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The finals of the All-Russian NAKS professional skills competition "Best Welder of Russia" opened at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. For several days, the entire city on the Neva River became the country's premier venue for showcasing the highest levels of professionalism in welding technology. The event brought together over 500 leading welding specialists from across the country.

"This competition is a clear demonstration of how highly professionalism is valued in our country. Welding is more than just a technology; it is, in many ways, an art form that requires deep knowledge, skill, and creativity. It is especially symbolic that this competition is supported by the National Agency for Welding Control, an organization that has long been a leading authority in the welding industry. The long-standing partnership between Polytechnic University and NAKS guarantees the high level of the event and its significance for the professional community. We are proud to contribute to the development of professional education and the support of talented professionals. SPbPU has always strived to be at the forefront of educational innovation, and supporting such events is an important part of our mission," noted Lyudmila Pankova, SPbPU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs.

The All-Russian NAKS Professional Skills Competition "Best Welder of Russia" is the premier professional competition for industry professionals. Qualifying rounds were held in 67 regions of the Russian Federation, with over 1,300 welders vying for the title. Approximately 200 of the strongest competitors, demonstrating the best results at regional venues, earned the right to participate in the finals.

The competition is taking place at two high-tech production sites of member organizations of the SRO Association "NAKS" in St. Petersburg.

LLC "SZ ANTTS "Energomontazh" – nominations "Manual argon-arc welding" and "Mechanized welding" LLC "RSZ MATs" – nominations "Manual arc welding" and "Welding with a hot tool"

Participants will perform complex practical tasks involving welding test specimens under strict regulations and time controls. Weld quality will be assessed using visual inspection, radiography, and ultrasonic testing.

The competition received high praise and support from the Government of St. Petersburg. The awards ceremony and closing ceremony will take place on October 31 at ExpoForum. On that day, the names of the country's best welders will be announced. Winners and runners-up in each of the four categories will receive diplomas, valuable prizes, and cash awards. The total prize fund for all four categories is 4 million rubles.

Based on the results of the final competition, the Russian Federation National Team, the Russia NAKS Team, will be formed to prepare for and participate in the prestigious Arc Cup International Welding Competition. This has already achieved success: in 2017, 2019, and 2023, the Russian team, prepared by NAKS, took first place at the championship in China, beating competitors from 57 countries.

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A signing ceremony for a memorandum of strategic partnership with the Russian biotechnology company ARTSELLENS was held at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Ilya Bardin-Denisov, CEO of ARTSELLENS LLC, and Yuri Fomin, Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU, attended the ceremony.

The primary goal of the partnership is the joint development of an advanced technological platform for the creation of RNA-based therapeutics. This platform will enable the rapid development of highly effective drugs against a wide range of socially significant diseases.

The collaboration between the industrial partner and the research center will enable the use of the Polytechnic University's existing facilities not only for development but also for preclinical animal studies, while pilot production will be established at the Technopolis Moscow site. ARTSELLENS will be responsible for bringing the developed drugs to the clinical trial stage, their registration, and subsequent market launch in Russia and the EAEU.

Ilya Bardin-Denisov, CEO of ARTSELLENS, noted: "The signing of this memorandum marks an important step in expanding our portfolio through the use of innovative RNA-based technologies. Synergy with one of the country's leading research centers will enable us to utilize the full scientific and technical potential of this leading research center to develop effective, safe, and, importantly, affordable medications. The use of digital approaches will significantly reduce the time and costs of expensive development stages and preclinical trials, eliminating obviously unsuccessful options. We are investing not just in research, but in the creation of next-generation products."

Ceremony participants agreed that collaboration between business and science facilitates the solution of complex scientific and technological problems, and accelerates the development and availability of innovative medicines for Russian patients.

For our university, this partnership is an opportunity to apply our powerful scientific and technical expertise in biotechnology to address practical national healthcare challenges. The joint project with ARTSELLENS aims to create a fully-fledged national platform that will open up new opportunities for quickly responding to the challenges posed by the emergence of new diseases, added Yuri Fomin, Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU.

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The "Career Change" conference, a meeting of employers, university career center staff, and representatives of the city's student communities, took place in St. Petersburg. The event was organized by Nexign and the Career Development Department of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

The event was attended by representatives of the city's leading universities, employers from the IT, industrial, manufacturing, and other sectors, as well as students and career activists.

