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SPbGASU and NGASU (SibStrIn) are expanding their cooperation in the field of construction technology and organization.

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Lecturer of the Department of Technology and Organization of Construction at NSUACE Roman Kotkov, Vladimir Molodin and Roman Motylev

The period between the winter exam session for part-time students and the start of the spring semester for full-time students is traditionally considered a time of relative calm. However, for the faculty and research departments of SPbGASU, it often becomes particularly intense and productive. The end of January was marked by an important professional meeting in the field of "Construction Technology and Organization" (TOS).

A constructive and creative meeting was held in Novosibirsk between Roman Motylev, Head of the Department of Construction Organization at SPbGASU, Candidate of Technical Sciences, and Associate Professor, and Vladimir Molodin, Vice-Rector for Research at the Novosibirsk State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SibStrIn), Head of the Department of Construction Technology and Organization, Doctor of Technical Sciences, and Professor.

During the visit, the colleagues visited Technonicol's research center and the Knauf-NGASU (SibStrIn) Consulting Center, which showcases modern, innovative finishing and roofing technologies. Of particular interest was NGASU's collaboration with PERI, a global manufacturer of formwork and scaffolding, as part of the "Universities" project, which aims to integrate advanced manufacturing solutions into the educational process.

One of the key areas of work for the SPbGASU Department of TOS is improving construction methods in extreme climatic conditions. The department's research enables efficient construction and ensures the reliable operation of buildings and structures at subzero temperatures. The department operates a laboratory for studying winter concreting processes, creating a solid scientific and experimental foundation for further research.

The meeting resulted in agreements to expand cooperation between the universities. The parties expressed their willingness to participate in research and practical conferences, exchange experiences in organizing the educational process and implementing research projects, and participate in dissertation review and serve as leading organizations.

The development of partnerships between SPbGASU and NGASU (SibStrIn) opens up new opportunities for strengthening scientific schools and training highly qualified specialists in the field of construction technology and organization.

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Breaking: Iranian Navy begins exercises in the Strait of Hormuz – media

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Cairo, February 16 (Xinhua) — The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval forces have begun exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, the semi-official Iranian news agency Tasnim reported on Monday.

The main objectives of the exercises are to “assess the readiness of the IRGC naval units, review security plans and possible scenarios for mutual military response in the face of security and military threats in the strait area, and wisely utilize Iran’s geopolitical advantages in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman,” the statement said. –0–

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A Rosatom enterprise opened a School of Mathematical Modeling at Novosibirsk State University.

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On February 16, 2026, the opening of the Modeling School of the Joint-Stock Company Engineering and Technical Center JET (JSC ETC JET, part of JSC Rosatom Service) took place at Novosibirsk State University (NSU).

Rosatom places special emphasis on training qualified personnel and supporting the comprehensive development of young people, including in engineering and mathematics. Established at the country's leading technical universities, the JET Engineering and Technology Center's Modeling Schools immerse final-year students in mathematical modeling and develop digital competencies relevant to the IT market.

Training at the Modeling School is based on the domestic innovative platform for mathematical modeling and digital twin creation, REPEAT (developed by JSC ITC JET). The Modeling School will provide comprehensive training for engineers in digital modeling.

"Creating our own modern developments and innovations for industry, training highly qualified specialists in technology and mathematics, and developing centers of excellence—these and other objectives for strengthening Russia's technological sovereignty are our goals as we expand the School of Modeling network. We believe that active and motivated NSU students—future graduates of the School of Modeling—will join the growing ranks of professionals capable of solving problems of national importance," noted Sergey Bukreev, Director of JET LAB.

As part of our development strategy, the university aims to strengthen the participation of industrial partners in educational projects. This helps us train specialists who, even during their studies, are immersed in the real industry environment, participating in projects and solving problems initiated by companies. Rosatom State Corporation is one of the university's key industrial partners. Since 2024, we have been working with a joint program. Master's program "Digital Twins and Scientific Engineering" on Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics"The opening of the Modeling School marks a new and important stage in our collaboration. I am confident that this will open up additional opportunities for our students," commented NSU Rector and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Dmitry Pyshny.

The School of Modeling at RSU has joined the growing network of engineering and mathematical schools of JSC "ITC "JET": students from KSPEU (Kazan), TPU (Tomsk), DSTU (Rostov-on-Don), KubSTU (Krasnodar), MPEI (Moscow), UrFU (Yekaterinburg), RSU (Moscow), and LETI (St. Petersburg) are already learning the basics of mathematical modeling on REPEAT.

