Business news, entrepreneurship and startups in Kyiv region
After nearly a two-month hiatus, trams and trolleybuses have resumed service — not only a convenience for passengers, but also a sign that the city's power system is stabilizing.
The Prosecutor General’s Office has sent an indictment to court in a case involving the 2015 privatization of part of a main oil products pipeline. This is not just a criminal story — it is about a lost resource, Russian supplies, and the return of state property.
Money loves silence: through a Dutch online auction an Australian group took on nearly UAH 895 million of Velta’s loans. Why this matters for the budget and future lithium projects in Ukraine — briefly and without sensationalism.
Kryukiv Carriage Works has completed a major overhaul of the dual‑system high‑speed electric train EKr1‑001 "Tarpan" and handed it over to Ukrzaliznytsia. We explain why this is more important than just a "refurbished train" — for passengers, logistics, and the country's defense capability.
New rules will allow faster delivery of drones, electronic-warfare systems and missiles to units — we examine which procedures have been relaxed, who benefits, and what safeguards remain.
A hostile drone struck a railcar near Kryvyi Rih. We examine what is known so far, the consequences for passengers and railway infrastructure, and what to expect next.
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed four independent foreign experts and two government representatives. We explain why international experience on the council is not just for show, but a tool for stability, investment and transit reliability.
The President warned of intentions to attack water infrastructure. We explain why this is a direct threat to everyday life and what priorities the state and its partners must set.
Bloomberg: falling debris from intercepted drones forced the shutdown of a refinery with a capacity of 550,000 barrels per day. What happened, what impact this has on markets, and why it matters for Ukraine.
After an almost complete halt to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, European futures surged sharply. We explain why this matters for Ukraine's economy, the budget, and preparations for the heating season.
After strikes on Iran, Brent surged and shipping activity near the Strait of Hormuz has almost come to a halt. We examine why this matters for Ukraine's economy and security.
Law enforcement uncovered an illicit operation producing vodka, rum and whisky under the brands of well-known manufacturers. This is not only a crime — it endangers consumers and diverts revenues the state needs during the war.
Russian attacks on gas facilities are not simply the destruction of equipment. This is a test of our ability to supply heat and fuel. What happened on the night of February 28 and why it matters to every Ukrainian.
A Ukrainian contractor offered the lowest price for the contract to construct 270 truck parking spaces near the border checkpoint. This is not just road repair — it is an investment in border throughput and trade with Europe.
The last two Reebok stores in Kyiv will close in spring 2026, and the online store will shut after the clearance sale. We examine why the brand is winding down its presence and who might fill the gap.
The law received 225 votes — one vote short. This is not a minor matter: the funds were supposed to go to restoring the bridge over the Dniester and repairing roads important for logistics and security.
Oleksiy Babenko has acquired a controlling stake in Babel. This is not just a change of owner — it is a test of editorial independence and a signal to the media market. We examine the risks and opportunities of this deal.
The delivery of U.S. LNG through the Lithuanian terminal is not an emotional gesture but a practical step toward diversifying supplies. We examine how this will affect supply security and the gas market in wartime.
The maker of Ozempic and Wegovy has licensed an oral delivery technology for biopharmaceuticals to Vivtex. Why this matters for patients, the market and even for Ukraine — brief and to the point.
Four Ukrainian manufacturers have signed framework agreements under the Build with Ukraine initiative — these are not isolated contracts, but a signal of a shift to serial production and a strengthened defense industry.
Less than three years after the adoption of the strategy through 2050, it is being replaced: a response to large-scale strikes on the energy sector, the need for modernization, and the demands of integration with the European market. We examine what this means for security, investment and tariffs.
Russia struck gas production and storage facilities in the Kharkiv and Chernihiv regions. This is not just destruction — it threatens reserves and the functioning of infrastructure. We examine why the attacks happened now and what the consequences are.
Money loves silence: Aurora reports UAH 58.36 billion in Ukraine (≈ $1.399 billion) and a 26% increase in revenue. We unpack why this matters for consumption, logistics and investors.
Parliament adopted bill No. 7577 — the state gains tools to create operators of land-reclamation systems. Why this matters for farmers, investors and Ukraine’s food security.
Academics report a nonlinear spread of corrosion — it is no longer merely a technical issue but a matter of Kyiv’s safety and mobility. We examine what is known and what the state must do.
A creditor has succeeded in having proceedings opened against one of Ukraine's largest exporters of iron-ore kotuny. We examine what the impact could be on jobs, the company's revenues and market confidence.
Anthropic trained Claude Code to update legacy COBOL code — the market reacted with IBM’s stock falling, but the consequences carry more weight than a market index: from ATM security to Ukraine’s digital resilience strategy.
Ofcom will be granted the authority to accept complaints about streaming services and investigate breaches — why this matters for users and why London's decision is significant for Ukraine.
Drone strikes caused a shutdown at one of Naftogaz's gas facilities. We explain why this is no longer just a local accident but a matter for the country's economy and security.
The European Business Association's annual survey recorded a decline in optimism among top executives. Why the figures point not only to risks but also to resilience — briefly and to the point.