The main goal of the meeting was to discuss new trends in university-business collaboration and create a platform for lively dialogue and professional networking. The conference opened with a "Break Analysis" session dedicated to current changes in the labor market.

The discussion, moderated by Egor Kosarev (Nexign), was attended by: Ekaterina Sklyarenko (hh.ru North-West), Valeria Tenyaeva (Nexign), Anastasia Gerasimova (SPbU), Maya Rusakova (Center for Applied Sociology, SPbU), Svetlana Karelina (ETU "LETI"), and Valentina Tarnovskaya (Glavstroy St. Petersburg).

Experts discussed key challenges of our time.

How have the expectations of young professionals changed? Why are companies increasingly seeking support from universities? How can we build trust between generations of employers and students?

Later, university representatives discussed new approaches to partnering with companies. Elvira Tuktamysheva, Head of SPbPU's Employment Support Sector, shared Polytechnic University practices. Her presentation focused on building comfortable and mutually beneficial relationships with employers to advance students' careers.

Elvira Tuktamysheva: We're moving from a "request-based" approach to genuine collaboration with employers. It's a win-win approach, benefiting both companies and students. And by involving our students in co-organizing these events, we don't forget to consider the young people's opinions.

During the final session, representatives from Pulkovo, Baltika, and Nexign shared their experiences with onboarding interns, mentoring, and fostering a culture of trust within teams. The event concluded with informal networking and contact exchanges—a true "big break"—where employers and universities discussed joint projects and ideas for the new academic year.

Career Change became a platform where business and education came together to discuss the future—the people, professions, and meanings that define the new generation of professionals.

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A meeting was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University between Rector Andrey Rudskoy and Pavel Spirin, head of the Urban Planning Department at the Institute of Strategic Studies, director of the Research Institute for Advanced Urban Planning, and academician of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences.

The event was attended by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy, ISI Director Marina Petrochenko, and ISI Graduate School of Design and Architecture Director Margarita Perkova, while the Research Institute of Industrial Geosciences was represented by Director Pavel Spirin.

The opening of the joint department was the result of a cooperation agreement signed between the Institute of Civil Engineering at SPbPU and the Research Institute of Industrial Geodesy in 2024. The first joint project was research into the preparation of spatial modeling and territory visualization materials as part of the territorial planning documentation (territory planning and surveying project) for the city of Gelendzhik.

The training of highly qualified urban planners is highly relevant. According to the Russian Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Utilities, the state's need for such specialists is approximately 20,000–50,000. To address this challenge, the Institute of Strategic Studies (ISS) and the Research Institute of Industrial Geosciences (NII PG) are implementing programs aimed at training a new generation of highly qualified specialists.

The purpose of establishing the joint department is to integrate educational, research, and project activities to train highly qualified personnel in the field of territorial planning and urban design. The department will also focus on professional development and the development of research in this field.

Classes are held at the Department's Research Institute for Advanced Urban Development, a leading design and architectural center in Russia and a leader in the field of territorial planning, urban zoning, and land use planning.

The main research areas of the Urban Planning department cover topics such as:

Scientific and methodological approaches to the preparation of territorial planning documents; development of information systems in urban planning; substantiation of the scientific basis for the preparation of urban planning standards; environmentally oriented territorial planning; legal and methodological aspects of urban planning regulation.

The Research Institute for Advanced Urban Development was established in 1992, continuing the professional traditions of the Leningrad Research Institute of Urban Development, the oldest institute in the urban development industry.

The Research Institute of Urban Development possesses unique experience and expertise, confirmed by licenses from the Russian Ministry of Culture, the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation, and ISO and SRO certificates. Over the course of its operations, the Institute has implemented over 700 major urban development projects at the federal and regional levels, including the development of methodological recommendations for the Russian Ministry of Regional Development, master plans for cities such as Sochi, Krasnodar, Anapa, and Murmansk, and territorial development concepts.

The opening of a joint department of "Urban Planning" at the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University within the Institute of Civil Engineering will not only strengthen student training in territorial planning and urban design but also significantly expand the Polytechnic's research potential in these areas. Joint activities with the Research Institute of Advanced Urban Planning will help meet the high demand for urban planning engineers nationwide, noted Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Advanced Urban Planning.

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The second Russian-Chinese Summer School on Construction was held in Guangzhou, China, with the support of the National Association of Builders of Russia and the Chinese Society of Civil Engineers. Leading Russian architectural and civil engineering universities participated. Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University was represented by Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering, and Yuri Lazarev, Director of the Graduate School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction at the Institute of Civil Engineering.

