OREANDA-NEWS. In January-May 2007, the Russian Federation has increased production of steel pipes by 25% - up to 3,7 million tons in comparison with January-May 2006, the Federal Service of State Statistics informed.

Manufacture of steel pipes in the Russian Federation in May 2007 was 23,1% more than production in May 2006 and by 3,2% more than in April 2007.

In 2006, the Russian Federation has increased output of steel pipes by 17,7% - up to 7,9 million tons in comparison with 2005.