The plant systematically maintains the crane facilities and hoisting equipment in good technical condition, because their uninterrupted operation is an important component of the production process, employee safety and comfortable working conditions."Today, 230 hoisting mechanisms and 447 cranes are in operation at the plant. They regularly undergo maintenance, repairs and modernization with the implementation of modern solutions in the health and safety area. Specialists perform comprehensive tasks every day: from technical audits and timely fault detection to staff training and implementation of modern safety standards. On average, about 250 audits and six training programs regarding cranes and hoisting equipment are conducted every year. This approach allows not only to ensure smooth production operations, but also to create safer and more comfortable working conditions for employees," said Kyrylo HAVRYLIUK, Health and Safety Director of Zaporizhstal.Reliability = SafetyIn 2025, th

When the war made his hometown of Pokrovsk extremely dangerous, Roman Fedorov was forced to evacuate. While the sudden displacement was a challenge, it did not stop him from pursuing his dream of becoming a metallurgist. Today, Roman is a student at Metinvest Polytechnic and speaks with conviction: “a dream is an inner compass.” It is this compass that guides him through challenges and towards his professional development.After completing his university placement at Metinvest Group enterprises, Roman received a job offer from Kamet Steel. He now successfully combines his studies with work, holding the position of control desk operator at the hot-rolling mill. The student plans to build a successful career in metallurgy with Metinvest.Roman’s story is one of self-belief, professional determination and a clear understanding of the value of higher technical education. For him, Metinvest Polytechnic has become not only a university, but also a source of support. The flexibility of the aca

Open dialogue, discussion of current needs, and a joint search for solutions. At Integrated Iron Ore, General Director Igor Tonyev met with veteran movement leaders of Metinvest's sites. Participants discussed ways to support veterans, development of veteran initiatives, and creation of comfortable conditions for defenders returning to work after military service. Meetings like this are part of a systematic effort to help veterans adapt and reintegrate that remains one of the top priorities for Metinvest's companies. Veteran communities and their leaders play an important role in this process. They help demobilised colleagues settle back into civilian life and work, foster communication between veterans and management, and voice the defenders' current needs. During the meeting, Igor TONEV, General Director of Integrated Iron Ore, thanked employees who defended and continue to defend Ukraine and underscored the importance of ongoing dialogue with veterans."Dear colleagues, I want to th

Representatives of the third generation of Zinchenko metallurgists, who take great pride in their family, spoke about their history of working at Zaporizhia Refractories.For the Zinchenko family, Zaporizhia Refractories is far more than simply a workplace. It is a source of strength, where three generations of this distinguished working family have built their careers. Together, nine members of the dynasty have dedicated a combined 216 years of service to the enterprise, and the story continues to this day.The founder of the dynasty, Mykola Maksymovych Zinchenko, began his career at the plant in 1955. He first worked as a runner in the magnesia products shop, later becoming a press operator in the same department and subsequently a fitter there as well. He left behind not only extensive professional experience, but also the deep respect of his colleagues. In 1987, he retired, passing the baton on to the next generations.In 1955, Mykola Zinchenko’s wife, Oleksandra Vasylivna Zinchenko,

Metinvest Group, in cooperation with the Azovstal Heart project, continues to develop a comprehensive support system for veterans, assisting them in adapting to and reintegrating into civilian life after service. One such initiative is the ‘Veterans’ Camp’—a programme of physical and psychological rehabilitation for veteran employees of the company’s enterprises, launched in 2025.The first intake at the rehabilitation camp has recently concluded, with 10 Metinvest veterans taking part. A second session is currently underway, with a further 11 company veterans taking part. Over a ten-day period, participants undergo rehabilitation at one of the health and wellness centres in Myrhorod."The company consistently develops its veteran-focused initiatives and creates opportunities for the adaptation and reintegration of service personnel following their military service. Our objective is to support veterans in returning to an active life, fostering a sense of collective support and helping t

