In the period from September 25 to September 27, at the checkpoint “Mohyliv-Podilskyi – Otacs”, there may be traffic restrictions due to the installation of weighing complexes, namely
– 25.09 – in the direction of “entry to Ukraine”;
– 26-27.09 – in the direction of “exit from Ukraine”.
During the repair works, the traffic of commercial vehicles may be limited to one lane.
According to Worldsteel, August saw an increase in steel production compared to August 2023 in most of the top ten countries, except for China, Japan, Russia and South Korea.
The top ten steel producing countries in August are as follows: China (77.920 million tons, down 10.4% by August 2023), India (12.285 million tons, up 2.6%), the United States (7.048 million tons, up 0.7%), Japan (6.870 million tons, down 3.9%), and the Russian Federation (5.8 million tons, down 11.5%), South Korea (5.465 million tons, down 2.2%), Turkey (3.146 million tons, up 13.8%), Brazil (2.963 million tons, up 7.3%), Germany (2.874 million tons, up 0.5%) and Vietnam (1.793 million tons, up 1.5%).
In August, Ukraine increased steel production by 15% compared to August 2023, retaining its 20th place in the Worldsteel ranking.
In total, in August 2024, steel production decreased by 6.5% compared to the same period in 2023 to 144.834 million tons.
In January-August 2014, the top ten steel-producing countries were as follows: China (691.410 million tons, down 3.3% compared to January-August 2023), India (98.522 million tons, up 6.5%), Japan (56.665 million tons, down 2.9%), the United States (53.785 million tons, down 1.7%), the Russian Federation (48.469 million tons, minus 4.9%), South Korea (42.509 million tons, down 5.5%), Germany (25.378 million tons, up 4%). million tons, up 4%), Turkey (24.816 million tons, up 14.8%), Brazil (22.363 million tons, up 3.8%) and Iran (19.784 million tons, up 1.9%).
After the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the NIKO group of companies, which has been successfully operating in Ukraine and the EU for over 30 years, expanded its activities. NIKO SpetsAvto LLC has launched a new business line – certified production of armored specialized military pickup trucks.
The new pickup truck, called NIKO, is designed as a universal vehicle platform based on the Isuzu D-Max and is equipped with armored protection.
Denis Fomenko, CEO of NIKO SpetsAvto, said: “Outwardly, our pickup truck looks no different from an ordinary car, but each copy is the result of a symbiosis of advanced armor technology, perfect design and high quality. Every detail is created with maximum attention to safety and technological progress. Despite the increased weight, the car has retained its maneuverability and safety.”
Denis Fomenko also added that the company plans to produce about 30 such pickups by the end of 2024 to meet the needs of individual structures performing specialized tasks.
According to the company, the carrying capacity of the NIKO pickup truck is 1100 kg, which is 35% higher than the carrying capacity of analogues in the same class and price range, such as Toyota Hilux and SsangYong Musso. This allows the vehicle to be used as efficiently as possible for cargo transportation and other specialized tasks.
The vehicle is also equipped with a 7620 kg (16,800 LBS) winch for off-road lifting and towing, which makes it indispensable for search and rescue operations and expeditions.
The technical characteristics, maneuverability, off-road capabilities, the ability to install additional equipment, as well as the cost make the NIKO pickup truck ideal for tasks of any complexity.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Yevhen Perebyinis received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to Ukraine Inga Stanitė-Tolocienė.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, the deputy minister positively noted the level of bilateral political dialogue between the two countries, particularly in the context of recent visits by the President and First Lady of Lithuania, as well as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Perebyinis expressed his sincere gratitude for Lithuania’s firm support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as military, humanitarian and financial assistance.
“The interlocutors separately discussed further practical steps to implement the Peace Formula of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and support for Ukraine on its path to full membership in the EU and NATO,” the statement said.
In turn, Ambassador Stanitė-Tolokienė assured of Lithuania’s continued support for Ukraine and emphasized the Lithuanian government’s readiness to further strengthen military, economic and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.
https://interfax.com.ua/news/diplomats.html
On September 19, Fenix restaurant celebrated its 4th anniversary. It’s not just a place for meetings and gastronomic delights – Fenix has become a symbol of the intertwining of cultures, art and traditions, which unites exquisite Pan-Asian and Mediterranean cuisine under one roof. In four years, the restaurant has gained recognition both in Ukraine and internationally. But our greatest pride is the trust and love of our guests.
The concept is based on a deep immersion in the culinary traditions of Asia and Europe. The interior of the restaurant is decorated with unique art objects brought back from travels: paintings with geishas, Murano glass elements, Chinese craftsmen’s products – all this gives the space a unique character, in which the past and the present are intertwined.
The gala evening took place in Fenix Mediterranean and Fenix Asia: each part of the restaurant gave guests a unique experience.
In the Mediterranean part, guests enjoyed a real royal evening: an enchanting program with a costume show “God Save the Queen”, a performance by the Black Tie string quartet, charismatic host Roman Dribnyi, and DJ Vitalitis.
In the Asian part, guests enjoyed festive sets from NASTY SV and NATURA with bandura, and the real sensation was the exciting Python Show.
This evening was the perfect combination of gourmet cuisine, art performances and warm meetings.
Guests received gifts from COCO and Diesel partners, as well as pleasant surprises from Fenix.
The Fenix team would like to thank everyone who shared this special evening with us! We are proud of how our restaurant has transformed over the past 4 years and strive to continue to inspire you to new achievements and be a place of your mental recovery and a source of new ideas. Fenix is a restaurant with a unique concept that creates a new restaurant history in Ukraine.
The Netherlands has announced a new support package for Ukraine in the amount of EUR209.5 million aimed at restoring critical infrastructure, Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Veldkamp said.
“The Netherlands has announced a new support package of EUR209.5 million aimed at restoring critical infrastructure, including through the EBRD, and providing humanitarian assistance. We are contributing EUR45 million to the Energy Support Fund for Ukraine and financing the supply of necessary equipment,” the minister wrote on social network X following the G7+ ministerial meeting in New York.
Veldkamp also said that Ukrainians are preparing for one of the harshest winters, and “Ukraine needs energy to survive.”
“At today’s meeting with G7 foreign ministers and partners, including (Ukrainian Foreign Minister) Andriy Sybiga, I emphasized that we must join forces to ensure this,” the minister said.
