Ukraine: coke imports up in January-November 2025

In January-November, Ukraine imported 642.8 thousand tons of coke and semi-coke, up by 3.2% YoY. According to the State Customs Service, in November coke imports amounted to 85.35 thousand tons, up by 28.8% MoM and 2-fold YoY. This was the highest result since January. Poland accounted for most supplies – 602.01 thousand tons. Indonesia supplied…

Ukraine: Zaporizhstal suffers complete power outage due to Russian attack

Due to massive Russian attack of Ukrainian energy infrastructure facilities on December 23, PJSC Zaporizhstal suffered a complete power outage, which led to an emergency shutdown of production. In extremely difficult conditions, the company’s team promptly switched to alternative power sources and further safely shut down production processes in accordance with the anti-crisis regulations. Thanks…

Uzbekistan: metallurgical output reaches 184.4 trillion sums in January–October 2025

In January-October, the value of metallurgical production in Uzbekistan amounted to 184.4 trillion sums, according to data from the National Statistics Committee. Compared with the same period of 2024, the indicator increased by 1.9%, reflecting moderate growth in the sector amid sustained demand from industry and infrastructure projects. Navoi region remains the key center of…

Ukraine: metallurgy survives under tariff pressure

Located in Ukraine, ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih plant is bearing the heavy burden of wartime along with the brave country fighting for its existence. “However, today we are forced to talk about another front – the economic one, where the situation is becoming critical,” says Mauro Longobardo, CEO of ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih. “Since July, ArcelorMittal Kryvyi…

Uzbekistan: Mining Minister and Mangold Consulting discuss prospects for cooperation in mining sector

Bahrom Islomov, Minister of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan, held a meeting with Dr. Klaus Mangold, head of Mangold Consulting. During the discussion, the parties reviewed the ongoing reforms in Uzbekistan’s mining and geological sectors, as well as prospects for the further development of the industry. Special attention was given to…