Rosgeo’s leadership, led by Sergey Gorkov, outlined an active plan to secure contractual commitments with six African nations in 2023 for studies of solid mineral reserves. These remarks were reported by TASS. The executive emphasized that the group aims to move forward with Algeria by May, and to finalize agreements with Angola, Sierra Leone, and Zimbabwe as part of a broader minerals program that spans several markets across the continent. In addition to these targeted collaborations, two promising projects are being developed in Morocco and Mozambique, focused on mineral resource studies with the potential to reach readiness milestones by mid-year. The scope of these efforts centers on the exploration and assessment of solid mineral deposits, including potential resource estimation, feasibility assessment, and environmental considerations that underpin responsible development. References to the strategic direction were provided by Gorkov during a public briefing, illustrating Rosgeo’s intent to expand its footprint through multi-country scientific ventures in the mineral sector. (Attribution: TASS)
Gorkov highlighted that the organization anticipates completing or initiating key agreements in several other regions as the year progresses, with parallel workstreams aimed at strengthening technical capacity, local collaboration, and knowledge transfer. The plan involves a careful alignment of geological surveys, data collection, and risk assessment to support credible exploration outcomes that can attract investment from regional and international partners. While the current focus is on solid minerals, the framework also contemplates regulatory alignment, logistics, and the necessary governance structures to ensure transparent, compliant operations across diverse jurisdictions. (Attribution: Rosgeo briefing)
Looking further ahead, the head of the holding noted that Rosgeo intends to extend its explorative activities into additional African markets, and to pursue capacity-building initiatives that bolster in-country expertise and scientific infrastructure. By 2024, there are outlined efforts to replicate the solid mineral study model in other nations, with a view toward creating a robust portfolio of high-potential projects. The initiative aligns with Rosgeo’s broader objective of contributing to the reliable assessment of natural resources while supporting local economic development through responsible scientific work. (Attribution: Strategic planning update)
Meanwhile, Izvestia reported on remarks from Alexander Kozlov, the Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, regarding Rosgeo’s broader strategic evolution. The ministry signaled plans to retool Rosgeo’s fleet of scientific ships for new purposes, including potential diversification into tourism-related activities in the Far East. Beginning in 2024, four research vessels under Rosgeologia’s supervision may be redirected toward cruise tourism, integrating naval design expertise with tourism infrastructure planning. The government is evaluating funding sources to enable this conversion and to support the capital expenditures required for retrofitting and operational reconfiguration. (Attribution: Izvestia)