Zaporizhstal and other enterprises of the Metinvest Group in Zaporizhia paid over UAH 778 million in taxes to the budget of Ukraine for the first quarter of 2026
The largest amounts of deductions have traditionally been provided by a single social contribution, personal income tax, environmental tax and levy.
Metinvest's enterprises consistently remain leaders in terms of taxes paid in Zaporizhia. UAH 250 million was allocated to local budgets in the first quarter of this year, which is 7% more than in the past. In the context of a full-scale war, the Metinvest Group in Zaporizhia continues to systematically support the country's economy and communities. Guided by the principles of social partnership for the sustainable development of the regions where it operates, the Company, together with enterprises, implements educational projects, veteran programs, and participates in the restoration of infrastructure damaged by shelling.
"Timely payment of taxes is not only a financial obligation, but also our direct contribution to the sustainability of the economy and the country's ability to resist aggression. Zaporizhia has invested more than UAH 14 billion in the Ukrainian economy," said Taras Shevchenko, Acting Director General of Zaporizhstal, Hero of Ukraine.
In general, taking into account associated companies and joint ventures, Metinvest Group transferred UAH 4.3 billion of taxes and fees to the budgets of all levels of Ukraine in the first quarter of 2026. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, together with the results of the first quarter of 2026, the company's total contribution to the country's economy is about UAH 78 billion.
In 2026, Metinvest Group celebrates 20 years of activity. As the leader of the Ukrainian mining and metallurgical complex, the company strictly fulfills its obligations to the state, remaining one of the largest and most responsible taxpayers in Ukraine. At the same time, even in the face of a full-scale war, Metinvest systematically directs resources to support the country's defense capability, assist the Defense Forces, and promote community development in the regions where it operates. Today, Metinvest is not only a pillar of the Ukrainian economy, but also one of the key partners of the state in strengthening the sustainability of the country and its future.