Technical University "Metinvest Polytechnic" has identified three priority levels for transforming mining education: integrating digital technologies into the learning process, providing advanced training in Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence and resource efficiency, and conducting applied research with student involvement. This approach is aimed at training engineers to support the technological modernisation of Ukrainian industry and its post-war reconstruction. Extracting more is no longer the sole objective. The global mining sector is undergoing a major technological transformation. The focus is not only on mining volumes, but also on access to critical raw materials, production efficiency, worker safety and business competitiveness. Growing demand for copper, lithium and other critical minerals is reshaping investment priorities. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the copper supply deficit could reach approximately 25% by 2035, based on the current project po

The destruction of the Kakhovka HPP dam on June 6, 2023, had catastrophic consequences for the ecosystem and Ukraine's population in the southern and central regions. Particularly, nearly one million people are still experiencing problems with access to drinking water. Metinvest has contributed to addressing the water supply problem for residents of communities near Kryvyi Rih, including the Hleiuvatka community. With support from the company, several activities were carried out in settlements – installation of purification equipment on wells, reconstruction of pump stations, and installation of water vending machines. Today, almost 7,000 people live in the Hleiuvatka territorial community. When the Russian army blew up the Kakhovka HPP, the problem of access to safe drinking water became more acute for the villagers. Settlements across the community experienced significant disruptions to their centralised water supply system. Over the past three years, the Hleiuvatka Village Council,

At the “Export Forum: Surviving Against All Odds” in Kyiv on 21 October, Oleksandr Vodoviz, head of the Metinvest Group CEO’s Office, discussed the challenges facing Ukraine’s steel industry, the impact of new EU trade restrictions and ways of attracting investment to rebuild the country’s industry.Organised by Ekonomichna Pravda, the event brought together representatives of the European Union, exporters and government officials to discuss ways of exporting products amid a perfect storm, opportunities for government support for exporters, and the prospects of the EU lifting trade restrictions on Ukrainian producers.Oleksandr Vodoviz took part in a panel discussion entitled “The Triple Challenge”. Representatives of the EU and Ukrainian government also participated in the discussion.The head of the Metinvest CEO’s Office noted that Ukraine’s steel industry is in an extremely difficult position. One of the main challenges is the extensive destruction of industrial facilities as a resul

Restoring a home damaged by enemy attacks requires time, effort and significant resources. During such challenging times, it is especially important to feel supported and know that there are people ready to help. At Zaporizhstal, a financial assistance programme continues to support employees whose homes have been damaged as a result of enemy attacks. The programme enables people to gradually restore their homes and return to their normal lives. “In the current circumstances, a company's responsibility towards its people takes on special significance. We understand how difficult it is to restore homes after enemy attacks, and we strive to make this easier for our employees. The support programme exists to ensure that people have the resources needed to rebuild their homes and feel the support of the team. We remain one team not only at work, but also in difficult life situations,” says Taras SHEVCHENKO, Acting General Director of Zaporizhstal. FIGURESince the start of the full-scale w

Розпочинаємо новий тиждень з вірою у найкраще. Разом з Україною продовжуємо свій шлях до перемоги: підтримуємо економіку держави, допомагаємо армії та цивільним українцям.Більше про події тижня, що минув, дізнавайтеся з традиційного дайджесту Метінвесту.1У Кривому Розі за підтримки Метінвесту продовжують проєкт «Хібукі-терапія»2Команда університету Метінвест Політехніка долучилася до PolyTECH Summit 20263Університет Метінвест Політехніка розпочав нову профорієнтаційну кампанію4Молодіжка Запоріжсталі організувала сімейний захід для працівників і дітей5Прокатники трубозаготівельного стана Каметсталі відзначили 70 років роботи

