The group took part in work of the International Mining Congress. Reporters: Prof. I.A. Kovalevska «Optimization of frame-bolt support in the development workings using computer modeling method», prof.. O.A Sdvizhkova «Geomechanical processes in rocks around longwalls in terms of coal mine “Samarskaya” of OJSC “Pavlogradugol”, Ukraine», ass. K.A. Ganushevich «World experience and importance of gas hydrates research as an alternative future source of energy».

Fruitful discussions about cooperation and students exchange were conducted with prof. Gulhan Ozbayoglu (Turkey) – Turkey Deputy Minister of Education; Brian Ricketts (Belgium) – secretary general of The European Association for Coal and Lignite; prof, Sohei Shimada (Japan) – Tokyo University; Gopal Singh – director of India coal company «Coal India Limited» and other.

Joint international conferences, scientific and academic exchanges made possible to cooperate with representatives of mining engineering and research institutions more tightly.