Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Community

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Khmelnytskyi Industrial Park

The project for the creation of the “Khmelnytskyi” industrial park provides for the development of modern infrastructure, attraction of investments, establishment of innovative enterprises, and creation of over 3,000 jobs, which will contribute to the long-term economic growth of the region

Estimated budget: 10 219 054€

Project initiator and asset holder: Khmelnytskyi City Council

Project implementers: Department of Capital Construction of the Khmelnytskyi City Council, Department of City Infrastructure, LLC “Management Company ‘Khmelnytskyi City Industrial Park’”

Financing: Local budget – €2,761,081

Investment projects

New construction of modern sewage treatment facilities for domestic wastewater

The project provides for the construction of modern wastewater treatment facilities for domestic sewage in the city of Khmelnytskyi. The new system will comply with modern technical, environmental, and energy standards, ensure reliable wastewater treatment, and improve energy efficiency

Estimated budget: 01.01.2024 — 36 510 000 €

Project initiator, implementer, and asset holder: Municipal Utility Company “Khmelnytskvodokanal”

Financing: The initiative involves attracting funds from the local budget of the Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Community (co-financing) and potential international support

Critical infrastructure

New construction of a CHP plant operating on solid fuel (SRF, RDF) and other types of alternative fuel

Construction of a combined heat and power plant (CHP) in Khmelnytskyi using alternative fuel (SRF/RDF) with a capacity of 2 MW of electricity and 8 MW of heat.Investments: €35.78 million; payback period: approximately 15.6 years.The project will reduce gas consumption, decrease the amount of solid waste, improve environmental conditions, and enhance the city’s energy independence

Estimated budget: 35 780 000 €

Project initiator, implementer, and asset holder: Municipal Utility Company “Khmelnytskteplokomunenergo”

Critical infrastructure

Reconstruction of Khmelnytskyi Airport

The reconstruction project of the “Khmelnytskyi” airport envisions the creation of a modern cargo and passenger air hub capable of operating charter flights. It will contribute to the development of regional and international logistics, improve transport accessibility, and foster economic growth

Estimated budget: 280 000 000 €

Project initiator: Khmelnytskyi Regional Military Administration

Project implementer and asset holder: Municipal Enterprise “Khmelnytskyi Airport”

Investment projects

Reconstruction of the Buildings of the Municipal Enterprise "Khmelnytskyi City Hospital"

Establishment of an innovative center for psychological, psychiatric, social, and medical rehabilitation for servicemen, veterans, their families, as well as the families of prisoners of war and fallen heroes

Estimated budget: 17 000 000 €

Project initiator, implementer, and asset holder: Municipal Enterprise “Khmelnytskyi City Hospital” of the Khmelnytskyi City Council

Social infrastructure

Development of long-term partnerships with foreign municipalities, investors, foundations, and international institutions.

Attraction of financial resources and advanced technologies for effective recovery and development.

Implementation of innovative solutions for sustainable economic growth.

Promotion of the community’s green transformation.

Improvement of residents’ quality of life.

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Total area – 49,500 haKhmelnytskyi region
City of Khmelnytskyi, Bohdanivtsi settlement, and the villages of: Bakhmativtsi, Berezove, Bohdanivtsi, Velyka Kalynivka, Vodychky, Volytsia, Davydkivtsi, Ivankivtsi, Ivashkivtsi, Klymkivtsi, Kolyban, Kopystyn, Mala Kolyban, Malashivtsi, Masivtsi, Matskivtsi, Oleshyn, Parkhomivtsi, Pyrohivtsi, Prybuzke, Cherepivka, Cherepova, Sharovechka.

● Located in the central part of the region, on the Podillia Upland, in the upper reaches of the Southern Bug River.● Khmelnytskyi is an important transport hub, with railway connections to Zhmerynka, Volochysk, Shepetivka, and Kamianets-Podilskyi, as well as key highways.

Goals of the Community’s Participation in the ReBuild Ukraine Project

Present the community as an open, reliable, and promising partner for international investors, donors, governments, and businesses.
Increase the community’s international recognition as a prospective partner for post-war development
Establish direct contacts with international companies, foundations, municipalities, and institutions willing to cooperate with the community
Attract new technologies and solutions to ensure effective and sustainable recovery

Why Khmelnytskyi?

