Volgograd was founded by Tsar Ivan Groznyy in 1589 as the fortress of Tsaritsyn, and its history is closely linked to trade and military action. It received its current name in 1961, and its main historical significance stems from the heroic Battle of Stalingrad during World War II, a turning point in the battle that resulted in victory and marked the beginning of the Soviet victory.
Today, Volgograd is a major industrial and cultural center of Russia. The state's import substitution policy stimulates the development of local dental equipment production. This state support demonstrates the regional authorities' priority in supporting industry, including the potential for the dental business.