The summer school is being held to strengthen Russian-Chinese cooperation in road transport, bridge, and underground construction, as well as joint activities to train personnel and develop innovative solutions in the construction industry.

On the first day of the event, representatives of the Civil Engineering Institute presented a joint report on "Problems of Ensuring the Safety and Seismic Resistance of Transport Structures." ICI Director Marina Petrochenko highlighted key aspects of transport infrastructure safety, including its impact on the socioeconomic stability of regions and the livelihoods of the population. Particular attention was paid to modern approaches to the design of transport structures in seismically active zones and the use of artificial intelligence systems for monitoring the technical condition of engineering structures. The authors also examined methods for ensuring the durability and reliability of transport facilities operating in aggressive environments.

On the second day, the participants visited the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Zhongshan University, which trains specialists in civil, hydraulic, transport, and ocean engineering. At a meeting with colleagues, Marina Petrochenko presented the development prospects of the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering and opportunities for collaboration between Chinese universities and the Polytechnic University through joint educational, research, and project activities.

The Russian delegation was treated to a visit to China's first national museum of tunnels and underground structures, boasting a 5,000-square-meter exhibition space and a 6,000-square-meter theme park. The guests also visited the construction site of the Mingzhu Bay Trans-River Tunnel.

We are confident that the experience gained will serve as the foundation for strengthening partnerships, expanding joint educational and research projects, and developing long-term cooperation between Polytechnic University and Chinese universities, concluded Marina Petrochenko.

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The qualifying round of the St. Petersburg Case Championship in Public Administration took place at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade of the Polytechnic University.

The Case Championship is included ininteraction plan The Civil Service and Personnel Policy Committee of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration and SPbPU envisages the development of new forms of cooperation between the university and government agencies. This partnership is developing innovative information channels that highlight the specifics of the state civil service. Students are actively involved in implementing real-life projects commissioned by city government agencies.

This is the second time the Polytechnic University has hosted the championship: last year, it hosted its finals, which helped strengthen the partnership with the committee. The new season of the case championship aims to develop students' practical skills, foster their analytical thinking, and prepare them for solving real-world management problems.

More than 70 students from the Polytechnic University, representing 14 student teams, took part in the final round of the case championship.

A total of 25 applications were submitted for participation in the selection round from teams from IPMET, GI, and IMMIT, representing a wide range of training areas—from innovation and management to economic security and advertising and public relations.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mechanics, Economics, and Technology, opened the event: "The idea for a case championship was born two years ago, and the first experience has already demonstrated high interest from students and a creative approach to solving problems in the fields of tourism and culture."

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration, also welcomed the participants: "This championship is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in teamwork, project work, public speaking, and real-world analytics. These skills cannot be acquired solely in lectures—they are developed through practice."

The theme of the 2025 selection round is: “Development of mechanisms and activities to engage young people (14–22 years old) in the active use of the Pushkin Map in St. Petersburg.”

The teams presented practical solutions to the expert committee aimed at increasing the interest of young St. Petersburg residents in the city's cultural events.

Participants also participated in a thematic quiz on public and municipal administration, prepared by Grigory Kulkaev, assistant professor at the Graduate School of Public Administration. This interactive quiz tested their knowledge, discussed relevant topics, and inspired them to study public service.

The participants presented their project solutions to an expert committee, which included leading Polytechnic professors in the field of "State and Municipal Administration," as well as representatives of city authorities:

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the Administration of the Governor of St. Petersburg; Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology for Promising Projects and Youth Policy; Olga Nadezhina, Acting Director of the Graduate School of Public Administration; Marina Ivanova, Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Public Administration and Head of the Educational Program "Public and Municipal Administration"; Tamara Selentyeva, Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Public Administration and Deputy Head of the Directorate of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology; Kirill Trofimov, Head of the Personnel Reserves Sector of the Committee for Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the Administration of the Governor of St. Petersburg; Olga Smirnova, Chief Specialist of the Department of Theater, Musical Arts and Cinematography of the Office of State Support of the Arts and External Relations of the Committee for Culture of St. Petersburg.

Following the qualifying round, the following teams received a winner's diploma and a ticket to the final:

"Bureaucrats with IQ" (students majoring in Public and Municipal Administration); "Orion" (a team from the Case Club SPbPU student association).

