The Zaporizhzhia Metallurgical Plant “Zaporizhstal” reduced its rolled steel shipments by 6.3% in January–June of this year compared to the same period last year—to 1,272,200 metric tons from 1,317,500 metric tons.
According to the company’s press release, steel production for the first six months of the year totaled 1,442.9 thousand metric tons (compared to 1,564.1 thousand metric tons in January–June 2025), while pig iron production totaled 1,556.2 thousand metric tons (compared to 1,719.4 thousand metric tons).
In June, Zaporizhstal produced 301.2 thousand metric tons of pig iron and 284.9 thousand metric tons of steel, and shipped 243.7 thousand metric tons of rolled steel, whereas in the previous month it produced 242.1 thousand metric tons of pig iron, 243.4 thousand metric tons of steel, and shipped 208.9 thousand metric tons of rolled steel.
As reported, in 2025, Zaporizhstal increased its rolled steel output by 15.2% compared to the previous year—to 2,794.6 thousand metric tons from 2,426.7 thousand metric tons. Steel production amounted to 3,212,200 metric tons (compared to 2,890,800 metric tons in 2024), and pig iron production to 3,567,800 metric tons (compared to 3,106,300 metric tons).
In 2024, Zaporizhstal increased its rolled steel output by 18.1% compared to 2023—to 2,426,700 metric tons from 2,054,700 metric tons—and its steel output by 17.2%, to 2,890.8 thousand metric tons, and pig iron by 14.2%, to 3,106.3 thousand metric tons.
“Zaporizhstal” is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
The Zaporizhzhia Metallurgical Plant “Zaporizhstal” is carrying out systematic work to maintain and modernize its crane system and lifting equipment
According to the company’s press release, the reliable operation of this equipment is a key component of ensuring the continuity of production processes, employee safety, and the creation of comfortable working conditions.
It is noted that the plant operates 230 lifting mechanisms and 447 cranes. All equipment undergoes regular maintenance, repairs, and modernization with the implementation of modern solutions in the field of occupational health and safety.
“Today, the company is carrying out comprehensive work to maintain the crane fleet in good working order—from regular technical audits and timely detection of malfunctions to staff training and the implementation of modern safety standards. This approach ensures uninterrupted production operations and creates safer working conditions for our employees,” noted Kirill Gavrilyuk, Director of Occupational Health and Industrial Safety at Zaporizhstal.
It is also reported that in 2025, the company carried out a series of major overhauls of crane equipment with a total cost of over 13.6 million UAH. In particular, a major overhaul of the ore-handling gantry crane was carried out in the blast furnace shop. As part of the work, the crane and trolley travel mechanisms, as well as the grab lifting and closing mechanisms, were updated; the trolley rails were replaced; and the steel structures, electrical equipment, and safety devices were repaired.
In the slab mill section of the hot rolling shop, major repairs were performed on two grab cranes. The work involved repairing the main steel structures, the main hoisting mechanisms, control systems, electric motors, and electrical equipment.
In addition, the company allocated approximately UAH 170 million to maintain the equipment in good working order and perform routine repairs on the crane equipment.
In 2026, Zaporizhstal continues the systematic modernization of its crane fleet. Since the beginning of the year, 14 new industrial air conditioners have been installed on overhead and crane systems in the hot rolling shop, cold rolling shop, blast furnace shop, and open-hearth shop. To improve working conditions for crane operators, the company also purchased and installed modern anti-vibration seats, which help reduce the impact of vibration and prevent the development of occupational diseases.
In total, nearly 90 million UAH is allocated for maintenance and repairs of crane facilities in 2026.
Among the largest projects of the year is the overhaul of one of the gantry cranes in the hot rolling shop, with an investment of over 7 million UAH. The project involves a comprehensive upgrade of mechanical and electrical equipment, modernization of control systems, replacement of cables and wiring, and the completion of a full range of commissioning works.
In all structural units of the plant, material-handling cranes are equipped with audible alarms to warn employees of moving machinery. In the hot rolling shop, four cranes have additionally been fitted with a visual lighting system for the areas where loading and unloading operations take place. In the railway transport department, two cranes are equipped with an automated signaling system that prevents the mechanisms from starting without a warning signal. The combination of audible signals and visual indicators helps employees better navigate the crane operating area and significantly reduces production risks during loading and unloading operations.
