.62 |
| 2020 | 0.53 |
| 2023 | 0.53 |
Production has declined from a peak of 1.6 Mt in 2016 to approximately 0.5 Mt in recent years.
Safety and Environment
In 2025, the mine was listed among Russia's most hazardous underground coal mines. Rostechnadzor ordered suspensions due to safety violations including methane concentration exceedances and dust explosion hazards. The operator has implemented digitalization measures to improve safety. In 2024, 18 hectares of agricultural land were transferred for industrial use.
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Venue Map and Hotels Around
Novokuznetsk - Kuzbasskaya Yarmarka, Kemerovo Oblast, Russia