Participating in the case championship was a vibrant and invaluable experience for our team. The task of engaging young people with the Pushkin Map proved truly engaging and inspiring. We approached the task with enthusiasm, striving to come up with ideas that could be implemented. The championship atmosphere was very pleasant and energizing. We are delighted to be part of such an event and grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to showcase our talent, share experiences, and contribute to the development of cultural initiatives for young people," noted Orion team captain Daniil Plushenko.

The following teams were awarded prize-winning diplomas:

"Fun" (fourth-year students, Management major); "Presidential Regiment" (team of the student association "Public Administration Laboratory").

Maxim Ivanov, the organizer of the qualifying round and Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology (IPMET), summarized the results: The St. Petersburg Case Championship in Public Administration is more than just a competition; it's an opportunity for students to truly immerse themselves in the real-world challenges we face every day. What's important here isn't theory, but the ability to think outside the box, to see the problem from the inside, to ask honest questions, and to find practical solutions. We're not looking for templates—they've already been there. We need fresh ideas, unexpected approaches, and the vibrant energy of the younger generation. The key is to not be afraid, to speak up, to try, to make mistakes, and to move forward again. Because this experience is priceless.

Polytechnic University's collaboration with the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration continues. The second cohort will begin in November. career guidance project "Smolny School".

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The 14th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum has concluded. This year, it was attended by 34,000 guests from 54 countries. Over 600 exhibitors presented their developments and achievements, including Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. 110 business program events and over 1,800 meetings were held at the business networking center.

SPbPU representatives also actively participated in the forum's events. For example, the roundtable discussion "Modern Challenges in Training Next-Generation Specialists for the Gas Industry" provided a platform for constructive dialogue between representatives of science, education, and business.

The discussion took place as part of the IV I. P. Afanasyev Scientific and Practical Conference "Development of Oil and Gas Refining Facilities and Advanced Hydrocarbon Processing Technologies." The conference was organized by Gazprom Pererabotka, Gazprom Pererabotka Blagoveshchensk, the Union of Oil and Gas Industry Organizations "Russian Gas Society," and EF-International.

The roundtable was moderated by Dmitry Tananykhin, Vice-Rector of the Empress Catherine II Saint Petersburg Mining University. He presented the results of the first phase of the pilot project "Improving the Higher Education System," aimed at updating approaches to engineering training and developing competencies that meet modern technological challenges.

Olga Onufrieva, Vice Rector for Strategic Development and External Communications at St. Petersburg State University of Economics, delivered a presentation entitled "Training Personnel for the Gas Industry: New Directions and Prospects for Interuniversity Cooperation." She emphasized the importance of networking between universities, integrating the academic and industrial environments, and developing programs focused on practical training for students.

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University was represented at the roundtable by Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova. In her speech, she noted that the university is actively developing partnerships with energy and industrial companies, implementing practice-oriented educational pathways, digital simulation labs, and internship programs with leading industry companies.

"Today, it's important for us not just to impart knowledge to students, but to develop their ability to think like an engineer, work on projects, and quickly adapt to the production environment. This is the only way to prepare specialists prepared for the real challenges of the gas industry," emphasized Lyudmila Pankova.

Representatives of relevant universities and organizations also took part in the discussion: Inessa Novoselova (Committee on Science and Higher Education of St. Petersburg), Vladimir Koshelev (Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas), and Daria Stepanova (Gazprom Pererabotka).

After exchanging views on ways to improve engineering training, develop networked technology platforms, and update educational standards to meet the needs of modern production, participants agreed that the successful development of the gas industry directly depends on the quality of specialist training and the flexibility of educational programs that reflect the dynamics of technological change.

Another event aimed at developing engineering education and strengthening ties between the university and industrial partners was the roundtable discussion "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies for Industrial Breakthrough," organized by the Rosatom State Corporation.

The discussion, moderated by Russia 24 TV channel host Artem Yamshchikov, included representatives from Rosatom, Gazprombank, Gazprom Neft, the consulting company Kept, and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Natalia Ilyina, Director of Scientific and Technical Programs and Projects at Rosatom, discussed the implementation of the national project "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies," which aims to strengthen Russia's technological sovereignty and develop new production chains.

Participants placed special emphasis on training technology leaders—specialists capable of managing complex projects in energy and industry. Polytechnic University Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova reported that this year, Polytechnic University set a record for the number of applications for engineering majors—over 200,000. Interest in engineering education is the key to the country's future technological breakthrough, the Vice Rector believes.

