Introduction: War Sparks a New Space Race in Ukraine Russia’s full-scale invasion has dramatically accelerated Ukraine’s drive into the satellite age. Once a quiet player in space, Ukraine in 2024-2025 is treating satellites as strategic necessities rather than luxuries mod.gov.ua. Under the pressures of war, the country has launched ambitious new programs, forged international partnerships,…
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Mobile & Broadband Services: 5G Takes Off and Connectivity Expands Ukraine’s mobile market is charging ahead with next-gen technology even as war rages. In late 2024, Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced a 5G pilot project in three cities as a “key step towards the full launch of 5G in Ukraine” by 2030 kyivindependent.com. The…
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Introduction: The real estate market in Lviv, Ukraine has undergone a remarkable transformation by 2025, buoyed by wartime migration and economic shifts. Located in western Ukraine, Lviv has emerged as a safe-haven market amid Russia’s invasion, attracting internally displaced people (IDPs), relocating businesses, and investors. Demand has surged across all property types – from housing…
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Overview: A Resilient Market Amid Conflict Despite the ongoing war and economic turbulence, Ukraine’s real estate market in 2025 shows remarkable resilience and adaptation. Home prices are actually rising in many areas – especially the safer western regions – even as conflict pressures others. According to official data, new-build housing prices jumped 15.7% year-on-year in…
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Introduction Ukraine’s public procurement system (Prozorro) has facilitated numerous tenders related to satellite technology in recent years. These tenders range from building ground infrastructure for satellite navigation, to purchasing satellite communication equipment (like Starlink internet terminals), and leasing satellite bandwidth for communications and broadcasting. Below we review a list of notable “satellite” tenders in Ukraine,…
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Below is a sorted overview of major Ukrainian tenders (2016–2025) related to satellite communications and equipment, from highest to lowest budget (values converted to USD at current rates). Each entry includes the tender’s title, scope, budget (original currency and USD), procuring organization (with sector), timeline, participants (if known), and the strategic or industrial significance. Military…
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General E-Commerce Trends in Ukraine (2025) Ukraine’s e-commerce sector has shown remarkable resilience and growth despite the war’s disruptions. In 2024, online retail sales in Ukraine were estimated at nearly ₴239 billion (UAH) – a significant rise that surpassed pre-war levels. This represents roughly $4 billion in transactions in 2024, about one-third higher than 2023’s…
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Introduction Starting a company in Ukraine in 2025 offers significant opportunities alongside unique challenges. Both Ukrainian citizens and foreign investors can legally establish businesses, and recent reforms have streamlined many procedures ukraineinvest.gov.ua. However, the ongoing recovery from conflict means entrepreneurs must navigate special regulations under martial law and an evolving economic landscape. This comprehensive guide…
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Countries and Companies Supplying Drones to Ukraine Types and Models of Drones Used by Ukraine (by Function) Ukraine employs a vast array of drones, both military-grade and civilian, serving different functions on and off the battlefield. Below are the major categories of drone types and notable models in each category: Ukrainian Drone Manufacturers and Domestic…
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Customs and Tax Rules for Drone Imports Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, Ukraine has significantly relaxed import taxes and procedures for drones and related military tech. Normally, imported drones would incur standard import duty (customs tariff) and a 20% value-added tax (VAT). However, wartime measures have waived these costs for most drone imports: In…
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