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Danish aerospace manufacturer opens office in Ukraine

Henriette Tøgsø, CEO of Danish company Terma A/S, announced the opening of a representative office in Ukraine at a meeting at the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.

According to the press service of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry, Deputy Minister of Defense for Aviation Development Oleksandr Kozenko held a meeting with a delegation from the Danish company TERMA A/S, led by its CEO. The talks focused on strengthening the aviation capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

During the talks, the parties focused on key areas of cooperation, in particular: the experience and prospects of integrating Terma A/S equipment into the existing fleet of the Ukrainian Air Force, improving aviation systems and means of detection, warning, and counteraction using solutions from the Danish company.

During the discussion, the Deputy Minister also invited Terma A/S management to consider participating in promising projects in the domestic military and civil aircraft industry.
In turn, Tyugesen informed the Ukrainian side about the opening of the company’s representative office in Ukraine, which demonstrated Terma A/S’s serious intentions to develop its business in the country.

Terma A/S is Denmark’s largest manufacturer of defense and aerospace products, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. The company offers radar systems, avionics, and space electronics. Terma’s headquarters are located in Lystrup, Denmark.

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Czech arms manufacturer opens office in Ukraine

Czech arms manufacturer Excalibur Army has opened an office in Ukraine, according to the company’s press service.

“This step is aimed at strengthening local cooperation, optimizing logistics, and launching joint defense production on Ukrainian soil,” the statement said.
The company noted that as a member of the Czech-Slovak Group (CSG), Excalibur Army has played a decisive role in supplying weapons and military equipment to Ukraine since the first days of the conflict with the Russian Federation.

“We have delivered more than a thousand ground systems to Ukraine, including tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, artillery systems, and missile launchers, as well as more than two million large-caliber ammunition rounds. With the new office, our company aims to expand its presence and intensify cooperation with Ukrainian defense and industrial partners. Thanks to our cooperation with Ukrainian Armored Vehicles, we have already prepared a project for the local production of large-caliber ammunition,” the company said.

The Ukrainian office will handle orders, documentation, and technical consultations, which will significantly speed up response times and increase operational flexibility.

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Overview of office real estate in Riga by Relocation

In 2024, the office real estate market in Riga demonstrates stability, supported by economic growth and increased business activity. Despite the moderate pace of construction of new business centers, the demand for modern office space remains high, especially in the city’s central districts and business zones.

Rental prices in different districts of Riga

  • Thecenter of Riga ( Old Town, Kr. Barona Street, Brivibas Street):
  • The most prestigious business centers and historic buildings converted for office use are located here. The average rental price varies from €12 to €20 per m² per month, and in the top premium locations – up to €25 per m².
  • Skanste (modern business district):
  • A rapidly developing business area with modern office buildings and convenient infrastructure. Average rental rates are €10-18 per m², and in new Class A properties they can reach €22 per m².
  • Purvciems, Teiki, Imanta (residential areas):
  • These districts offer more affordable options for small and medium-sized businesses. Office rental prices here range from €7-12 per m², making them attractive for startups and small companies.

Trends and forecast until the end of 2025

  • Growing demand for flexible office space
  • Coworking and short-term office space continues to gain popularity, especially among IT companies and freelancers.
  • Limited new construction
  • The pace of commissioning of new business centers remains restrained, which supports the level of prices, especially in the central areas.
  • Stability of rental rates
  • Office rents in Riga are expected to remain stable until the end of 2025, with possible minor adjustments depending on the economic situation and demand in key business zones.

Thus, the office real estate market in Riga continues to develop, remaining attractive to occupiers, especially in modern business centers and flexible office spaces.

Source: http://relocation.com.ua/ohliad-ofisnoi-nerukhomosti-ryhy-vid-relocation/

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Join UP! opens company in Czech Republic and launches office in Prague

Join UP!, one of the leaders of the Ukrainian travel market, is opening a company in the Czech Republic, with an office in Prague, the company’s press service toldInterfax-Ukraine.

