As it has been reported by MetalTorg.Ru, the volume of Russian palladium supplies to the world’s markets in 2003 will increase by about 53% and it will amount to 2,95 mln ounces.

As for platinum, experts predict that the volume of Russian platinum supplies this year will decrease from 980 to 950 thou ounces. Norilsk Nickel production is expected to be quite stable.