Investments

Tuesday, June 10

A wind power plant developer seeks to secure funding from small investors for project execution.

A wind power plant developer seeks to secure funding from small investors for project execution. Wind Parks of Ukraine intends to raise money from these investors to build wind power facilities, according to CEO Vladyslav Yeremenko. “Our group is actively pursuing this goal and we are worki...

The goal is to become the next Barilla: A Ukrainian agriculture company will build a ₴1B durum wheat pasta production plant.

The goal is to become the next Barilla: A Ukrainian agriculture company will build a ₴1B durum wheat pasta production plant. Agricultural company Zakhidnyy Buh, which has assets in western Ukraine, has begun constructing the country’s first mill specializing in the processing of durum wheat. The company’s aim is...

Gold, building materials, energy: What investments does Turkish Onur Group have in Ukraine?

Gold, building materials, energy: What investments does Turkish Onur Group have in Ukraine? Onur Group has halted gold mining at the Zhovtovodska gold-ore area in the Dnipropetrovsk region due to the deposit’s lack of prospects. The company anticipated extracting about 4.5 grams of gol...

Monday, June 9

Ukraine is outraged by the payment of €3B from Russian assets to private investors.

Ukraine is outraged by the payment of €3B from Russian assets to private investors. Ukraine is dissatisfied with the decision made by the Belgian depository Euroclear to disburse €3B from frozen Russian funds to Western investors who suffered losses due to the seizure of their money ...

Clean energy investment will account for 66% of global energy investment this year.

Clean energy investment will account for 66% of global energy investment this year. Global energy investment is projected to reach a record $3.3T in 2025, with clean energy making up more than $2.2T, according to the IEA. Despite geopolitical instability and economic uncertainty, tot...

State company Ukrhydroenergo is set to rebuild the Kakhovka HPP, with a five-year timeline.

State company Ukrhydroenergo is set to rebuild the Kakhovka HPP, with a five-year timeline. The company is preparing to restore the Kakhovka HPP, which was damaged by Russian forces on June 6 2023, immediately following the recapture of the territory, as stated by company head Bohdan Sukhets...

Vitagro is investing in a new industrial park focused on agricultural processing.

Vitagro is investing in a new industrial park focused on agricultural processing. In the second half of 2025, the Vitagro group of companies will begin the first stage of construction work on the new ABC Hub industrial park in the Khmelnytskyi region, with the launch of production ...

A new ₴8M metalworking plant has been launched in an industrial park in the Kyiv region.

A new ₴8M metalworking plant has been launched in an industrial park in the Kyiv region. Located within the KYT industrial park (Bucha, Kyiv region), which officially opened on June 6, a new FRES Co plant that will produce metal booklet springs and fittings for printing products has begun...

Friday, June 6

Ukraine and the US are progressing on projects related to the mineral agreement.

Ukraine and the US are progressing on projects related to the mineral agreement. The inaugural meeting of the fund’s governing board is set for late July, with the fund expected to begin operations by year’s end. Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko commented on their par...

Danish companies will receive a €20M guarantee from the EU for operations in Ukraine.

Danish companies will receive a €20M guarantee from the EU for operations in Ukraine. The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO) have signed the first agreement under the EU’s Export Credit Guarantee Program for Ukraine, as reported by the M...

In 2025, Ukraine’s international partners will allocate €1.3B to be invested in the Ukrainian defense industry according to the Danish model.

In 2025, Ukraine’s international partners will allocate €1.3B to be invested in the Ukrainian defense industry according to the Danish model. Ukraine will receive €1.3B in 2025 under the Danish model to finance its weapons production. As a result of negotiations, Ukraine will receive the first tranche of €428M from Denmark, Sweden, Canada, ...

Eco-Optima is investing €110M in another 100 MW wind farm in the west of Ukraine.

Eco-Optima is investing €110M in another 100 MW wind farm in the west of Ukraine. The land plot for this wind farm has already been leased from the city council near Belz in the Lviv region. The project has been in preparation for five years and is expected to generate up to 100 MW...

German logistics company HHLA has acquired a controlling stake in a multimodal terminal in Transcarpathia.

