Kryvyi Rih Agglomeration

PROJECTS PRIORITIES of International Cooperation
Geographical features
Investment attractiveness
DENOGRAPHY Implementation of Strategic Projects
DIRECTIONS OF DEVELOPMENT OF THE LOCAL ECONOMY CONTACTS

Energy Resilience and Territorial Development

Deployment of renewable energy facilities, energy storage systems and grid infrastructure.

Territorial Development

● Establishment of Renewables Acceleration Areas on degraded, reclaimed and low-productivity land.● Development of a GIS platform providing data on land plots, utility networks, restrictions and investment potential.

Reliable Water Supply

Modernisation of water supply systems and pumping equipment, improving the reliability of water sources, reducing water losses and introducing digital monitoring of utility networks.

Modern Waste Management System

Introduction of mobile and modular facilities for municipal solid waste treatment and recycling. Establishment of intermunicipal clusters for shared infrastructure use, increased recycling capacity and reduced landfill disposal.

Sustainable Mobility and Safety

Development of safe, energy-efficient and digitally managed urban infrastructure to improve mobility, reduce energy consumption and ensure the uninterrupted operation of key public facilities.

Kryvyi Rih Urban Territorial Community

Apostolove Urban Territorial Community

Zelenodolsk Urban Territorial Community

Sofiivka Settlement Territorial Community

Shyroke Settlement Territorial Community

Vakulove Rural Territorial Community

Hleiuvatka Rural Territorial Community

Hrechanopodivka RuralTerritorial Community

Hrushivka Rural Territorial Community

Devladove Rural Territorial Community

Karpivka Rural Territorial Community

Lozuvatka Rural Territorial Community

Nyvotrudivka Rural Territorial Community

Novopillia Rural Territorial Community

Total area - 5 457,6 haDnipropetrovsk Region

Location: South-western part of Dnipropetrovsk Region, central Ukraine.

Centre: Kryvyi Rih — the industrial, educational and service hub of the agglomeration.

Economic Potential: Industrial and raw material resources of Kryvbas, agricultural land and investment sites.

Water Resources: Inhulets and Saksahan rivers.

Road Connections: Interregional highways H-11 and H-23.

Railway Infrastructure: Kryvyi Rih-Holovnyi, Rokuvata and Apostolove railway stations, as well as the freight railway network.

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

The main objective is to present the Kryvyi Rih Agglomeration as a unified hub for investment, recovery and economic transformation, turning international contacts into concrete joint projects.

Presentation of Investment PotentialCombining the industrial, land, production, scientific, educational and labour resources of the communities to support business development, establish new production facilities and create jobs.

Attracting International PartnersEstablishing contacts with financial institutions, donors, investors, equipment manufacturers and technology companies.

Preparation of Investment ProjectsSecuring support for technical studies, feasibility studies, project documentation and financial models.

Development of European CooperationBuilding partnerships with European cities, agglomerations, educational institutions and research organisations.

Industrial Potential
Well-developed production facilities and engineering expertise
Human Capital
A shared labour market, educational and research institutions.
Resource Base
Land, agricultural and production resources of the communities
Business Cooperation
Collaboration between industrial enterprises, SMEs and agricultural producers
International Experience
Implementation of infrastructure projects with international support and government co-financing

Manufacturing and Processing Industry

Production of Materials for Reconstruction

CircularEconomy

RenewableEnergy

AgriculturalProcessing

Manufacturing and Logistics Services

Large-Scale Projects

Pooling community resources to develop large-scale investment proposals.

Partnership and Development

Cooperation with international investors and technology partners to implement new projects.

Shared Infrastructure

Coordinated location of production facilities and infrastructure development in line with community needs.

Industrial Cooperation

Combining the industrial, agricultural and human resources of communities to support business development.

Restoration of Water Supply

Project Name: “Strengthening Kryvyi Rih’s Water Supply: Water Pipeline from the Karachunivske Reservoir via the Western Pumping Station to the First Junction.”

Partners: Government of France, Executive Committee of Kryvyi Rih City Council, Kryvbasvodokanal Municipal Enterprise, Saint-Gobain PAM Canalisation, Egis Ukraine, Watzenrode.

Objective: To ensure reliable water supply and strengthen the resilience of critical infrastructure following the destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant.

Result: Approximately €15 million in French funding has been secured, and a partnership has been established for the design and construction of the water pipeline. The project is currently being implemented.

Comprehensive Recovery of Kryvyi Rih District

Project Name: KRYTSIA: Supporting the Recovery of Kryvyi Rih District

Partners / Participants / Donors: Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, LuxDev, PROMAN, local authorities of Kryvyi Rih and the communities of Kryvyi Rih District.

