The polar branch of Norilsk Nickel is successfully implementing the Fulcrum adaptation program, which allows young professionals not only to get acquainted with the corporate culture, but also to get used to the Arctic.
According to Alexander Astakhov, HR Manager, the company's management pays special attention to the company's key values: safety, efficiency and caring for employees. Since the beginning of 2025, about 4,000 new employees have been employed in the divisions of the Polar Branch and the Norilsk Nickel Group of companies.
The Fulcrum program has helped 370 young professionals successfully adapt. in the company. Since December 2019, about 3,000 people have participated in the program.
At a meeting with the Russian president on Wednesday, Vladimir Potanin, the head of Norilsk Nickel, told Vladimir Putin that even against the background of sanctions and falling revenues, the company maintains a stable social burden – it fulfills environmental obligations, constantly increases employee salaries, and also retains a leading position in the world in the production of nickel, platinoids and a number of other goods.
Alex Shishlo, Editor in Chief of the European Bureau, Rough&Polished