German logistics company HHLA has acquired a controlling stake in a multimodal terminal in Transcarpathia. Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has purchased a 60% stake in the Eurobridge multimodal terminal, situated in the Transcarpathian region. This terminal in Batiovo will operate as a joint venture...

City Capital Group is set to acquire a business center and shopping mall in downtown Kyiv for $100M.

City Capital Group is set to acquire a business center and shopping mall in downtown Kyiv for $100M. This Ukrainian investment and development firm, specializing in commercial real estate, is purchasing two prime properties in central Kyiv: the Leonardo business center’s first phase and the Ukr...

The demand for retail space in Ukrainian residential complexes is on the rise.

The demand for retail space in Ukrainian residential complexes is on the rise. This year has witnessed a revival in the demand for commercial real estate within these developments; however, in light of the ongoing war, increasing inflation, and economic recession, new trends hav...

Thursday, June 5

In Volyn, plans are underway to establish the country’s first hydrogen plant focused on exporting products to the EU.

In Volyn, plans are underway to establish the country’s first hydrogen plant focused on exporting products to the EU. Austrian energy firm Wien Energie, alongside Ukrainian UDP Renewables, aims to develop an industrial green cluster in Volyn featuring the hydrogen production facility. If realized, this initiative wil...

The NBU’s currency restrictions significantly impede investment in Ukraine.

The NBU’s currency restrictions significantly impede investment in Ukraine. While the ongoing full-scale war is the primary cause for the drop in foreign investment Ukraine has experienced, there are additional barriers at play, according to Oleksandr Vodoviz, a senior execut...

Wednesday, June 4

DTEK has secured a record loan for the construction of one of the largest energy storage complexes in Eastern Europe.

DTEK has secured a record loan for the construction of one of the largest energy storage complexes in Eastern Europe. DTEK has reached an agreement with a consortium of Ukrainian banks led by Oschadbank for this unprecedented financing aimed at modern energy storage systems in Ukraine. Three Ukrainian banks – Oschadb...

Ukraine has generated over ₴342M through its privatization efforts.

Ukraine has generated over ₴342M through its privatization efforts. The State Property Fund of Ukraine (SPFU) successfully conducted nine online privatization auctions from May 26 to May 30, raising ₴342.32M ($8.3M). On average, the value of the assets available at th...

American businesses in Ukraine are particularly focused on defense technologies.

American businesses in Ukraine are particularly focused on defense technologies. Currently, the most compelling direction for US businesses in Ukraine is the defense sector, particularly projects that can be classified as dual-use technologies, said Valeriy Krasovsky, co-founder a...

Another branch of the Ukrainian agricultural sector is drawing foreign investment amid rapid growth.

Another branch of the Ukrainian agricultural sector is drawing foreign investment amid rapid growth. In recent years, Ukrainian seed exports have demonstrated steady growth. International companies such as Bayer, KWS, Syngenta, Corteva, Maisadour, and Remington Seeds are actively investing in expandi...

Volyn will develop an industrial park for the processing of industrial hemp into textiles.

Volyn will develop an industrial park for the processing of industrial hemp into textiles. TwinSocks, a manufacturer and distributor of hosiery products based in Volyn, is preparing to create an eco-industrial park focused on processing technical hemp. This crop has the potential to form th...

Tuesday, June 3

BGV Group is set to concentrate on utilities and energy, allocating $147M for investment.

BGV Group is set to concentrate on utilities and energy, allocating $147M for investment. BGV Group Management has authorized five energy projects. Additionally, the company is gearing up to launch an energy service company, which will allow it to tap into the promising market for enhancin...

A Ukrainian mineral water manufacturer has begun construction of a new plant in the Lviv region.

A Ukrainian mineral water manufacturer has begun construction of a new plant in the Lviv region. Mineral water producer Karpatska Dzherelna, a subsidiary of Karpatski Mineralni Vody, has begun construction on a new facility near the village of Khmeleva. The enterprise’s area will cover appr...

The growth of capital investment in Ukraine slowed at the beginning of the year.

The growth of capital investment in Ukraine slowed at the beginning of the year. In the first quarter of 2025, capital investment in Ukraine increased by 32.5% compared to the same period last year, but this figure failed to reach the level of the fourth quarter of 2024 (48.1%), s...

Monday, June 2

Over 200 Finnish companies are preparing to enter the Ukrainian market.