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Financial news: 02/16/2026, 14-14 the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor, the transfer rate and the range of interest rate risk assessment for the WUSH (iWUSHoldng) security were changed.

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Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

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February 16, 2026

14:14

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and the deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 16.02.2026, 14-14 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor with the settlement code Y0/Y1Dt (up to -34.7%), the transfer rate and the range of interest rate risk assessment (up to -0.1 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 54.95%) of the WUSH (iВУШХолднг) security were changed.

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Financial news: On the transfer of the currency position management instrument from the over-the-counter (OTCM) mode to the exchange-traded system trading mode (CETS).

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Starting February 16, trading in the US dollar–Russian ruble currency pair will be transferred from the over-the-counter (OTCM) trading platform to the anonymous exchange-traded (CETS) trading platform. This tool is designed for currency position management and will allow a wider range of participants to develop trading and arbitrage strategies between available instruments for the USDRUB currency pair when it is transferred to the exchange-traded platform.

Closing a position in an instrument is done by executing a transaction in the opposite direction and fixing the trading result in rubles.

Transactions are concluded with a central counterparty, and the instrument is supported by cross-margining and single collateral for positions in the foreign exchange and futures markets.

The time for concluding transactions with the new instrument is from 10:00 to 19:00 Moscow time.

Please note: from June 13, 2024, due to the sanctions against the NCC and the ongoing blocking of correspondent accounts, settlements in US dollars using NCC correspondent accounts will not be carried out, including the crediting and debiting of currency, as well as the use of US dollars previously blocked in the said accounts to secure and fulfill obligations.

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Financial news: Information on applications received for inclusion in the List of self-regulatory organizations of arbitration managers.

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Source: Central Bank of Russia

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Came into force on January 11, 2016 Federal Law of July 13, 2015 No. 223-FZ "On self-regulatory organizations in the financial market and on amendments to Articles 2 and 6 of the Federal Law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation" (hereinafter referred to as the Law), which regulates the procedure for obtaining the status of a self-regulatory organization in the financial market (hereinafter referred to as SRO), requirements for governing bodies, basic and internal standards for the activities of SROs, as well as relations arising between financial organizations and SROs.

According to Article 26 of the Law, the Bank of Russia maintains a unified register in the financial market, which contains the name of the SRO, the date of the decision on inclusion in the register, the types of activities in relation to which the SRO carries out self-regulation, the TIN, OGRN, address, and a list of SRO members.

According to Article 33 of the Law, self-regulatory organizations uniting credit consumer cooperatives were included in the unified register of self-regulatory organizations in the financial market from the date of entry into force of the Law and were assigned the status of SRO.

The law provides for the obligation for financial organizations listed in Part 1 of Article 3 of the Law to become a member of one of the self-regulatory organizations within one hundred and eighty days from the date the non-profit organization receives the status of a self-regulatory organization in the financial market in relation to the type of activity carried out by the financial organization.

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Yuri Trutnev: The Far East will receive Il-114-300 aircraft.

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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –

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Yuri Trutnev held a meeting on the prospects for the operation of the Il-114-300 on routes in the Far East and the Arctic.

Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev held a meeting on the prospects for the production and operation of the Il-114-300 on routes in the Far East and the Arctic.

"We announced the topic of the meeting today – the prospects for the production and operation of the Il-114-300 on routes in the Far East and the Arctic. The topic is somewhat broader. In a number of regions, there is a general shortage of aircraft. Aircraft are being retired, and this is impacting the accessibility of the Far East for people and passenger comfort," Yuri Trutnev opened the meeting.

The meeting participants discussed the development of regional transportation in the Far East and the Arctic, as well as the possibility of acquiring aircraft for subsequent transfer to the unified Far Eastern airline, Aurora, for regional (local) transportation.

The Il-114-300 program is being implemented in accordance with the Russian President's directives on the organization of serial production of the Il-114 aircraft and its engine. The Il-114-300 is designed for regional air transport with a commercial payload of up to 6.8 tons and a passenger capacity of 50-68 passengers, capable of operating in high northern latitudes in both normal and adverse weather conditions.

To date, 336 certification flights have been completed. The primary flight program is complete. The passenger cabin interior has been fully manufactured and installed, and fire and strength tests have been completed. Testing on snow-covered runways, low-temperature tests, and tests in natural icing conditions are planned for the first quarter of this year.

