ALROSA resumed mining operations at the Zarya open pit of the Aikhal Mining and Processing Division. By the end of 2021, more than 1.2 million tons of ore are planned to be mined in this open pit. The Company will carry out pilot mining operations at deep horizons to clarify the diamondiferousness of the ore and cost characteristics of diamonds. Currently, ALROSA is preparing the lower horizons of the open pit for mining.