How can technological innovations become real engineering solutions, and new ideas become student research projects? Participants of PolyTECH Summit 2026, which brought together more than a thousand representatives of education, science, government, and the technology business sector, looked for answers to these questions. The team from Metinvest Polytechnic technical university joined the event to explore the latest developments, exchange experience, and identify new opportunities for advancing applied science and engineering education. PolyTECH Summit 2026, organized with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, featured more than 20 speakers who discussed the development of engineering education, the use of artificial intelligence, and collaboration between science and business. Metinvest Polytechnic, Ukraine’s first private mining and metallurgical university, founded by Metinvest Group, was represented by students Volodymyr Zolotarov and Andrii Piliusov, t

Генеральний директор Метінвесту Юрій Риженков в інтерв’ю BBC пояснив, чому Євросоюзу варто переглянути обмеження на імпорт української сталі та що потрібно для виживання галузі в умовах війни.Переклад інтерв’ю скорочено й адаптовано для української версії.Керівник однієї з найбільших металургійних компаній України закликав Євросоюз скасувати обмеження на імпорт української продукції, стверджуючи, що Україну «поставили в один ряд» з іншими країнами в межах заходів, спрямованих на стримування дешевого імпорту, зокрема з Китаю.Юрій Риженков сказав BBC, що нещодавно запроваджені мита на імпорт сталі до ЄС є «несправедливими» й були встановлені «без жодного врахування ситуації, в якій перебуває Україна». Він хотів би бачити «принаймні виняток» для України, який забезпечив би їй доступ до ринку ЄС.Речник Європейської комісії заявив, що під час визначення політики щодо сталі ЄС «врахував складну ситуацію» в Україні.Нещодавно Євросоюз запровадив обмеження на імпорт сталі, щоб захистити своїх

With support from Metinvest, the Hibuki Therapy project is continuing in Kryvyi Rih. So far, 290 children and 40 teachers and psychologists have taken part. The method uses a therapeutic toy dog named Hibuki to help children safely express their emotions, overcome fears, and reduce anxiety, especially in times of war. The project is being implemented with the support of Metinvest Group, the city's Department of Education and Science, and is coordinated by the NGO "Kryvyi Rih Foundation for the Future». The program trains teachers and psychologists to use simple, effective tools that support children’s emotional well-being throughout the educational process. The methodology was developed by Dr. Dafna Sharon-Maximov, creator of the Israeli Hibuki Therapy approach for children and adolescents and an international expert in trauma and post-trauma care for young people. “Children open up and share things they would not otherwise say. They speak on behalf of Hibuki, but in fact they are tal

Speaking at the “Dialogues with NV: Business and New Challenges” forum in Kyiv, Oleg Davydenko, director of Metinvest Group’s Corporate Communications Department, discussed why retaining skilled employees has become the main challenge facing Ukraine’s steel industry, how Metinvest is keeping its teams together following the suspension of production, and how it is preparing veterans to return to work.The event brought together government representatives, business leaders and experts. Participants discussed how businesses are adapting to the challenges of war, developing effective crisis management solutions and maintaining business continuity in changing circumstances, as well as how approaches to managing teams have evolved.Davydenko took part in the panel discussion “The Principles of the Best Employers”, alongside representatives of Nestlé, Naftogaz Group and the Veteran Business Association.Retaining the workforceMetinvest’s head of corporate communications noted that the entire mi

An experienced production professional and Deputy Head of Hannivskyi Open-Pit Mine at Metinvest Group’s Northern Iron Ore, Oleksandr Smirnov firmly believes that even many years of professional experience cannot replace the value of new knowledge. At Metinvest Polytechnic, he qualified as a mining engineer and earned two Master's degrees, mastering modern technologies for the extraction and beneficiation of mineral resources. Today, the graduate continues to collaborate with the University, contributing to research activities and initiating projects for students. Geology is a family tradition for Oleksandr Smirnov, one that has been embraced by four generations of his family. He also began his professional career in geology, later working in research and academia, defending a Candidate of Sciences dissertation, and gaining experience at industrial enterprises. And studying at Metinvest Polytechnic enabled him to complement his geological education with a mining specialisation and deep