Zaporizhstal is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
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The Zaporizhzhia Metallurgical Plant “Zaporizhstal” reduced rolled steel shipments by 6.3% in January-May of this year compared to the same period last year—to 1.0285 million tons from 1.0973 million tons.
According to the company’s press release on Monday, steel production for the first five months of the year amounted to 1,158,100 tons (1,296,800 tons in January–May 2025), and pig iron production to 1,255,000 tons (1,426,900 tons) .
In May, Zaporizhstal produced 242,100 tons of pig iron and 243,400 tons of steel, and shipped 208,900 tons of rolled steel, whereas the previous month it produced 193,500 tons of pig iron, 156,600 tons of steel, and shipped 159,100 tons of rolled steel.
Other reports indicate that the company has a “Bring a Friend” program, which not only helps acquaintances find stable employment but also strengthens the team with reliable people and provides additional monetary rewards. Since the beginning of the year, 323 new employees have joined the plant’s workforce thanks to employee referrals. A total of 265 Zaporizhstal employees have participated in the program. The total budget for payments since the start of the year has already exceeded 4.7 million UAH.
As reported, in 2025, Zaporizhstal increased its rolled steel output by 15.2% compared to the previous year—to 2,794,600 tons from 2,426,700 tons. Steel production amounted to 3,212,200 tons (in 2024 – 2,890,800 tons), and pig iron production – 3,567,800 tons (3,106,300 tons).
In 2024, Zaporizhstal increased rolled steel output by 18.1% compared to 2023—to 2,426,700 tons from 2,054,700 tons—and steel output by 17.2%, to 2,890,800 tons, and pig iron by 14.2%, to 3,106,300 tons.
Zaporizhstal is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
The Zaporizhzhia Metallurgical Plant “Zaporizhstal” increased its rolled steel shipments by 5.3% in January–April of this year compared to the same period last year—to 819,600 tons from 865,700 tons.
According to the company’s press release, steel production for the first four months amounted to 914,700 tons (1,018,900 tons in January–April 2025), and pig iron production to 1,012,900 tons (1,132,400 tons).
In April, Zaporizhstal produced 193,500 tons of pig iron and 156,600 tons of steel, and shipped 159,100 tons of rolled steel, whereas in the previous month it produced 316,400 tons of pig iron, 298,200 tons of steel, and shipped 254,600 tons of rolled steel.
It is explained that the decline in production figures is due to an unscheduled shutdown of the company’s production facilities caused by the Russian army’s attack on the region’s infrastructure. During the forced downtime, a series of repairs and maintenance were carried out on production units and treatment facilities to improve their operational reliability in the future.
Another press release reports that Metinvest’s Zaporizhzhia-based enterprises—Zaporizhstal, Zaporizhkox, Zaporizhrefact, and Metinvest Machinery—paid over UAH 778 million in taxes and fees to budgets at all levels in the first quarter of 2026, increasing payments by 10% compared to the same period in 2025. The largest share of payments traditionally came from the unified social contribution, personal income tax, environmental tax, and military levy.
In addition, it is emphasized that Metinvest’s enterprises consistently remain leaders in terms of taxes paid in Zaporizhzhia. UAH 250 million was allocated to local budgets in the first quarter of this year, which is 7% more than last year. Amid a full-scale war, the group in Zaporizhzhia continues to systematically support the country’s and local communities’ economies. Guided by the principles of social partnership for the sustainable development of the regions where it operates, the Company, together with its enterprises and in dialogue with the community, implements educational projects and veteran programs, and participates in the restoration of infrastructure damaged by shelling.
“Since the start of the full-scale war, Zaporizhstal and other Metinvest enterprises in Zaporizhzhia have contributed over UAH 14 billion to Ukraine’s economy,” noted Taras Shevchenko, acting CEO of the steel plant.
In total, including associated companies and joint ventures, the group paid 4.3 billion UAH in taxes and fees to Ukrainian budgets at all levels in January–March 2026. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, including the results of the first quarter of 2026, the company’s total contribution to the country’s economy amounts to approximately 78 billion UAH.