The roundtable provided a platform for the exchange of experience between science, industry, and the financial sector, confirming the Polytechnic University's key role as a center for training engineering personnel for high-tech industries.

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The annual meeting between students and representatives of JSC Power Machines was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Participants were briefed on the Student Design Bureau's (SDB) work and the requirements for the sixth intake of the program.

This year the project reached a new level: after winning the federal competition for subsidies in the Student Design Leadership track at SKB Power Machines – Polytech became part of the SKB "System Engineering" ecosystem. This structure unites student teams working on engineering problems with the primary goal of training motivated and qualified engineers. The ecosystem was presented to the students by the head of the Student Design Bureau "System Engineering." Alena AleshinaShe emphasized that the project includes several areas and cross-cutting trajectories for teams from different fields.

Compared to last year, the scope of work at SKB Power Machines – Polytech has significantly expanded. Three key areas have been established: SKB Power Engineering (gas and steam turbines, as well as hydraulic machines); SKB Electrical Engineering (a turbogenerator area has been expanded to include a hydrogenerator area, and a new area has been established for the development of electrical apparatus and electrical insulation); and SKB Mechanical Engineering Technologies (electrical and power machine production technologies for the Electrosila and LMZ plants).

This year, 21 students from the "Power Machines" program joined the program. They are studying programs in steam and gas turbines, electrical machines, and design and engineering support for mechanical engineering production. In their third and fourth years, they master vocational skills, after which they move on to more in-depth design and calculation problems. In 2025, the total enrollment across all programs will be approximately 40 students.

Each participant is assigned two mentors: from SPbPU – graduate students and faculty with experience in R&D, from Power Machines – active engineers and experts.

This is a unique opportunity for students to work on real-world problems in a professional environment, utilize modern educational facilities, and receive support in their research and practical work. Participants become part of the company's corporate culture and have the opportunity to accelerate their career development at one of the country's leading power engineering companies.

"We don't just invite students to the project; we give them the opportunity to launch a career as a future engineer," says Darya Lycheva, the project coordinator for Power Machines. "Here, they'll solve real-world problems, make mistakes, and correct them under the guidance of experienced mentors. This is the kind of experience that can't be gained from university lectures alone, and it's precisely this that helps our graduates quickly develop into professionals."

The next stage of the program officially begins in November 2025 and will last two years. Each year, SKB participants will complete a corresponding professional training program, eventually receiving diplomas upon successful defense of their final projects before the heads of relevant departments at Power Machines.

Each student signs an employment contract with JSC Power Machines for the duration of their participation. This allows them to combine study and work, taking into account their class schedule. From the first few months, participants receive a stable salary and additional performance-based bonuses. Additionally, a benefits package is provided, including voluntary health insurance, meal reimbursement, and a hybrid work arrangement—students spend part of their time at the university and part of their time at the company's production facilities.

Special attention was paid to targeted contracts at the meeting. For students who successfully complete the probationary period and demonstrate their commitment, the company guarantees a monthly stipend for the entire duration of their studies and subsequent employment as a Category 3 design engineer. In exchange, graduates agree to work for the company for two to three years (depending on their year of entry into the program). This approach ensures that the knowledge acquired at SKB is relevant to real-world engineering practice.

Success stories were a key focus of the meeting. One example: Polytechnic University graduate Alexander Yemelyanov began his career at SKB and, in three years, rose from a program participant to a second-category software engineer at the control software development bureau. Alexander noted that his experience at SKB helped him quickly adapt to the profession, taught him how to solve complex applied problems, and laid the foundation for his rapid career advancement.

The organizers emphasized that participation in the program is much more than just studying and working. Power Machines traditionally focuses on employee development and fostering a positive corporate environment. Young professionals participate in engineering competitions, scientific and technical conferences, leadership schools, and sports and creative events. All this not only develops professional competencies but also fosters the team spirit essential in a large industrial company.

Meet Day became the starting point for a series of events. On October 7, students completed an online career intensive, and on October 10, One Day Offer was held at the Leningrad Metal Plant—a day when you can receive a job offer immediately after an interview. Participants will then undergo three months of practical work, and in February 2026, an interim Demo Day will be held, where the students will present their projects and results to company experts.

SKB Power Machines – Polytech is an example of successful collaboration between university and industry, enabling students to launch their careers while still studying and take a confident step into the future.

