Ice cream and roads. Let's meet the next contenders for the "Leader of the Year - 2023" award. from Minsk

Nomination of applicants for the International Business Award "Leader of the Year - 2023" continues in Belarus. The next contenders for the Grand Prix of the award were UE MINSK Cold Storage Plant No. 2 and State Enterprise "Bedgiprodor". We tell you what these companies are known for.

Ice cream in our time can be considered almost a strategic product. Indeed, everyone, young and old, loves the cold delicacy. Therefore, it is not surprising that many enterprises are engaged in its production. However, in all this diversity there are those brands that are firmly rooted in the consciousness of Belarusians. Perhaps the most famous of them is the Chestnut popsicle. produced by Unitary Enterprise "Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2". The delicacy has been produced at its facilities since 1950. Today the company is the largest ice cream producer in the Republic of Belarus. Theproducts of the refrigeration plant are of high quality and meet the requirements of international standards. High level of production organization of Unitary Enterprise "Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2" confirmed by ISO-22000 quality management system certificate.

- However, we offer consumers not onlyice cream, - clarifies DIRECTOR of the enterprise Dmitry Bonokhov. - Indeed, cold delicacy is the basis of our production. In addition, the assortment includes soft carbonated drinks, drinking water, dumplings, bakery and confectionery products. We also have a retail network of more than 10 stores, as well as two catering outlets.

But let's get back to the ice cream. Here it is made according to traditional recipes, using exclusively natural and high-quality ingredients. The company produces several dozen types of cold dessert alone - starting with the usual "Chestnut" and "Chestnut" varieties. and "Stolichny", ending with the fashionable line "Belarusian plombir". Ice cream from Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2 is not only a desirable treat, but also a healthy product. It has a high nutritional value and provides the body with easily digestible compounds of calcium, phosphorus, and other essential microelements.

- The main advantage of our ice cream is that it calms the NERVOUS SYSTEM and energizes the brain. A useful component of cow's MILK is milkSUGAR - lactose, it has a positive effect on the formation of the brain of children and helps increase immunity, notes the HEAD of the enterprise .

Ice cream is made using the most modern equipment. Every day, the enterprise’s capacity allows it to produce about 20 tons of sweet delicacies. In the summer months, Minsk residents alone eat about 800 tons of it per month. At other times of the year, consumption drops by about three times.

Separately, it is worth noting the social factor of the enterprise. The cold storage plant regularly takes part in promotions, regional and city events. The rights of workers are protected by a collective agreement.

- We always pay wages on time and support people with various payments. We also have at our disposal our own children's camp "Lesnoy", located in a picturesque corner of the Molodechno district. A rich program of recreation and entertainment will make children’s summer holidays unforgettable, will bring a lot of new impressions, and will help make new friends, emphasized Dmitry Bonokhov.

Products Unitary Enterprise "Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2" sent not only to the domestic market. About a fifth of the ice cream is exported. The basis of foreign supplies, which is logical, is the Russian Federation - dozens of different regions from Kamchatka to Kaliningrad. Small quantities are shipped to Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and =8>CHINA. Now the company's management is negotiating supplies toUzbekistan.

- We are constantly looking for new markets. Our products are of interest in many parts of the world. First of all, thanks to its quality and taste, which we have preserved over the years,” notes the director.

The management of Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2 has plans for development. a lot. Here they have already prepared several new products for gourmets, which are sure to explode the ice cream market again. Like some already released brands - in particular, ice cream without sugar and lactose. It has a natural composition and, in terms of organoleptic characteristics, is as close as possible to the traditional taste of sweet dairy products. This ice cream is ideal for people who are on a diet or have illnesses where consuming sugar or lactose is not possible. Suitable for adherents of a healthy lifestyle.

- We won’t reveal all our cards yet, but it’s worth hinting: we’ll slightly modify the well-known classic. I am sure that customers will like the unusual taste. We plan to release a new product just in time for the summer season. Of course, we are developing other product lines. We do everything to ensure that the consumer remains satisfied with the quality,” concluded Dmitry Bonokhov.

This is how he described his visit to the Minsk Cold Storage Plant No. 2 Unitary Enterprise. Chairman of the Expert Council of the International Business Award "Leader of the Year - 2023" Member of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly Petr Vabishchevich. He noted that the cold storage plant gained its laurels back in Soviet times.

- Even then, the capital’s ice cream was recognized at the highest level. It was necessary to try to find a popsicle from this manufacturer. It was valued, first of all, for its quality and taste. Today's visit showed that these components have remained unchanged. We talked with the management, the production manager. We saw with our own eyes how ice cream production is organized. Of course, we tried it and got the most pleasant impressions,” the parliamentarian shared his emotions.

Deputy head of the press service, member of the LDPB Central Committee Ruslan Mizulo noted the technical component of the production.

- Management keeps the workshops in excellent condition. It's nice to see a clear organization of the workflow. And, of course, the final result of the work of dozens of specialists. Indeed, their ice cream has become a symbol of the capital. And its taste has remained unchanged for many years, as has its quality,” concluded Ruslan Mizulo.