Технічний університет Метінвест Політехніка запрошує ветеранів і ветеранок здобути сучасну вищу освіту за спрощеною процедурою вступу. Для вступу на бакалаврат не потрібно складати національний мультипредметний тест, а для магістерських програм достатньо пройти співбесіду. Вступні співбесіди для всіх рівнів стартують з 8 липня.Сучасний університет вбачає в освіті шлях до повернення до цивільного життя і нової професії для захисників і захисниць. Саме тому спрощені умови вступу діють для всіх ветеранів незалежно від місця служби чи попередньої професії. До Метінвест Політехніки вже вступили понад 50 ветеранів. Серед ТОП-вибору – як технічні спеціальності, пов’язані з виробництвом, так і сучасні напрями, пов’язані з цифровими технологіями, автоматизацією та управлінням. Понад два роки університет співпрацює з громадською організацією «Серце Азовсталі», яка підтримує захисників Маріуполя та їхні родини. Одним із учасників освітніх програм став ветеран і захисник Маріуполя Ілля Ілляшенко,

We have the steel will and strength to support the country on the way to victory. In the context of the full-scale war, the Metinvest Group team has become a reliable support for the state and its citizens. We help the army, take care of civilians and our employees, ensure production at enterprises so that Ukraine's economy is sustainable even in the most difficult times. Learn more about the news and events of the last seven days in the traditional Metinvest digest. 1Second-Season Steel Force Students Visit Metinvest Enterprises2NV Ranks Metinvest Among Ukraine’s Largest Exporters3Kryvyi Rih Honours Metinvest Consolidated Iron Ore's Top Instructors4Metinvest Polytechnic Presents Digital Transformation Experience in Metallurgy in Milan5Preparations Underway at Kamet Steel for Major Overhaul of Blast Furnace No. 1M6Metinvest Mining Veterans Attend Offsite Event Near Kryvyi Rih

On 14 June, World Blood Donor Day is observed worldwide, honouring individuals who, out of altruism and deeply held convictions, give a part of themselves to save the lives of others. Blood donors are also among the workforce at Metinvest enterprises.At Kryvyi Rih’s Iron Ore Plants, a strong culture of respect for blood donors has been cultivated over many years. It dates back to the founding of the enterprises and continues to this day. Today, the children and grandchildren of the first donors at the Iron Ore Plants continue their noble cause. Viktoriia FIEDUSOVA, a donor and Senior Storekeeper at the Technological Motor Transport Shop of Inhulets Iron Ore, recalls:“I first donated blood at the age of 18. I went to the blood transfusion centre with my father, Viktor Ivanovych, who already held the title of Honorary Donor at the time and had worked at Inhulets Iron Ore since his youth. My blood donation was not systematic thereafter, but rather more occasional in nature. For example,

Нові обмеження ЄС на імпорт сталі можуть зруйнувати українську металургійну галузь і завдати відчутного удару по державному бюджету саме тоді, коли країна продовжує протистояти російській агресії. Про це заявив генеральний директор Групи Метінвест Юрій Риженков в інтерв’ю британському виданню The Guardian.Він зазначив, що нова система квот ЄС, яка має набути чинності 1 липня, може «знищити українську металургію». Європейський Союз запровадив захисні заходи на тлі тривалого надлишку сталевої продукції у світі, спричиненого насамперед Китаєм. ЄС удвічі скоротив обсяги безмитних квот на імпорт сталі та водночас підвищив мито на понадквотний імпорт до 50% – рівня, який робить таке постачання економічно невигідними.Рішення ЄС загострило конкуренцію між торговельними партнерами за доступ до квот, які дають змогу постачати сталь на європейський ринок. Це стосується й Великої Британії, де представники галузі заявили про «екзистенційну загрозу», якщо не отримають достатнього доступу до свого н

At the end of May, a meeting of the Partnership Council on vocational education, mentorship and youth adaptation to industrial environments was held. The event brought together representatives of employers, trade union organisations, the employment service, vocational education institutions, and Dnipropetrovsk Regional Scientific and Methodological Centre for Vocational Education.The main focus of the meeting was to enhance cooperation among all stakeholders involved in the training of future specialists for the mining and steelmaking sector. The participants discussed mechanisms for developing dual education, enhancing the role of workplace mentorship, and supporting the adaptation of young people to real working environments.During the meeting, the participants discussed established practices of cooperation between employers, the municipal employment service, vocational education institutions, and Scientific and Methodological Centre for Vocational Education. This cooperation enable