Objective: Comprehensive recovery of the district through support for education, vocational training, entrepreneurship, employment, energy resilience and vulnerable population groups.

Activities Implemented: Educational institutions have been provided with equipment, shelters have been renovated, autonomous energy systems have been installed, and financial support for entrepreneurs has been introduced. Educational, social and economic initiatives continue to be implemented across the district's communities.

Energy Resilience of Social Infrastructure

Project Name: Installation of Hybrid Solar Power Plants at Social and Municipal Infrastructure Facilities in Kryvyi Rih under the KRYTSIA Project

Partners / Participants / Donors: Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, LuxDev, PROMAN, Executive Committee of Kryvyi Rih City Council.

Objective: To increase the energy autonomy of educational, healthcare, cultural and social welfare institutions and reduce their vulnerability to power supply disruptions.

Achievements: In 2025, 54 hybrid solar power plants with battery storage systems were installed at social and administrative facilities. The total designed capacity is 1.25 MW. Thanks to cost savings, an additional solar power plant was provided to Kryvbasvodokanal Municipal Enterprise.

Industrial Development and Investment Attraction

Project Name: Establishment and Development of the KRYVBAS Industrial Park

Partners / Participants / Donors: Executive Committee of Kryvyi Rih City Council, Kryvyi Rih City Development Institute Municipal Enterprise (management company), the Ukrainian Government through the Industrial Parks Support Programme, and private investors.

Objective: To develop infrastructure for new production facilities, attract private investment, diversify the economy and create jobs.

Achievements: The industrial park has been registered, a management company has been appointed, and state and local co-financing has been secured. Construction of external utility networks is ongoing. Memoranda of understanding have been signed for the establishment of production facilities, and efforts to attract additional participants are underway.

Support for Entrepreneurship in the District’s Communities

Project Name: Support and Recovery of Kryvyi Rih District: Small Business Grants

Partners / Participants / Donors: Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, LuxDev, PROMAN, National Development Institution (formerly the Entrepreneurship Development Fund), Oschadbank, PrivatBank.

Objective: To restore and develop micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, modernise production facilities, preserve existing jobs and create new employment opportunities.

Achievements: During the first phase, 200 enterprises received financial support totalling €2.7 million, contributing to the creation and preservation of over 260 jobs. The second phase of the programme was launched in July 2026.

Social Housing for Internally Displaced Persons

Project Name: Provision of Social Housing for Internally Displaced Persons in Kryvyi Rih under the “Promotion of Social Infrastructure Development. USIF IX” Project

Partners / Participants / Donors: Government of Germany through KfW Development Bank, Ukrainian Social Investment Fund (USIF), Executive Committee of Kryvyi Rih City Council.

Objective: To provide housing for internally displaced persons through the reconstruction of existing buildings and the use of unfinished construction projects.

Achievements: As of the end of Q2 2026, reconstruction works were underway at a former preventive healthcare facility on Kropyvnytskoho Street. A construction contract has been signed for the development of a residential building with a healthcare facility on Oleha Antonova Street.

Safe In-Person Education

Project Name: Modernisation and Expansion of Shelters in Educational Institutions in Kryvyi Rih under the KRYTSIA Project

Partners / Participants / Donors: Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, LuxDev, PROMAN, Kryvyi Rih City Council.

Objective: To create safe conditions for children's in-person education, increase shelter capacity and ensure continuity of the educational process.

Achievements: Shelters have undergone major renovations, expansion and upgrades. In particular, the shelter at Gymnasium No. 45 has been renovated to accommodate 650 students and teachers, while the shelter capacity at Kindergarten No. 290 has been increased from 49 to 330 places.

Industrial Modernisation and New Production Facilities

Technological modernisation of enterprises, development of the manufacturing and processing industry, industrial parks and high-value-added production facilities.

Circular Economy and New Materials

Recycling of industrial waste, reuse of resources and production of materials for construction and infrastructure reconstruction.

Energy Technologies and Energy Efficiency

Development of renewable and distributed power generation, energy storage systems, and energy efficiency upgrades for enterprises and infrastructure.

Agro-Industrial Cooperation and Processing

Development of agricultural processing, storage, logistics and product distribution, strengthening cooperation between agricultural producers and processing enterprises.

Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Supporting local businesses through training, consultancy, business incubation, partnership networks and integration into the supply chains of large enterprises.

Innovation, Digitalisation and Workforce Development

Training of technical specialists, cooperation between businesses and educational and research institutions, digitalisation of production processes and the application of AI for infrastructure management and development planning.

The Kryvyi Rih Agglomeration Invites International Partners to Cooperate for Development and European Integration

Yevhen UDOD

First Deputy Mayor of Kryvyi Rih

Phone: +38 095 545 56 05Email: moc.liamg%40nehveydodu