The life of soldiers on the front line is far from the comfort of Kyiv apartments. Arranging heating, getting hot food, taking a shower or sleeping comfortably can be a difficult logistical task for a unit. This is not just a matter of whim – the health of defenders and their effectiveness in combat depend on their living conditions.Ukraine declares that the life of a defender is of the highest value. The scale of the war makes it impossible to quickly set up modular kitchens, baths and underground shelters for all military personnel.Structures on the front line must not only serve their primary purpose but also provide protection against shells. They should also be versatile and suitable for mass production, enabling their deployment along the entire front line, which spans more than 1,000 kilometres.Ukrainian steelmakers have undertaken the implementation of this project. Metinvest employees, in cooperation with the military, have developed versatile shelters that are now being weld

Central GOK of Metinvest Group is carrying out scheduled repair works on the OK-324 induration machine equipment complex. The company has allocated over UAH 23 mln for equipment restoration.It is planned to complete the repair and upgrade works within 14 days. A key focus is restoring the refractory lining of the induration machine's hearth to ensure thermal insulation. Specialists are also carrying out partial equipment repairs, including maintenance of the machine drive units, conveyor transport, and air blast equipment of the gas cleaning system. As part of the repair works, workers are replacing conveyor belts, rollers, seals, and the rotor of the D-5 smoke exhauster unit. They are also lining the reloading units and repairing the metal structures of the machine frame and air blast machines.Specialists of Central GOK emphasize that the actions taken will ensure stable equipment operation of the pelletizing plant until the next maintenance cycle and optimize the pellet production p

There is no time to stop on the way to victory. That's why Metinvest's team works day in and day out to be a reliable pillar for the country and its citizens. The company delivers cargoes of equipment and gear to the frontline, takes care of victims and ensures that its business units operate to keep Ukraine's economy sustainable even in the most difficult times.Read more about the events and news of the last seven days in Metinvest's traditional digest.1Students of Metinvest Polytechnic attend a field session at GOK in Kryvyi Rih2Metinvest signs declaration for green steel production project in Piombino3Metinvest presented "Steel Dream" restoration concept in Poland4Kamet Steel blast furnace workers resume production of pig iron for export5Metinvest tops ranking of Ukraine's largest businesses according to Forbes6Zaporizhstal holds 48th scientific and technical youth conference7Northern GOK completes repairs of induration machine8Metinvest's Consolidated GOK provides drinking water to

After a break of over six months, Kamet-Steel has resumed pig iron production for foreign customers. Pig iron production at the casting machine area of the blast furnace shop has been restarted to fulfil orders from North American clients. This is a promising program with systematic product shipments planned to continue into 2025.The first shipments of pig iron for overseas customers were dispatched from Kamet-Steel in November This followed intensive team efforts to prepare the casting machine equipment for resumed production and ensure the area was staffed with qualified personnel.Denis PINCHUK, Head of Blast Furnace Shop:"Two casting machines work stably at the site to fulfill the order. We thoroughly tested, inspected, and maintained the equipment in advance using our blast furnace shop's maintenance team. We paid special attention to renovating the moulds - the containers used for forming pig iron ingots. We also focused on training and professional development of our process per

At the “Italy Supports Made in Ukraine” business forum held in Rome on 20 November, Metinvest Group representatives pledged support for integrating Ukrainian and Italian businesses to ensure the sustainable development of the countries’ industries.The forum focused on the current situation in metallurgy, energy and renewable energy, defence technology, agriculture and machinery manufacturing.DTEK discussed international cooperation aimed at strengthening the countries’ energy security, as well as the revision of bilateral agreements that could optimise joint energy projects. Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy received confirmation of Italy’s commitment to working with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to provide EUR200 million to Ukrhydroenergo, Ukraine’s largest hydropower generating company.Metinvest’s representatives participated in the “Metallurgy and Critical Materials” panel, alongside government and business representatives from Ukraine and Italy. Yulia SVYRYDENKO

