Head of Moscow Fight Club “Akhmat” Becomes Co-Owner of Companies in Occupied Mariupol
Alash Dadashov, the head of the Moscow fight club “Akhmat,” has become a co-owner of the companies “MMK named after Ilyich” and “Technical materials” in Mariupol, which is currently occupied by Russia, according to a report by the Russian service of the BBC.
Dadashov replaced Chechen businessman Valid Korchagin at MMK named after Ilyich. The share of Korchagin was transferred to Dadashov after the publication highlighted his involvement. Local residents in Mariupol registered MMK named after Ilyich and the Technical Materials company in the so-called “DPR” last summer.
Yuri Murai, a businessman, owns half of MMK named after Ilyich, while Technical Materials was founded by Stanislav Komarovsky, a 56-year-old resident of Mariupol who previously worked as the deputy head of the oxygen shop at Azovstal, one of the largest Ukrainian enterprises owned by businessman Rinat Akhmetov.
Komarovsky remained in Mariupol after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, citing the need for funds to leave the city. However, a year later, he invested 25 million rubles in Technical Materials, claiming it was his personal savings earned over many years at Azovstal. Dadashov also invested 25 million rubles in the company, which is registered in an ordinary apartment near Azovstal.
The increase in the authorized capital of the companies suggests their plans to participate in tenders and government orders. Komarovsky attended the State Order: New Challenges forum in Moscow in April, where Vladislav Murai, the executive director of the Yasinovatsky machine-building plant in the so-called “DPR,” was also present. The publication speculates that Vladislav Murai may be the son of Yuri Murai, another partner of Dadashov.
The main activities of Komarovsky’s company include the production of industrial gases, equipment repair, wholesale trade in chemical products, hardware, paints and varnishes, glass, technical testing and certification, as well as scientific research. Komarovsky denies any connection between Technical Materials and Azovstal or the Ilyich Iron and Steel Works.
Alash Dadashov, who became the head of the Moscow branch of the Akhmat club in 2020, is possibly the son of Aslambek Dadashov, an assistant to State Duma deputy Adam Delimkhanov. Dadashov did not answer questions about his companies in Donbass when contacted by journalists.
The authorities of the so-called “DPR” have previously announced plans to restore the work of the Ilyich plant, but no progress has been reported. Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov claimed that the enterprise is guarded by fighters from Chechnya. Former workers of the plant have stated that repair work, inspection of damage, and removal of blockages are currently underway. However, the plant is not functioning, and the maximum activity observed is cleaning the territory.
Businessman Rinat Akhmetov, who owns Azovstal and the Mariupol Ilyich Iron and Steel Works, filed a lawsuit against Russia with the European Court of Human Rights, seeking compensation for the damage caused by the Russian invasion. Akhmetov estimates his losses at $17-20 billion.
The involvement of Alash Dadashov in the companies in occupied Mariupol raises questions about the motives behind his investment and the potential impact on the region’s economy. The situation remains uncertain as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues.
What are the implications of conducting business transactions in Mariupol, considering its internationally recognized status as part of Ukrainian territory
, the son of Yuri Murai, presented him as a high-ranking official from Mariupol. This indicates their intention to gain access to government contracts and projects.
It is worth noting that Alash Dadashov, the head of the Moscow fight club “Akhmat,” has close ties to the Russian government. The club is named after Akhmat Kadyrov, the former president of the Chechen Republic and father of current leader Ramzan Kadyrov. Ramzan Kadyrov is known for his close relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The involvement of Dadashov in these companies raises concerns about the extent of Russian influence in the occupied city of Mariupol. It also raises questions about the legality of these business transactions, considering that Mariupol is internationally recognized as part of Ukrainian territory.
This development further highlights the complex web of economic interests that exists in the occupied regions of Ukraine, where local residents and businesses are forced to navigate a difficult landscape controlled by Russia. The situation in Mariupol serves as a clear example of how Russia is exploiting the conflict to advance its economic and political agenda in the region.
This raises concerns about the motivations and potential consequences of someone involved in the fighting world becoming a co-owner of controversial companies in an occupied city. It’s important to closely examine the implications and potential conflicts of interest that may arise as a result of this partnership.