Over 200 Finnish companies are preparing to enter the Ukrainian market. More than 200 small and medium Finnish firms are looking to establish a presence in Ukraine, while larger companies are planning to broaden their operations. The most promising sectors for Finnish inv...

The Ukrainian government will support two additional projects with significant investments.

The Ukrainian government will support two additional projects with significant investments. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the conclusion of two more special investment agreements with the Slavsky and Rozhanka Park companies, which will develop a new €140M ski resort in the Lviv regio...

Friday, May 30

A Ukrainian bread exporter has entered the agricultural market to complete its entire production cycle.

A Ukrainian bread exporter has entered the agricultural market to complete its entire production cycle. Alviva Group has strategically expanded its operations by entering Ukraine’s agricultural market. This move will enable the group to establish complete control over the entire production cycle –...

Thursday, May 29

Mykolaiv is developing a recovery strategy based on blue economy principles.

Mykolaiv is developing a recovery strategy based on blue economy principles. The southern Ukrainian city Mykolaiv is the first among Ukrainian cities to align economic development with the European approach to the blue economy – the sustainable use of water and marine resource...

Ukraine will review existing mining licenses after signing a subsoil deal with the US.

Ukraine will review existing mining licenses after signing a subsoil deal with the US. The country is reforming its mineral sector, which has endured three years of war, with the hope of unlocking its vast potential and attracting billions of dollars in investment through its partnershi...

Tuesday, May 27

Growing demand and the arrival of foreign investors will shape the Ukrainian land market.

Growing demand and the arrival of foreign investors will shape the Ukrainian land market. Oleksandr Chornyi, co-founder of Zeminvest, stated that since the opening of Ukraine’s land market in 2021, land prices have demonstrated stable growth, even amid challenging conditions and a fu...

Poland is establishing one of the largest logistics hubs in the EU to transport goods for Ukraine’s reconstruction.

Poland is establishing one of the largest logistics hubs in the EU to transport goods for Ukraine’s reconstruction. The country plans to modernize the Sławków logistics hub in the southwest to significantly increase its capacity for handling goods destined for Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk noted: ̶...

Monday, May 26

The US and Ukraine have officially established the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction.

The US and Ukraine have officially established the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction. Officially inaugurated on May 23, the fund’s launch followed a series of note exchanges between the two governments, culminating in the signing of two commercial partnership agreements. Economy ...

Ukraine and its partners are establishing a fund to attract investment in strategic sectors.

Ukraine and its partners are establishing a fund to attract investment in strategic sectors. According to Deputy Minister of Economy Oleksiy Sobolev, Ukraine and its international partners are working to launch a new fund to support investment in key sectors such as infrastructure, energy, in...

This fall, a new railcar factory capable of producing 1,200 freight cars annually will open in Volyn, with exports aimed at the EU market.

This fall, a new railcar factory capable of producing 1,200 freight cars annually will open in Volyn, with exports aimed at the EU market. TAS Group is building the new production facility in Kovel, Volyn Oblast, with investment costs in construction, excluding equipment, totaling approximately UAH 200M ($4.8M). This new plant is part of...

Ukrainian businesses are investing nearly ₴29B in the construction of over one GW of autonomous generation.

Ukrainian businesses are investing nearly ₴29B in the construction of over one GW of autonomous generation. In light of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy system, 20 major domestic companies have built 1.06 GW of generation capacity since the onset of the full-scale war and plan to expand this in the...

Friday, May 23

The EU will make its first contribution to a dedicated defense fund and help to develop the defense industry together with Ukraine.

The EU will make its first contribution to a dedicated defense fund and help to develop the defense industry together with Ukraine. The EU will invest the first €40M into a dedicated European defense fund, seeking to strengthen its military capabilities. The European Investment Fund (EIF), which provides financing to small and med...

In Ukraine, preparations are underway for the launch of three biomethane plants, and the construction of seven wind farms.

In Ukraine, preparations are underway for the launch of three biomethane plants, and the construction of seven wind farms. During the Green Energy for Reconstruction conference, Chairman of the Bioenergy Association of Ukraine Heorhiy Heletukha noted that four biomethane production facilities are currently operational in ...

Vinnytsia is set to welcome a new industrial park, with investment reaching up to ₴6B.

