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23 August 2024, Ukraine
A message from DTEK CEO Maxim Timchenko on Ukraine’s Independence Day
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A message from DTEK CEO Maxim Timchenko on Ukraine’s Independence Day

Today, we celebrate the 33rd anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Behind this number lies countless lives, immense efforts, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom. 

We are paying a high price for Ukrainian independence, fighting for it over the past ten years. The whole world admires the courage and strength of the Ukrainian character. Every Ukrainian – on the front lines or supporting those on the front lines – is contributing to bringing victory closer. Our energy workers have become true national heroes, safeguarding every kilowatt of our independence. 

I would like to express my gratitude to all DTEK employees and partners for your professionalism, loyalty, and resilience. 

We continue to fulfill our duty to our country. Ukrainians must have light and heat despite massive attacks and destroyed infrastructure. 

I would also like to express my gratitude to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and all our colleagues on both the military and energy sector front lines. Today, we can work thanks to the daily heroism of our soldiers. 

Let us cherish the memory of our fallen colleagues and honor the living! Supporting them is our honorable duty, so we continue to provide humanitarian and military assistance. 

DTEK Group not only remains a reliable partner to our state but also strives to become a pillar of energy independence for all of Europe. Despite today’s challenges, we are rebuilding our energy system and creating clean energy for the future. 

Victory belongs to those who know what they are fighting for. The future belongs to those who remember the past and build the present. A country that values freedom is worthy of independence. I am confident that our powerful team will overcome all challenges for the sake of Ukraine's bright future. 

I wish us all victory, unity, and well-being! 

Glory to Ukraine! 

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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.

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