2025
InStelRus for 2.1 billion rubles launched a new plant for the production of medical glass in St. Petersburg
In December 2025, a new production complex was commissioned on the territory of the special economic zone in St. Petersburg. Permission to enter the facility was issued by the State Construction Supervision Service of the city. The developer was InStelRus LLC. The potential volume of investments in the facility is 2.1 billion rubles. Read more here
In the suburbs for ₽8 billion launched a plant for the production of polished glass with protection from the sun
In September 2025, the Klinsky Glass Plant in the Moscow Region launched the Wedge-1 polished glass enterprise. The volume of investments in the project amounted to more than ₽8 billion. Read more here
2024
Wholesale sales of mirrors in Russia soared by 56% over the year and reached 5.44 billion rubles
In 2024, sales in the wholesale mirror market in Russia reached 5.44 billion rubles, an increase of 56% compared to 2023. This was announced in the analytical company Alto Consulting Group (ACG) in January 2026.
Analysts attribute the significant growth of the mirror segment to the recovery in demand for construction and finishing materials, an increase in housing construction and repairs, as well as an increase in consumption of mirror products in the household and commercial sectors.
The undisputed leader in production was the Volga Federal District, which accounted for 48.8% of the total. This concentration is due to the presence of large glass processing and mirror production enterprises, as well as a developed logistics infrastructure. Significant production volumes were also provided by the Central and Northwestern Federal Districts, focusing on the supply of large cities and regions.
The report separately noted the dynamics of prices. The average price of manufacturers for a mounted bathroom mirror in the period from 2022 to 2024 increased by 41%, increasing from 1,463 rubles to 2,062,2 rubles apiece. In September 2025, this indicator continued to grow, rising by 0.4% compared to August and reaching 2,255 rubles apiece. This reflects continued demand and moderate inflation in the industry.
ACG analysts predict moderate growth in mirror production in the coming years. Its drivers will be the expansion of housing construction, the renewal of the furniture park and the growing demand for high-quality products. It is expected that the Volga Federal District will maintain its leading position, however, the role of the Central and North-Western Districts will increase due to the modernization of production facilities. Automation, range expansion, logistics optimization and state support for domestic manufacturers are the key areas of industry development.[1]
The production of double-glazed windows in Russia over the year increased by 1.1% to 23 million square meters. m.
The production of double-glazed windows in Russia in 2024 reached 22,955,8 thousand square meters. m, which exceeded the previous year's figure by 1.1%. This is evidenced by the data of the analytical company Alto Consulting Group, released in October 2025.
A slight increase in volumes was the result of a complex of changes in the industry. The largest share in the production structure was taken by the Central Federal District - 27.4%, which is due to the concentration of large factories and high demand in the capital region.
Analysts identified three factors for increasing the output of the reason for the growth in production indicators:
- Resumption of construction activity in a number of regions. Developers stepped up the implementation of residential and commercial real estate projects, which directly affected the demand for glazing.
- Localize components. Manufacturers have established the production of components within the country, reducing dependence on imported supplies of remote frames and specialized coatings.
- Transition to energy efficient technologies. The market has refocused from simple designs to multi-chamber double-glazed units with low emission coatings and inert gas filling.
- For the period from 2022 to 2024, the average price of manufacturers increased by 18.2% - from ₽1 993.1 per sq. m to ₽2 355.8 per sq. m. The increase in price is associated with an increase in the cost of logistics, energy and specialized materials.
In April 2025, the cost reached ₽2 680.0 per sq. m, exceeding the March level by 2.4%. Experts explain the increase as a seasonal factor and an increase in the share of technological solutions in the total output.
The change in price structure transformed competition in the industry. The advantage is gained by companies that have the technologies of coating, tightness control and gas filling. Customers are ready to overpay for certified products with confirmed heat saving characteristics and a warranty period of 10-15 years.[2]
The production of raw glass for electronics in Russia for the year decreased by 10.7% to 52.7 thousand tons
In 2024, the production of unprocessed glass in Russia decreased by 10.7%. The total output amounted to 52.7 thousand tons. This is evidenced by the data of the analytical company Alto Consulting Group, released in October 2025.