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The Russian Ministry of Transport and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have signed a cooperation agreement, which will be a key element in the implementation of Russia's Transport Strategy to 2030 with a forecast to 2035. The document was signed by Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin and SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

The agreement aims to unite the efforts of the state and a leading polytechnic university to develop the country's transport industry, enhance its scientific and technical potential, and implement advanced digital technologies.

The cooperation includes work in several priority areas. Joint research and development work will be conducted with transport sector organizations, aimed at addressing pressing global challenges in the scientific and technological development of transport. Particular attention will be paid to expert analytical reviews of internationally recognized technologies and techniques, as well as experimental research in all modes of transport.

Furthermore, the practical implementation of research and development results is expected. An important aspect will be the creation and development of regulatory and reference information systems, industry databases, classifiers, and methodological materials that will facilitate informed decision-making in the field of transport development.

One of the most important areas of cooperation will be the training, retraining, and advanced training of transport industry specialists, taking into account the current and future needs of organizations.

The agreement opens new horizons for the development of Russia's transport system, uniting science, industry, and education to achieve strategic goals and improve the quality of life for citizens, commented Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin.

Key areas of joint activity include: research and development in digital technologies and intelligent transport systems; expert analysis on advanced solutions in automobile, rail, sea, air, and urban electric transport; practical implementation of research results; development of regulatory information systems and industry databases; and training, retraining, and advanced training for transport industry specialists, taking into account its current and future needs.

Undoubtedly, developing competencies in transport design and implementation is a crucial factor in improving the efficiency and sustainability of the road network in the face of increasing mobility, climate challenges, and technological pressures, emphasized Andrey Rudskoy.

Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantin Pashkov, Head of Rosavtodor Roman Novikov, and Rector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy also approved a roadmap for 2025–2030, including the development of research and development activities to improve the durability and safety of highways, the development of national standards and regulatory documentation, the development of infrastructure for driverless vehicles, and the training of engineering and technical personnel and road industry managers.

To implement the roadmap's activities, a Research and Educational Center for Road Pavement Modeling will be opened at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University within the Institute of Civil Engineering. Albert Bashkaryov, Doctor of Engineering Sciences and Professor, has been appointed as the Center's Scientific Director, and Yuri Lazarev, Doctor of Engineering Sciences, will be its Director. The Research and Educational Center for Road Pavement Modeling will be established to conduct fundamental and applied research in the design, survey, and calculation of road pavement structures; the assessment and construction technologies of highways, bridges, tunnels, and airfields; materials testing; and the development of regulatory documents. The Center will implement educational programs by combining the efforts of SPbPU's higher education institutions and laboratories to organize interdisciplinary workshops and research involving undergraduate and graduate students. The Center's activities will be aimed at developing knowledge-intensive technologies in accordance with the priority areas of the SPbPU Development Program, the strategy for technological development of the Russian economy, and decrees of the President of the Russian Federation in science and technology.

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From October 6 to 10, the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum (SPIGF) is taking place at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre. Over the course of four days, representatives from relevant ministries and agencies, enterprises, universities, and research institutes will discuss the challenges facing the gas industry and determine its future development path. The Polytechnic University, as one of PJSC Gazprom's flagship universities, is a regular participant in this event.

The attention of the forum visitors is invariably attracted by stand of the Polytechnic University. This year, the traditional exhibition of engineering developments has been supplemented with a new feature: a strategic lecture hall. Part of the stand is dedicated to the developments of institutes of the St. Petersburg Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, headed by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

A large team of Polytechnicians is participating in the forum: researchers, engineers, teachers, and students. Over the course of two days, the site saw active participation andRector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy.

At a meeting of the Scientific and Educational Interuniversity Council of PJSC Gazprom, dedicated to increasing the attractiveness of Gazprom Group companies for university graduates, Andrei Ivanovich delivered a report entitled "PJSC Gazprom and Petra Polytechnic: Nurturing Technological Leaders."

Strategic government documents clearly define the goals, objectives, and priorities facing universities: participation in national projects, development of advanced technologies, and training of highly qualified personnel. And the most serious task: all our efforts must be focused on the overall direction—from import substitution to technological leadership. And universities must speak their minds in a mature and competent manner. Therefore, the theme of my speech is not simply the training of competitive engineers, but the development of technological leaders, spiritual leaders, and team players who see themselves as active participants in the country's high-tech development. The cooperation between our university and Gazprom and its subsidiaries has been built on these very principles for many years. The university is a key center for training personnel for the fuel and energy sector, noted Andrey Rudskoy.