● Favorable investment climate. Support programs for SMEs● The city is open to transparent international projects● Focus on job creation and sustainable development

Economic growth

● Accelerated opening of new enterprises● Development of small businesses, trade, IT, food, and light industry● Construction of an industrial park as an investment platform● 2024 statistics: ~204,900 m² of housing commissioned, capital investments of UAH 2,920.5 million

Business Environment

● Business registration — free and completed within 24 hours● Free construction permit within 10 days● Simplified licensing and land transfer procedures● 23,000 individual entrepreneurs● 4 business clusters

Labor Market

● Over 70% of the population is employed● Focus on IT, trade, logistics, and engineering● Low labor costs compared to the region

Excellent Location

● 325 km to Kyiv by road● Less than 20 hours to key European cities: Warsaw, Prague, Berlin, etc.

Quality of Life

● Khmelnytskyi ranks 3rd in Ukraine’s city comfort ranking (Focus)● 113 ha of green spaces● 10th place in the “Transparent Cities” transparency ranking

Strategic Priorities for Community Development:

Responsible City
Comfortable and Safe City
Entrepreneurial City

Community Development Programs

Charter of the Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Community

Khmelnytskyi City Development Strategy until 2025

Strategic Development Plan of the Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Community for 2021–2025

Development Strategy of the Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Community until 2035 (under development)

“Green City” Action Plan

Sustainable Energy Development Action Plan of Khmelnytskyi City for 2016–2025

Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (under development)

Trolleybus Procurement

Donor: European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

Objective: To modernize the fleet of the Municipal Enterprise “Electrotrans” to enhance comfort, safety, and environmental friendliness of urban transport.

In 2024, Khmelnytskyi signed an agreement for the delivery of 42 new low-floor trolleybuses (34 standard and 8 with autonomous drive). The total project cost amounts to €16.55 million. The vehicles are fully low-floor, equipped with spaces for strollers, wheelchairs, and guide dogs, making public transport more accessible and inclusive.

Construction of Multi-Apartment Buildings for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)

Donor: Funded by the European Union and implemented under the management of NEFCO

Objective: To create modern, affordable municipal housing for internally displaced persons in Khmelnytskyi.

Khmelnytskyi received an EU grant of €8.4 million for the construction of housing for IDPs. The project includes three energy-efficient buildings with one-, two-, and three-room apartments, totaling over 1,000 m². The project will provide safe and comfortable housing for displaced families. Construction work is currently ongoing.

Landfill Reclamation and Construction of Two New Waste Disposal Cells

Donor: EU Neighbourhood Investment Platform
Objective: The project aims to reclaim the landfill, minimize its environmental impact, and create a clean and safe living space for the community.
Khmelnytskyi is implementing a three-year landfill reclamation project valued at €12.5 million (€5.5 million EU grant, €7 million EBRD loan).The 9-hectare landfill, operational since 1956, contains approximately 5 million tons of waste.The project includes covering the landfill with a protective membrane, constructing two new sanitary cells, and the phased reclamation of old sections.

Waste Recycling Plant

The construction of a waste recycling plant in Khmelnytskyi is estimated at €23 million and is part of a waste management program totaling €36.5 million.
Financing: EBRD loan – €28.5 million, EU grant – €5 million, local co-financing.
Objective: To reduce landfill volumes, implement modern recycling technologies, and align the system with EU environmental standards.
A tender is currently underway to select a contractor for construction.

Sports Palace

The construction of the Sports Palace is funded by a state subsidy and the Khmelnytskyi City Council.
Objective: To create facilities for athlete training, competitions, mass sports development, and recreational activities for residents. The venue will also serve as a cultural platform for events and leisure.
Construction began in 2019, and by 2021, the project was 90% complete. However, work has been suspended due to the war.

Cogeneration Plants

Partners / Participants / Donors: USAID, German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Objective: To reduce electricity costs and increase the energy efficiency of boiler plants through self-generated electricity, ensure autonomous operation during power outages, and utilize heat from generator engines for the city’s heating networks.
Khmelnytskyi is recognized as a leader in cogeneration implementation in Ukraine. Since 2003, when the first 500 kW unit was installed, the city’s network has expanded to 25 cogeneration units with a total electrical capacity of 13.11 MW and thermal capacity of 16.553 MW/h.

Modernization of industry and support for entrepreneurship
Promotion of agricultural sector development
Stimulation of investment and international cooperation
Development of the consumer market and service sector
Expansion of employment opportunities and professional adaptation for the population

The Khmelnytskyi Community invites international partners to cooperate for development and European integration

OLEKSANDR SYMCHYSHYN

Mayor of Khmelnytskyi

Address: 3 Heroiv Mariupolya Street, Khmelnytskyi, 29005, UkraineKhmelnytskyi City Council Contacts: Phone: +380 (382) 76-50-05, 76-50-86 Fax: +380 (382) 76-45-02E-mail: au.vog.mhk%40adar
Investment Policy and International Cooperation Department Contacts:Phone: +38 (0382) 76-21-12E-mail: moc.liamg%40mhk.sriaffa.tni