The Central Federal District retained a dominant position in the production structure. It accounted for 93% of the total output of untreated glass. The largest glass enterprises of the country are concentrated in the region.
The decrease in production is due to temporary logistical difficulties. The increase in the cost of production also affected. There was a slowdown in the pace of construction in certain regions of Russia.
Raw glass is used in the production of electronic components. The product is used in the manufacture of sensors and insulation systems. The material is also in demand in the optical industry and instrument making.
The construction industry remains a major consumer of raw glass. The products are used to produce facade and architectural glass. Mechanical engineering buys material for the manufacture of industrial glasses.
The average load of glass enterprises in 2024 was 80-85%. The indicator demonstrates the stable position of the industry. Companies have adapted to fluctuations in market demand.
The Volga Federal District ranks second in terms of production. The Northwestern Federal District also contributes to overall output. Regional businesses serve local construction programs.
Analysts predict a gradual recovery in production volumes. Moderate growth is expected in the coming years. Increasing demand for energy efficient materials will support the development of the industry.
The development of export supplies is considered a promising direction. Products can be supplied to the CIS and Eastern Europe. Expanding the range of colored glass will strengthen the position of manufacturers.[3]
The production of safe glass in Russia over the year increased by 19.6% and reached 14.6 million square meters. m
The production of safe glass in Russia in 2024 amounted to 14.6 million square meters, which is 19.6% more than in 2023. This was announced by the analytical company Alto Consulting Group in October 2025.
The values are calculated by company analysts based on official statistics. The increase in production came after two consecutive years of declining output. In 2023, production was 12.2 million square meters.
The Central Federal District took first place in the production of safe glass in 2024. The region accounted for about 49.9% of the total output, which is 7.3 million square meters. The concentration of production in one district determines the structure of the domestic market.
The second place was taken by the Volga Federal District with a share of 43.5%. Production in the region reached 6.3 million square meters. The two counties provide more than 93% of the nation's total safety glass output.
The rest of the federal districts produce insignificant volumes of products. The Northwestern Federal District holds a 3.2% share. Siberian and Southern federal districts produce 1.1% of safe glass each. The Ural Federal District produces 0.7% of the total.
Production dynamics for the period from 2021 to 2024 demonstrates the uneven development of the industry. In 2021, the output was 16.9 million square meters. In 2022, production declined sharply by 22.5% to 13.1 million square meters.
In 2023, production continued to decline by 6.6% and reached 12.2 million square meters. This became the minimum value for the period in question. In 2024, the trend changed, and output increased by 19.6% to 14.6 million square meters.
The volume of shipments of safe glass in Russia in 2024 amounted to 8.0 million square meters. The figure is 15.5% more than in 2023. The increase in shipments reflects an increase in demand for products from consumers.
The dynamics of shipments for the period from 2020 to 2024 shows significant fluctuations. In 2020, the volume was 11.0 million square meters. Shipments rose 15.2% to 12.6 million square meters in 2021.[4]
Production of laminated glass for industrial facilities and cars in Russia increased by 11.5% over the year and reached 6.3 million square meters. m
The production of multilayer safe glass in Russia in 2024 reached 6.3 million square meters, an increase of 11.5% compared to 2023. This was announced by the analytical company Alto Consulting Group in October 2025.
The result reflects the ongoing recovery of the construction and automotive industries. These industries are the main consumers of triplex and other types of safety glass. Demand for products is growing due to an increase in the volume of construction and production of vehicles.
The largest volume of output was recorded in the Central Federal District. The region accounted for about 55% of total production in the country. The district strengthened its leadership by modernizing production lines and increasing orders from large enterprises in the construction and transport sectors.
Demand for laminated glass is showing steady growth. The increase is due to the tightening of safety standards and an increase in the volume of construction of residential and commercial facilities. The need for energy-saving and shock-resistant materials is growing. Laminated glass has become an important element of modern architectural and industrial design.