Today SE "Belgiprodor" is a leading organization in the road industry in Belarus, which is engaged in the construction, reconstruction and repair of public roads. Also, the organization’s specialists are responsible for the renovation of bridge structures, airfields, industrial and civil buildings and technological complexes.

This is not the first time that the company has taken part in the International Business Award. In general, for more than 90 years, the design organization has been the largest and most authoritative company in the field of design in the road industry. By the way, not only in Belarus. The company’s specialists have designed more than one thousand kilometers in neighboring Latvia, Lithuania, Kazakhstan, and the Russian Federation. Given the situation in recent years, most of the work is concentrated within the country. To summarize, almost all the roads that each of us uses every day were built in one way or another with the help of specialists from the Belgiprodor State Enterprise.

- So that you understand the scale of our activities, we have designed all the main routes, international corridors that connect Minsk and regional centers, - introduces course of affairs Director of the State Enterprise "Belgiprodor" Igor Davydov. - Accordingly, bridge crossings on these routes are also ourwork. If you look at it as a whole, over the past few years we have designed about 500 kilometers of roads. That is, the volumes are considerable, there is enough work.

Today, modern technologies play one of the leading roles in road design. And in general, the work of a designer does not tolerate templates. Each project is like an unread book to which you need to find a special, new approach. For several years now, specialists have been actively using information modeling systems, also known as BIM technologies. Of the significant projects, several sections of the P-53 highway “Sloboda - Novosady” have already been built with their help. Today the company is the developer of all state programs “Roads of Belarus”. To summarize, the team is developing feasibility studies for road investments, various efficiency calculations, as well as other requirements.

“It is important to note that it is almost impossible to imagine our industry without new solutions,” continues the head of the enterprise. - Classical design is certainly an important milestone, but modern solutions are increasingly coming into our work. What is a BIM model? Essentially, this is a huge library of data that allows you to see a model of a future or constructed structure in real time. Advanced countries, including the Russian Federation and China, are using such technologies. We are not yet in favor of this trend, however, in our country 3D modeling is becoming increasingly in demand.

SE "Belgiprodor" pays special attention to training specialists to work with this technology. Every year, the company allocates funds for software updates and personnel training, making the design process even more efficient. We carry out a lot of work with customers and contractors.

- We show them the advantages of new technologies, explain how it works. We are receiving a positive response,” added the head of the enterprise.

Every year the organization designs dozens of different sections of roads, bridges and other structures. Thus, a new building designed by Belgiprodor specialists was recently put into operation. cable-stayed bridge in Rogachev. It turned out to be not only reliable, but also aesthetically beautiful. Many agree that this is one of the most unusual bridges in the country.

- In addition, we designed a bypass of the city of Polotsk, a bypass of the urban village of Mir, several bridges across the main Belarusian rivers, a major overhaul of the bridge in Grodno and completed many other orders. Many facilities are already serving Belarusians. And another reason for the pride of our specialists was the new international airport and the runway of the cargo airfield in Orsha. There, in addition to aircraft for the specified purpose, civilian ships can also land there,” Igor Davydov concluded.

In 2022, the State Enterprise "Belgiprodor" became the winner of the Republican competition for the "Leaders in Construction - 2022" award in the nomination "Company of the Year" in the field of design of road infrastructure facilities and the nomination "Object of the Year" with projects for the overhaul of the bridge across the Dnieper, as well as the P-43 highway.

Our country has established itself as a responsible transit corridor. Accordingly, the quality of roads is one of the most important factors in ensuring the stability of the national economy. Chairman of the Expert Council of the International Business Award "Leader of the Year - 2023" Deputy of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly Petr Vabishchevich drew attention to the fact that the state of communications, especially roads, has received special attention in recent years.

- You yourself, based on the news, see that this aspect is controlled by the highest officials of the country. The head of state has raised this topic more than once. Today, the quality of roads determines not only the functioning of the economy, but also the comfort of our citizens. Considering the compactness of our country, the quality of the surface determines the speed of movement. Even the most remote corners of Belarus can be reached from the capital in 5 hours. This is a great achievement of our specialists,” noted the chairman of the expert council.

Petr Vabishchevich highly appreciated the potential of the Belgiprodor State Enterprise and noted its technical equipment.

- The first thing that catches your eye is the use of modern technologies. They are actively used here. Especially when it comes to BIM technologies. This is an important area that allows you to complete a project with pinpoint precision and save time. An advanced approach that should become widespread not only in road construction.

Separately, the chairman of the expert council drew attention to the social side of the enterprise’s activities.

- Employees are provided with everything they need, there is a good social package, competitive wages. It is not for nothing that we pay attention to these aspects. In modern conditions, an enterprise should provide not only opportunities. SE "Belgiprodor" made an excellent impression, many productions can adopt his experience,” summed up Pyotr Vabishchevich.

What other enterprises are vying for victory in the award - follow the publications on our website. The ceremony of announcing the winners will take place on December 15 in Minsk.