TECHNOLOGY
Ukraine’s IT sector generates $4.46 billion in exports despite war
Ukraine exported $4.46 billion worth of IT services between January and August 2026, an increase of 4% compared with the same period last year.
TECHNOLOGY
UK launches Kyiv Business Centre to boost joint defence production and investment
The Kyiv Business Centre aims to make it easier for British companies to enter the Ukrainian market, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises that have previously faced security restrictions.
ENERGY
$116 million investment plan approved for Ukraine’s renewable energy integration
A $116.2 million investment plan has been approved under the Renewable Energy Integration (REI) programme, providing renewable energy and energy storage systems in Ukraine.
ENERGY
European Commission considers expanded quota for Ukrainian bioethanol
Ukraine and the European Commission have discussed changes to the mechanism for expanding opportunities for Ukrainian bioethanol exports to the EU.
INVESTMENTS
Ukraine targets $40 billion reconstruction project portfolio for 2027
Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy and Environment has outlined its key priorities for 2027, including the creation of a portfolio of high-quality reconstruction projects.
INVESTMENTS
URC 2027 to focus on defence, energy and critical infrastructure
The conference is intended to help shift cooperation from military assistance towards long-term security partnerships, with particular emphasis on expanding joint defence production, developing new drone agreements with Ukraine.
RECOVERY
Odessa region builds 600 km of water networks for 68,000 residents
Construction of 2 major water supply systems is underway in the Odessa region, aimed at providing a stable water supply to more than 68,000 residents across 29 settlements.
INVESTMENTS
Ukraine invites Japanese companies to expand role in reconstruction
Ukraine is also counting on cooperation with Japan to establish an insurance mechanism for businesses operating under the constant threat of Russian attacks.
ENERGY
UKRNAFTA starts supplying European Arctic diesel to Ukraine
The UKRNAFTA filling station network has contracted European-produced Arctic diesel fuel from Orlen and begun supplying it to Ukraine, with the first batches already delivered.
INVESTMENTS
Italy launches €105 million financing programme for Ukrainian businesses
Italy has presented a €105 million TERRA programme aimed at expanding access to financing for Ukrainian businesses, particularly micro and small enterprises in rural areas
TECHNOLOGY
Esper Bionics launches Power Grip feature for Esper Hand 2
Ukrainian-American startup Esper Bionics has released an update to its Esper+ mobile app, adding a new Power Grip feature for the Esper Hand 2 bionic prosthesis
TRADE & LOGISTICS
Avesterra Group enters UK, Dutch and Estonian markets
Avesterra Group has experience exporting its products to 25 countries worldwide. It currently makes regular deliveries to the Seychelles, Azerbaijan, the Middle East and Africa.
INVESTMENTS
Austria and Ukraine agree roadmap for reconstruction projects
The joint roadmap with Austria should become a practical tool with clearly defined partners, resources and timelines — from identifying reconstruction priorities to implementing specific projects
TRADE & LOGISTICS
CIHEAM Bari opens call for agricultural input suppliers in Ukraine
CIHEAM Bari announces a Call for Expressions of Interest for the purpose of establishing a shortlist of suppliers for the procurement of agricultural inputs in Ukraine.
INVESTMENTS
IFC to support new infrastructure projects in Ukraine
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is interested in continuing cooperation with Ukraine on infrastructure projects implemented through public-private partnerships.
INVESTMENTS
US–Ukraine Reconstruction Fund to finance first projects by end of 2026
The United States–Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) will begin financing its first projects by the end of 2026, with at least three projects expected to receive funding.
TRADE & LOGISTICS
Alternative routes handle 1.7 million tonnes of Ukrainian agricultural exports
Ukraine exported around 1.7 million tonnes of agricultural products via alternative routes, representing approximately one-third of its potential export volume
INVESTMENTS
EU presents new guide to help Ukrainian businesses find European partners and financing
The European Commission has launched a new guide bringing together key tools and resources for EU–Ukraine business cooperation.
INVESTMENTS
Odesa Port Plant draws interest from four potential foreign bidders ahead of its privatization auction
In response, global ammonia fertilizer producers began looking to hedge their risks, turning their attention to the Ukrainian enterprise.
TRADE & LOGISTICS
Demand for Ukrainian wheat remains stable as exporters redirect shipments through Danube ports
Market participants note that the Danube remains an important alternative export route
ENERGY
EU remains top destination as Ukraine's bioethanol exports grow 10.6%
Ukraine exported 80,400 metric tons of bioethanol in the first half of 2026, up 10.6% from the same period last year.
TRADE & LOGISTICS
Nearly 20,000 new companies registered in first half of 2026
Ukraine registered nearly 20,000 new companies during the first six months of 2026, marking the highest level of business creation in the past three years
ENERGY
EBRD approves €70 million for construction of two wind farms in Ukraine
The funds from the loan package will be used to finance the construction and operation of two wind farms with capacities of 58 MW and 200 MW
INVESTMENTS
Aurora invests UAH 1.84 billion as retail chain grows 30% in first half of 2026
Ukrainian retail chain “Aurora,” operating in the one-dollar store format, opened 133 new stores in Ukraine in January–June 2026
TECHNOLOGY
Farmak becomes strategic investor in Ukrainian healthtech startup Tayra AI
Ukrainian company Farmak has become a strategic investor in Tayra AI, a healthtech startup developing AI solutions for medical facilities.
TECHNOLOGY
Ukraine’s Airlogix and Czech PBS Group to produce turbine engines for UAVs in Ukraine
Ukraine’s defense company Airlogix and Czech PBS Group have agreed to localize the production of PBS turbine engines
TECHNOLOGY
Ukraine’s Ratel starts serial production of tracked combat robots
Ukrainian defense company Ratel Robotics has launched serial production of its tracked ground robots Nurse TB20
ENERGY
Ukrnafta and EBRD launch construction of a 250 MW CHP plant
Ukrnafta and the EBRD have launched the construction process for a modern gas-fired cogeneration power plant to support Ukraine’s energy system.
INVESTMENTS
Spain announces increase in recovery project financing to €570 million
Ukrainian reconstruction projects will gain greater access to Spanish financing, while Spanish companies will get more opportunities to invest in Ukraine.
TECHNOLOGY
German AI company Circus launches cooperation with Ukrainian Ground Forces
German company Circus SE is launching cooperation with the 3rd Army Corps of the Ukrainian Ground Forces on AI-powered autonomous logistics systems.
INVESTMENTS
French Alta Ares to invest €10 million in Ukraine expansion
French deftech company Alta Ares will allocate one-fifth of the €50 million in investments raised in June to expanding its business in Ukraine — approximately €10 million
TRADE & LOGISTICS
Ukraine’s Parliament ratifies free trade agreement with Turkey
The agreement removes barriers specifically for processed products: food products, feed concentrates, and more deeply processed oil products