Analysts highlighted several key industry trends in 2024. The use of triplex in civil and industrial construction is expanding. Glass consumption in the automotive industry is increasing due to an increase in vehicle production. Innovative lamination technologies are being introduced that increase the strength and optical transparency of products.
The share of import substitution is increasing and domestic production facilities are developing. The range is expanding due to decorative and energy-efficient glasses. The Russian safe glass market is becoming more technologically mature. Market participants are actively introducing modern methods of processing and quality control.[5]
16.7% reduction in mirror production to ₽2,9 billion
Domestic mirror production in Russia decreased by 16.7% in 2024, amounting to ₽2,9 billion against ₽3,5 billion in 2023, while imports of mirror products increased by 19.6% to $42 million. The total volume of the Russian mirror market decreased by 4.2% to ₽4,8 billion, continuing the negative trend observed since 2017. Analytical company AnalyticResearchGroup presented market research on August 26, 2025.
The decline in domestic mirror production continues the trend of market contraction, which has been observed since 2017 with an average annual decline of 8.76%. Imports replaced a significant share of domestic products in the context of a decrease in local output.
AnalyticResearchGroup experts predict a radical turning point in negative dynamics as early as 2025. Domestic mirror production is expected to rise 9.6%, marking the first positive result in consecutive years.
Analysts' long-term forecasts indicate a recovery in the position of domestic producers. By 2029, Russian enterprises may increase the production of mirror products to ₽4,3 billion, for the first time in a long time ahead of the volume of imported supplies.
Mirror imports, while maintaining current trends, could fall to $17.5 million by 2029. This means a significant change in the structure of the Russian market in favor of local manufacturers.
Several key factors determine the transformation of the market. The automotive mirror segment is growing demand for technological solutions, including all-round viewing systems integrated with driver assistance systems.
Environmental trends are becoming an important driver of consumer preferences. Customers are increasingly paying attention to the materials used and the sustainability of production processes when choosing mirror products.[6]
2022: Production decline by 15% to 228m sqm
In 2022, 228 million square meters of glass were manufactured in Russia, which is 15% less than a year earlier. The decline came after 11.6 percent market growth in 2021. This is evidenced by data from BusinesStat analysts, released in August 2023.
According to experts, glass production in the Russian Federation has decreased due to weakening demand in both domestic and foreign markets. In the domestic market, the main decline in demand for glass was due to a drop in sales of double-glazed windows in the secondary housing segment, which was influenced by the uncertainty of the population's expectations regarding the future economic situation due to the anti-Russian sanctions imposed. Demand for glass from the domestic automotive industry, which was hit hard by the departure of major global players, also fell significantly. At the same time, an increase in sales due to active housing construction, which peaked in 2022, was kept from an even greater drop in demand for glass in the domestic market.
Russian glass production is also largely dependent on demand in foreign markets. So, over the past five years, more than 20% of the products produced were exported annually, according to a study published in August 2023. The minimum value of the share of exports in production - 16.5% - was noted just in 2022.
A significant share of Russian production is occupied by factories owned by large foreign glass brands. Among them, analysts distinguish AGC Glass Group, Pilkington, Guardian, Trakya Glass, Fuyao Glass. In 2022, AGC Glass Group stopped investing in Russian business, and also reduced the supply of its products, NSG Group (Pilkington) suspended commercial operations in Russia, the Guardian announced its departure from the country, the activities of Trakya Glass and Fuyao Glass remained unchanged.[7]
Notes
- ↑ Glass mirror production in Russia 2024: overview, regions and price trends
- ↑ Production of double-glazed units in Russia 2024: results, drivers and practical analytics
- ↑ Russia's Raw Glass Production 2024: Market Dynamics, Regions and Trends
- ↑ In 2024, the Central Federal District ranked first in the production of safe glass
- ↑ Production of laminated safety glass in Russia 2024: dynamics, structure and key industry trends
- ↑ Russian mirror market: imports are growing, but the future lies with local production
- ↑ In 2022, glass production in Russia decreased by 15% to 228 million m2.
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