PKNM signed contract on supply of drill collars and kelly joints for Navoi Mining and Metallurgy Combine (NGMK). Total sum of the contract is over 42 million Russian rubles (about US$1.358 million).

The Russian company supplied the first part of pipes to Uzbekistan in August 2012. The second party will be shipped in November 2012.

The products will be used in production of uranium in Uzbekistan. Additionally, the Russia firm will deliver 1,000 sleeves.

The Russian company produced collar drills for NGMK as the sides have started cooperation in 2009.