"The main certification program was completed in 2025. This year, we are expanding the dataset, lifting existing restrictions, and demonstrating modes that aviation authorities have not yet had time to evaluate. The Il-114-300 aircraft is currently in Yakutia. We are confirming its ability to operate in extremely low temperatures. Testing is proceeding successfully. Today, for the first time, the Il-114-300 successfully landed and took off from a snow-covered unpaved runway at Magan Airport. This year, flight certification tests are also planned in natural icing conditions in the Arkhangelsk Region, and at Sabetta Airport, we plan to conduct ground and flight evaluations to confirm the aircraft's suitability for deployment and operation in high latitudes. Closer to May, we will test it in predicted thunderstorm conditions, and several other specialized certification programs are also planned. Two prototype aircraft are involved in flight testing, and another is undergoing ground testing. "Therefore, by the time the first aircraft are delivered, we plan to remove all restrictions that could hinder its effective commercial operation," explained Daniil Brenerman, Managing Director of JSC Il.

Following the meeting, Yuri Trutnev instructed the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, in conjunction with the Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya), to analyze the key factors determining the production and operating costs of Il-114-300 aircraft and develop a set of measures to reduce them while maintaining required quality and safety standards. Aurora Airlines, the Ministry of Transport, the Federal Air Transport Agency, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, and the Federal Agency for State Planning (FASU) Vostokgosplan were also instructed to analyze the economics of transportation, taking into account the replacement of retiring aircraft with Il-114-300s on specific routes.

"We need about 20 Il-114-300 aircraft in the Far East to replace the aging An-24/26 aircraft. This will help maintain passenger traffic and, if necessary, increase it. Regarding readiness, our colleagues from the Ministry of Industry and Trade and JSC Ilyushin reported that all major tests have been completed, the aircraft is essentially ready, and deliveries of batches of aircraft to operators in the Far East are scheduled for 2028, taking into account technical production cycles. We are, of course, interested in the earliest possible delivery date. Aircraft are desperately needed in the Far East. The fact that the Il-114-300 has arrived, that it has passed testing, and is being prepared for interregional air travel is very important," concluded Yuri Trutnev.

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February 16, 2026: Prepayment locks in the price with a seasonal discount. Even more ships! Lock in the price of your cruise with a seasonal discount on the ships "Symphony of the North," "Alexander Benois," and "N.A. Nekrasov." A 35% prepayment is all you need.

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Dear friends,

Now choosing a cruise on the ships of our general partner, the cruise company "Sozvezdie", has become even easier.

From February 16, 2026, a 35% prepayment locks in the price with a seasonal discount for cruises on motor ships. Symphony of the North, Alexander Benois And N.A. Nekrasov.

To secure the price with the current seasonal discount, simply make a 35% deposit and pay the remaining amount no later than 30 days before the cruise. This offer does not apply to group bookings. Cruise prices on our website include the current early booking benefit of up to 7% off. Our "Kids Free" promotion also applies!

Routes: Volga, Don, Kama, Golden Ring, Tatarstan, Karelia, weekend cruises, as well as cruises included in the "Golden Collection of Constellation Cruises".

Departure cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Perm, Rostov-on-Don, Volgograd, Kostroma.

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Financial news: 02/16/2026, 11:27 AM (Moscow time) the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for the BYN/RUB currency pair were changed.

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In accordance with the Methodology for Determining Risk Parameters of the Foreign Exchange Market and Precious Metals Market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by the National Clearing Center (JSC) on February 16, 2026, 11:27 AM (Moscow time), the lower limit of the price corridor (up to RUB 22.61 in the TOD settlement mode) and the market risk assessment range (up to RUB 21.6101, equivalent to a rate of 19.51%) for the BYN/RUB currency pair were changed. New values are available. Here.

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Financial news: Consumer satisfaction with payment services: The Bank of Russia conducts a survey.

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Source: Central Bank of Russia

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The Bank of Russia invites citizens and business representatives to evaluate satisfaction instruments available on the payment market.

Citizens are offered answer the questions About the convenience and simplicity of their preferred payment methods for utilities, education, groceries, even scooter rentals, and fines. In these cases, consumers choose a bank card, a mobile app, biometrics, a QR code, an e-wallet, and so on.

Feedback from businesses will help identify preferences for cashless payment methods, assess satisfaction with commission rates for various instruments, and analyze a number of other aspects.

The survey results will help us better understand user expectations, identify areas for development, and will be taken into account when working with market participants to improve the quality of payment services.

The survey will run from February 16 to March 17 with the support of industry associations. The results will be published in the summer of 2026.

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