Kommunar Production Amalgamation, or Kommunar, is a
large Ukrainian defense manufacturer that is in the process of converting from defense
products to consumer goods. It was originally created to design and supervise the
manufacture of monitoring and control systems for satellite launchers and space
exploration apparatus. As a result, it has a great many design and manufacturing
capabilities, as well as products, which may be of interest to an American firm.

Kommunar has a wide range of production capabilities, including:
- Metal working
- Punching and forge and pressing
- Welding
- Casting
- Plastics processing
- Thin film micro-assemblies
- Single and multi-layer printed circuit boards manufacture
- Electroplating, varnishing, painting

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Consumer product lines include:
- TV sets
- Welding equipment
- Electronic electric power meters
- Communication equipment
- Video-monitors
- Medical Diagnostic Equipment
- Turbine control systems, diesel control stations and power-saving systems
- Software products

Kommunar is currently looking for joint venture partners to take advantage of these
capabilities. A more detailed description of their operation and capabilities is
available.
One point of particular note is that Kommunar has experience working with international
firms. It currently has a joint venture with the French company Alcatel, which is
successfully manufacturing equipment for telephone stations and switchboards which are
being used both in France and abroad. Besides, as a former defense company, it may be
eligible for the Nunn-Lugar funds which can be awarded to a JV between Kommunar and a US
partner if the JV meets certain requirements.
If you would like more information on Kommunar and the possibilities of some form of
collaboration, please contact us and we will assist you in this matter. |