Four DTEK thermal power plants hit in a new wave of russian missile attacks. One worker injured

Missiles slam plants across the country, threatening power to millions
One DTEK employee taken to hospital with injuries sustained during attack
Fourth large-scale attack on DTEK's infrastructure since March 22
DTEK renews call for urgent replacement equipment and more air-defence support

KYIV - Four of DTEK’s six thermal power plants in Ukraine were struck in a new wave of russian attacks on Friday night, injuring an energy worker and seriously damaging equipment on which millions of Ukrainians depend. DTEK is currently assessing the level of damage and how long it will take to recover.

Ukraine’s Air Force reported large-scale attacks across the country late on Friday and into Saturday, with russia firing 34 air, ground and sea-based missiles. The Air Force said it shot down 21 enemy missiles.

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, DTEK thermal power plants have been attacked over 170 times. The enemy had already attacked our thermal power plants in massive attacks on March 22, March 29, and April 11 as it seeks to cripple supplies of energy to millions of ordinary Ukrainian homes and businesses.

Last night's attacks underline the continued urgent need for Ukraine's allies to provide stronger air defence systems.

DTEK image of destruction caused by russian attacks against DTEK power station in March 2024.

About DTEK

DTEK Group is the largest private investor in the energy sector of Ukraine. The Group employs 55,000 people.

DTEK Group's companies are engaged in coal and natural gas mining, electricity production at wind, solar and thermal power plants, trade energy resources in the Ukrainian and international markets, distribute and supply electricity to consumers, provide energy-efficient services to customers, and develop a network of high-speed charging stations. In accordance with the Strategy 2030, DTEK strives to transform into a more energy-efficient, environmentally friendly and technological business, guided by ESG principles. DTEK is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI). Our goal is to achieve carbon neutrality.

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, DTEK Group has restored power supply to more than 11 million consumers in the regions affected by the hostilities. DTEK Group is 100% owned by SCM Limited. The ultimate beneficiary is Rinat Akhmetov.