Ukraine, Slovakia sign memorandum on deepening cooperation in nuclear industry
Ukraine and Slovakia have signed a Memorandum on deepening cooperation in the nuclear industry.
Economy
14 April 2024
13 April 2024
All reactors at Zaporizhzhia NPP in cold shutdown for first time since 2022 - IAEA
All six reactor units of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) are now in cold shutdown for the first time since late 2022 after unit 4 reached this operational state early on Saturday, April 13.
Government approves concept of state program on AI use in economic sectors
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the concept of a state targeted scientific and technical program on the use of artificial intelligence technologies in priority sectors of the economy, for the period until 2026.
Ukraine’s energy system lost significant amount of generating capacity - Galushchenko
As a result of Russian attacks, Ukraine’s energy system has lost a significant amount of generating capacity. However, it remains balanced and stable.
Government willing to help communities attract EU funds for project implementation – PM Shmyhal
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is ready to help communities attract European Union funds for project implementation.
State Department announces U.S.-Ukraine Partnership Forum in Washington
The U.S. Department of State, USAID, and the Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Government of Ukraine and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will host the U.S.-Ukraine Partnership Forum (UPF) on April 17 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Washington, DC.
Antonov becomes joint-stock company
Antonov State Enterprise has been converted into a joint-stock company, remaining the legal successor of the enterprise.
Ukraine, Montenegro agree on ‘transport visa-free regime’ for freight operations
From June 1, 2024, Ukraine and Montenegro are launching a ‘transport visa-free regime’. The two countries are also working to develop bus services.
State Agency for Restoration: We protect 22 Ukrenergo substations
The Ukrainian State Agency for Restoration and Development of Infrastructure ensures the construction of protective structures for certain substations of Ukrenergo National Power Company.
12 April 2024
Zelensky at presentation of Made in Ukraine project in Chernivtsi: We want to help business
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said at the presentation of the Made in Ukraine economic platform in Chernivtsi that it is important that every meeting within this platform ends with the signing of contracts.
Ukraine has enough tools to speed up economic recovery - PM
The state has enough tools to accelerate economic recovery, with more than UAH 40 billion budgeted to stimulate this area.
PM: It is important to intensify cooperation with partners on decentralization of energy system
It is important to intensify cooperation with partners on decentralization of the energy system at the regional level
Attacks on Russian refineries may disrupt global oil markets - IEA
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has supported the United States' position that Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries may disrupt global markets for petroleum products.
Ireland has already transferred over 235 tons of power equipment to Ukraine
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian energy sector has received more than 235 tons of energy equipment from Irish partners.
Ukraine, Slovakia to hold business forum in autumn
The governments of Ukraine and Slovakia have agreed to hold a joint business forum in autumn this year.
Russians may want to make Zaporizhzhia NPP unserviceable – expert’s opinion
One of Russia’s plans regarding Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) may be to make the facility unserviceable.
Economy ministry reveals details of updated Canada-Ukraine FTA
The ratification of the updated Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (CUFTA) by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine will improve economic and trade relations between the two countries.
US EXIM approves $156M loan for Ukrzaliznytsia to acquire 40 Wabtec diesel locomotives
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (US EXIM) has approved a $156.6 million loan to Ukrzaliznytsia JSC [Ukrainian Railways] to support the potential acquisition of 40 Wabtec diesel locomotives.
Economy ministry, IOM sign cooperation agreement
The Ukrainian Economy Ministry and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), which is part of the United Nations System, have signed a cooperation agreement.
11 April 2024
Some electricity shortage may occur in peak evening hours after losing Trypilska TPP – Ukrenergo
As Trypilska Thermal Power Plant (TPP) was destroyed in Russia’s overnight attack, the capacity to cover consumer needs in the peak evening hours has reduced. Thus, some electricity shortage may occur in Ukraine’s energy system between 07:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Ukrenergo: Energy objects in five regions damaged in Russia’s overnight attack
On the night of April 11, 2024, Russian projectiles caused damage to substations and power generating facilities of Ukrenergo National Power Company in five regions.
Minister Strilets: Ukraine’s war-related environmental damage already exceeds UAH 2.4T
Ukraine’s war-related environmental losses have preliminarily been estimated at more than UAH 2.4 trillion.
10 April 2024
Number of European traders using Ukrainian GTS and storage facilities is growing - MoE
The number of European traders using Ukraine's gas transportation system (GTS) and underground gas storage (UGS) facilities continues to grow.
Ukrenergo substation damaged due to Russian attack
As a result of the Russian attack on the night of April 10, equipment at one of the substations of NPC Ukrenergo was damaged.
UDP, Rhenus Logistics consider expanding cooperation
Ukrainian Danube Shipping Company PrJSC (UDP) and Rhenus Logistics are considering prospects for expanding cooperation in the delivery of cargo to the warehouses of European customers.
Ukraine’s metallurgical production up by one-third in Q1 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, Ukrainian metallurgical enterprises increased production volumes by about one-third compared to the same period last year.
Public contracting authorities announce tenders worth UAH 87.8B via Prozorro in Mar 2024
In March 2024, public contracting authorities announced UAH 87.8 billion worth of procurement tenders via the Prozorro system.
09 April 2024
NBU, EBRD pledge to support war veterans
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRC) will cooperate to promote the financial inclusion and reintegration of war veterans in Ukraine.
Risks to energy sector should be minimized by next winter - PM
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal named three vectors of activity to minimize risks to the Ukrainian energy sector next winter.