As reported, in 2025, Zaporizhstal increased its rolled steel output by 15.2% compared to the previous year—to 2,794,600 tons from 2,426,700 tons. Steel production amounted to 3,212,200 tons (in 2024 – 2,890,800 tons), and pig iron production – 3,567,800 tons (3,106,300 tons).
In 2024, Zaporizhstal increased rolled steel output by 18.1% compared to 2023—to 2,426,700 tons from 2,054,700 tons—and steel output by 17.2%, to 2,890,800 tons, and pig iron by 14.2%, to 3,106,300 tons.
Zaporizhstal is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
In January–March of this year, PJSC Zaporizhstal increased its net loss by 2.1 times compared to the same period last year—to UAH 1.373955 billion from UAH 660.923 million.
According to the company’s interim report in the NSSMC’s disclosure system, its revenue from ordinary activities for this period increased by 13.2%—to UAH 19.667141 billion from UAH 17.376525 billion. Retained earnings as of the end of March amounted to 29.917367 billion UAH.
At the same time, Zaporizhstal’s consolidated loss in the first quarter of 2025 amounted to 1.446646 billion UAH, and in the first quarter of 2024—566.486 million UAH. Revenue remained unchanged—the same as in the unconsolidated report.
According to the company’s annual report, Zaporizhstal doubled its net profit in 2025 compared to the previous year—to 1.764886 billion UAH from 880.562 million UAH, revenue from ordinary activities for this period increased by 2.4%—to 72,141.56 million UAH from 70,307.933 million UAH.
Retained earnings as of the end of 2025 amounted to 30,882.574 million UAH.
At the same time, Zaporizhstal’s consolidated profit in 2025 amounted to UAH 1.328605 billion, and in 2024 – UAH 1.593521 billion. Revenue remained unchanged – the same as in the unconsolidated report.
As reported, Zaporizhstal reduced its net profit by 3.1% in the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024—to 1.547508 billion UAH from 1.597318 billion UAH, its net revenue for this period increased by 0.9%—to UAH 53.583352 billion from UAH 53.131601 billion.
In 2024, Zaporizhstal reported a net profit of 1.593521 billion UAH, compared to a net loss of 3.899537 billion UAH the previous year. At the same time, revenue in 2024 amounted to UAH 70.307933 billion, compared to UAH 56.428254 billion in 2023. The group’s total workforce as of early 2025 stood at 9,328 employees.
Zaporizhstal ended 2022 with a net loss of 4 billion 864 million 684,828 thousand UAH, whereas in 2021 it reported a net profit of 16 billion 809 million 158,412 thousand UAH.
In 2025, Zaporizhstal increased its rolled steel output by 15.2% compared to the previous year—to 2,794,600 tons from 2,426,700 tons. Steel production amounted to 3,212,200 tons (in 2024 – 2,890,800 tons), and pig iron production – 3,567,800 tons (3,106,300 tons).
Zaporizhstal is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
Since the beginning of this year, the Zaporizhzhia Metallurgical Plant “Zaporizhstal” has shipped 28,000 tons of rolled steel to Metinvest’s pipe plant in Romania—Metinvest Tubular Iași—which joined the group at the end of 2025.
According to information released by the company on Thursday, April marks four months since Metinvest Tubular IAȘI became part of the group. During this time, the plant has been successfully integrating into the company’s production and management processes, increasing volumes and strengthening cooperation with other assets.
It is noted that Zaporizhstal plays a key role in this process: today, the plant fully meets the Romanian facility’s demand for hot-rolled coils.
“Since the beginning of 2026, Zaporizhstal’s steelmakers have already shipped over 28,000 tons of structural steel products to Iași. These products serve as the basis for the manufacture of round, profile, and rectangular welded pipes that meet European standards and are used in construction, energy, and geothermal engineering,” the press release states.
It is further noted that the synergy among Metinvest Group companies allows not only to strengthen positions in the European market but also to ensure stable utilization of Ukrainian production capacities.
“Zaporizhstal” is one of Ukraine’s largest industrial enterprises, whose products are in high demand among consumers both in the domestic market and in many countries around the world.
Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of the Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are PJSC System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%). Metinvest Holding LLC is the management company of the Metinvest Group.