Vinnytsia is set to welcome a new industrial park, with investment reaching up to ₴6B. The new Formatsia-Vinnytsia Industrial Park will cover an area of 175,000 square meters and plans to accommodate 50 companies and generate approximately 3,500 jobs. The project’s developer, Alte...

Thursday, May 22

The EBRD and IFC will examine investment opportunities to facilitate Ukrainian airport development.

The EBRD and IFC will examine investment opportunities to facilitate Ukrainian airport development. The EBRD along with the IFC have introduced a team of experts and a plan to conduct an extensive study to explore potential models for involving the private sector in the management and upkeep of airp...

A prototype battery made from domestic graphite has been tested in Ukraine.

A prototype battery made from domestic graphite has been tested in Ukraine. BGV Group successfully tested a prototype lithium-ion battery using Ukrainian graphite mined in the Kirovohrad region. As part of the pilot project, BGV Graphite developed and tested the anode materia...

Japanese tech giant Rakuten will assist Ukrainian defense startups in scaling their operations abroad.

Japanese tech giant Rakuten will assist Ukrainian defense startups in scaling their operations abroad. Six Ukrainian companies focused on defense technology innovations will showcase their solutions at the industry-leading DSEI Japan 2025 exhibition in Chiba from May 21 to 23. This initiative is a coll...

Tuesday, May 20

Ukraine’s subsoil agreement with the US: How many dormant licenses are there in Ukraine, and what resources can be extracted?

Ukraine’s subsoil agreement with the US: How many dormant licenses are there in Ukraine, and what resources can be extracted? As reported by the State Service of Geology and Subsoil, of the special permits for subsoil use issued in Ukraine, 154 are deemed dormant – indicating that less than 1% of the mineral reserves’ ...

Due to the war, Dragon Capital’s real estate portfolio was reduced by 200,000 square meters, with losses amounting to nearly $65M.

Due to the war, Dragon Capital’s real estate portfolio was reduced by 200,000 square meters, with losses amounting to nearly $65M. The largest investment company in Ukraine currently holds approximately 600,000 square meters in its real estate portfolio, down from its peak of 800,000 square meters, said Tomasz Fiala, the founder ...

Experts predict an upcoming surge of mutual investment between Ukraine’s agriculture sector and that of the EU.

Experts predict an upcoming surge of mutual investment between Ukraine’s agriculture sector and that of the EU. Emphasizing the Ukrainian agricultural focus on European markets, Alex Lissitza, president of the Ukrainian Agrarian Business Club, observed that Ukrainian farmers are collaborating on joint projects ...

Monday, May 19

Investments in land, an elevator, and a plant: What does OKKO Group’s agricultural portfolio include?

Investments in land, an elevator, and a plant: What does OKKO Group’s agricultural portfolio include? OKKO Group, which is known for the largest gas station network in Ukraine, has started expanding its agricultural assets. “This year, we finalized a deal for 17,000 hectares in northern Ternopil...

With help from the Swiss, the Rivne region has launched a factory for freezing berries.

With help from the Swiss, the Rivne region has launched a factory for freezing berries. Located in the village of Ozhenyn, the new facility was set up in a previously abandoned fruit cannery. The enterprise will create 20 jobs and can process 140 tons of high-standard products each year....

A Ukrainian rare earth element deposit with confirmed reserves needs around $300M for development.

A Ukrainian rare earth element deposit with confirmed reserves needs around $300M for development. Researchers from the Institute of Economics and Forecasting at the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine indicate that while the country possesses certain reserves of rare earth elements (REE), most...

Friday, May 16

The IFC may allocate €5M to the Flyer One Ventures investment fund for projects in Ukraine.

The IFC may allocate €5M to the Flyer One Ventures investment fund for projects in Ukraine. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) from the World Bank Group may contribute €5M to the Flyer One Ventures (F1V) Fund to invest in technology companies in Ukraine, as well as in Central and Ea...

In Ukraine, only 3,500 out of the 20,000 identified mineral deposits are currently being developed.

In Ukraine, only 3,500 out of the 20,000 identified mineral deposits are currently being developed. The signing of the Agreement on the Establishment of the American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Investment Fund has sparked optimism that tangible investment will finally reach Ukraine’s geological e...

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