The Rector of SPbPU discussed innovative educational programs based on VR technologies, which allow students and employees of Gazprom enterprises to develop professional skills in an interactive environment.

The primary goal of technological development should be the emergence of competitive, science-intensive products and effective management tools at all stages of the life cycle. And today's engineering university is a fully-fledged link in the production chain, emphasized Andrey Rudskoy.

Alexey Miller, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of PJSC Gazprom, attended the meeting of the Interuniversity Council. He outlined the situation in the gas industry and made proposals for the meeting's agenda. For example, the head of Gazprom believes that specialists should be trained where they will work, directly in production, and that paid internships will be a good motivator.

Following the meeting, the Polytechnic University's rector visited a collective exhibition of Gazprom's partner universities, held working meetings, and signed several cooperation agreements.

Polytechnic University has established a partnership with TurboService Rus (CEO Oleg Shevchenko) to develop mutually beneficial collaboration in research and education, including the development of student design bureaus.

The plans include: training personnel in the field of "Power Engineering"; development of a joint Student Design Bureau; organization and implementation of internships and work placements for students, postgraduate students and university faculty at the company; joint development of promising educational programs and projects that contribute to improving the quality of training and demand for specialists in areas related to the development of the power engineering sector; joint research activities in the field of innovations in energy and mechanical engineering, environmental protection, labor protection and industrial safety; joint organization of seminars, conferences, round tables, symposia, exhibitions; consulting and exchange of expert opinions; advanced training, training and retraining of employees; joint activities to popularize professions in the power engineering sector, implementation of projects and programs for early career guidance of schoolchildren and professional adaptation of students and young specialists; joint participation in scientific, cultural and sporting events and much more.

Upcoming events include the opening of a renovated office building at the Institute of Energy.

Among the documents signed by SPbPU at the forum was an agreement with CLT Ural (CEO Evgeny Eremin).

The Ural Laser Technology Center (CLT Ural) specializes in multifunctional coatings; thermal strengthening and repair work using laser technology; powder and wire laser growth; industrial contract and experimental design 3D printing using additive manufacturing; and supply, maintenance, and training for high-tech equipment.

The Center actively interacts with industrial enterprises in the Ural Federal District and Russia, and collaborates with leading Russian universities.

The agreement with the Polytechnic University is aimed at strengthening cooperation between science and industry, in particular, developing scientific, technical, and industrial collaboration with the Laser and Additive Technologies Research Laboratory of the Institute of Metallurgical and Metallurgical Engineering of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in the field of laser and additive technologies.

The joint venture entails that the LiAT Research Laboratory will carry out research and experimental work, including the development and refinement of process parameters and equipment for the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technology (CLT). In turn, the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technology (CLT) will be responsible for the serial implementation and industrialization of solutions developed at the LiAT Research Laboratory.

In addition, the possibility of supplying high-tech equipment created at the LiAT Research Laboratory to the production units of the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technologies is being considered.

At the end of the day, Andrei Rudskoy signed a cooperation agreement between Polytechnic and Gazprom Flot. The company's CEO, Yuri Shamalov, holds a PhD in economics and defended his dissertation at Polytechnic. His supervisor, Professor Alexander Ilyinsky of the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology of Economics and Transport, was present at the signing.

The agreement envisages collaboration in scientific, educational, and innovation areas, as well as in human resource development. Various forms of cooperation are proposed for this purpose: organizing practical training for students at Gazprom Flot; consulting; developing and exchanging scientific information, educational, and research literature; preparing and publishing joint research articles, reports, and books; participating in university events for Gazprom Flot specialists; engaging with the student community to recruit students; and joint presentations at interuniversity conferences.

Gazprom Flot LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PJSC Gazprom, established in 1994. The company's main activities include: construction of exploratory and production wells on the continental shelf; construction of offshore drilling rigs, specialized vessels, and other floating technical equipment; development and operation of onshore support bases and port infrastructure; fleet management and commercial exploitation; and environmental monitoring.

Polytechnic University and Gazprom Flot's cooperation plans include: organizing internships and placements for students, as well as their employment with the company; training for Gazprom Flot employees at the university, including advanced training and professional development programs, including graduate and doctoral programs. The agreement provides for the participation of company specialists in university events, such as Olympiads, open days, job fairs, and other events. In the field of research, it includes the preparation and publication of joint scientific publications.

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