Metinvest enterprises in Zaporizhzhia continues to implement a programme to support employees whose homes were damaged as a result of hostile attacks. To date, the amount of financial support provided has exceeded UAH 3 million.The programme of housing restoration, damaged after enemy shelling, for teams of Zaporizhstal, Zaporozhogneupor, Zaporizhcoke, and Zaporizhzhia Casting and Mechanical Plant has been in place since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.Enterprises' hotline operates, allowing employees to request assistance. Depending on the extent of damage to their homes, employees may receive financial support for repairs. Those in need of temporary accommodation can stay at Metinvest's social facilities in Zaporizhzhia while their homes are being repaired.As a part of the programme, over 100 houses of Metinvest's employees in Zaporizhzhia were restored. Among them is Dmytro Petrachenko, press operator of alumina silicate shop at Zaporozhogneupor. His house was damaged in t

First aid training is an essential element of public safety. Having someone nearby who can properly respond and assist in the first minutes of an injury or health crisis until the ambulance arrives significantly increases the chances of survival and successful recovery.All Metinvest enterprises regularly train their staff in first aid. This is especially important today, as the usual risks are compounded by the additional risks brought about by the war. Recently, with Oleksandr Myronenko at the helm, employees of Metinvest's Operations Directorate have been learning life-saving skills. Professional instructors from the Ukrainian Red Cross Society have conducted a six-hour training for them.The First Responder program is designed for employees of government agencies, such as the National Police, State Emergency Service, and Armed Forces of Ukraine, whose job responsibilities include first aid. These skills will also prove valuable for those working in the mining and metals industry.In

On 20 November, Metinvest and the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) signed a historic declaration to promote the industrial revitalisation of Piombino through a large green steel production plant. The signing took place during a meeting between the Italian and Ukrainian governments held in Rome.The agreement builds on the Memorandum of Understanding signed on 13 April 2024, which involves key stakeholders, including the Tuscany Region, the Municipality of Piombino, Danieli Officine Meccaniche S.p.A. and Metinvest-Adria S.p.A. During the ceremony, Metinvest proposed to Adolfo Urso, Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy, that the project be considered of national strategic interest, which could expedite its approval processes with the involvement of the Council of Ministers.The EUR2.5 billion project has already achieved certain milestones. SACE, Italy’s export credit agency, and the leading banking institutions, including Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, have officially

A 48th scientific and technical youth conference took place in Zaporizhzhia. The event was organised by the youth of Zaporizhstal and Metinvest Polytechnic, the first non-governmental technical university. The 55 participants presented their innovative solutions aimed at enhancing production efficiency.Young specialists of Metinvest's enterprises competed for the title of best in three sections: "Engineering", "Health and Safety", "Technology and Quality". The students, who shared their views of enhancing efficiency of production process in the separate section of student projects, also participated in the conference. Young specialists and future industrial workers presented their own researches and innovation to other members of expert commissions, including experienced metallurgists and enterprise managers of different levels.Among 55 participants of the conference are representatives of Zaporizhstal and Motor Sich, students of Zaporizhzhia universities and Metinvest Polytechnic.The

Metinvest Polytechnic's lecturers have joined the "Civil Security Community" public organisation. This inter-university community brings together specialists in the field of "Civil security". The initiative aims to enhance cooperation between higher education institutions to improve the quality of the educational process, conduct scientific research and create new opportunities for students and lecturers.As part of the "Civil Security Community" activities, a meeting of representatives from leading Ukrainian universities was held: Kremenchuk National University named after Mikhail Ostrogradsky, National Technical University "Dnipro Polytechnic", Technical University "Metinvest Polytechnic", and National University of Civil Protection of Ukraine. During the discussion, participants outlined plans for joint activities aimed at enhancing educational programmes, deepening scientific research and organising experience-sharing events.The main concept of this cooperation offers a unique oppo