“Entering the Czech market is an important stage in the brand’s development. Although this is the ninth country where we have started working since the creation of Join UP! tour operator in 2010 in Ukraine, this story is not only about growth for us. Scaling the Join UP! travel experience to other markets also reflects our commitment to transforming the travel industry and encouraging people to travel, because we sincerely believe that travel is not just entertainment, but also a way to take care of yourself and your loved ones, to live every day of your life to the fullest, despite all the challenges of recent years,” comments Alina Alba, co-founder of Join UP! Alina Alba, co-founder of Join UP!

It is reported that the new tour operator will soon present a summer selection of its top destinations to the Czech market. Among them are direct flights from Prague to Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt, as well as to the Mediterranean resorts of Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus. It is also noted that from Katowice, Poland, the tour operator offers flights to Egypt, the Dominican Republic, Greece, Turkey, Tunisia, Bulgaria, Spain, Montenegro, and Cyprus. Such a flight program opens up additional opportunities for our compatriots to spend their holidays in the Czech Republic. In particular, from Ostrava, where there are many Ukrainians, it is an hour’s drive to Katowice, Poland, which is almost four times closer than Prague.

The Join UP! brand is developing on the principle of localism by combining a global strategy with the local cultural context. The brand’s international expansion already covers 8 markets: the Baltic States, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Poland, Romania, and the Czech Republic. Preparations for the launch in Slovakia and Hungary are nearing completion.

Also in Poland, in Katowice, in 2024, the brand opened the first franchise agency on the international market.

Join UP! LLC was established in 2013, with an authorized capital of UAH 72 million 671 thousand. The ultimate beneficiaries are Yuriy and Oleksandr Alba. In 2023, revenue increased to UAH 16 million 639 thousand, which is 2.3 times higher than in 2022.

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Nova Poshta opens 31st post office in Moldova

Nova Poshta, the leader in express delivery in Ukraine, has opened a new post office in Balti, Moldova, bringing its total number of post offices in the country to 31.

“We have opened a new post office in the Moldovan city of Balti. Branch No. 4 at 8/4 Stefan cel Mare Street became the 31st Nova Poshta branch in the country. In the branch, you can send and receive parcels up to 30 kg,” the company said in a telegram.

“Nova Poshta has been operating in Moldova since 2014. At the very beginning, the company opened three branches in the country: in Chisinau, Cahul and Balti. In 10 years, Nova Poshta has increased their number to 30, opening three sorting terminals.

In the first half of 2024, Nova Post Moldova delivered 1.1 million parcels. In 2023, the company delivered 1.2 million parcels. Nova Post Moldova is among the three fastest delivery companies in Moldova.

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Japanese foreign trade organization JETRO opened office in Kiev

“In connection with the opening of the office, we also created a Ukrainian business department at JETRO headquarters, which decided to invite a business support team between Ukraine and Japan. We came with 10 major Japanese companies and startups equipped with advanced technology and a strong commitment to support Ukraine’s reconstruction,” Jetro head Norihiko Ishigura said at the office opening in Kiev on Thursday.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denis Shmygal also attended the ceremony.
Among the companies that have decided to interact with Ukrainian business are Itochu Corporation (represents investment products, but in Ukraine is interested in engineering projects, food/chemicals/metals trade and automotive business), Taichi holding Limited (develops air conditioning systems, sells construction equipment), Nippon express holding Inc (freight forwarder), Green (develops “clean” solutions for agribusiness), NTC International Co (consulting firm in the field of agriculture), Spec Company Limited (develops soil reinforcing agents), and NTC International Co (agricultural consulting firm).
According to him, JETRO will continue to bring Japanese business initiatives to Ukraine and create as many opportunities as possible for companies from both countries.
He also hopes that Ukraine and Japanese companies will take advantage of these opportunities and develop business relations.
The members of the JETRO Kyiv office are Shibata Tetsuo – he has been appointed CEO of JETRO Kyiv, Sagakuchi Ryohai – coordinator of Jetro in Ukraine, Yoden Tomohiro – deputy CEO, and Diana Nazarova – JETRO Ukraine project coordinator.
“I look forward to building strong ties with Ukrainian communities as a true friend. Dear Kiev, I love you,” Tomohiro stated.
In turn, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yulia Sviridenko said that the opening of JETRO office in Kiev marks the beginning of strategic partnership between Japan and Ukraine.
JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) – Japan External Trade Organization Office, an independent administrative body under the auspices of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan, established to promote trade and economic cooperation with other countries of the world.

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