7:15 opening of the doors of the MIK 40 launcher assembly building.  DSCF3640  7:30 start of the transfer of the rocket on the erector wagon to the launch pad located 800m away..  DSCF3653 
DSCF3656  As usual with Russians, a relaxed atmosphere and minimal constraints.  DSCF3669  The fairing is covered by a thermal protection that will be removed prior to launch. It is  connected to an air conditioning system. 
DSCF3685  Arrival to the launch pad after a journey of around 800m.  Erection of the launcher. This goes very fast which is not surprising considering that, at the origin, Soyuz was ballistic missile.  DSCF3702 
Removal of the erector arm.  Installation of the access gateways.  DSCF3722  10:00 finished ! 
Up to now: 353 Soyuz launches from this launch pad !