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Industrial Evolution: Production Turns On the Economy — is a platform for discussing current trends and opportunities for the development of Ukrainian industry. Business leaders, investors, government officials, local authorities, and experts will get together to share experiences, build new partnerships, and explore how industrial parks, modern technologies, and innovative solutions drive Ukraine's economic growth. The event will be held at the production facility of the new resident of Bila Tserkva Industrial Park, the Finnish company Peikko Group.

The event program includes:

  • Panel discussions with leading industry experts and top business representatives
  • Expo Zone, where the most innovative Ukrainian companies will present equipment, automation, and logistics technologies
  • Guided tour to the productions in the industrial park
  • Networking with businesses, investors, and government representatives
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1000+ participants including:

  • Owners and executives of manufacturing companies
  • Representatives of the Ukrainian government
  • Heads of regional state administrations
  • Local government officials: mayors, city council deputies, and community leaders
  • Bankers, investors, and representatives of financial institutions
  • International delegations from Finland, Poland and China

Speakers

Mykhailo Fedorov

Mykhailo Fedorov

Deputy Prime Minister for Innovation, Education, Science and Technology Development - Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine

Viktor Mykyta

Viktor Mykyta

Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine

Topi Paananen

Topi Paananen

Entrepreneur, CEO of Peikko Group

Ruslan Kravchenko

Ruslan Kravchenko

Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine

Vasyl Khmelnytskyi

Vasyl Khmelnytskyi

Initiator of the Industrial Evolution Forum, Founder of the UFuture holding

Juergen Raizner

Juergen Raizner

Director of Steinbeis Enterprises in Stuttgart, Baku, Bucharest, Uzhhorod, and Vienna

Kostyantyn Yefymenko

Kostyantyn Yefymenko

President of the pharmaceutical company "Biopharma Plasma"

Tarja Fernandes

Tarja Fernandes

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Finland to Ukraine

Vitaliy Kindrativ

Vitaliy Kindrativ

Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine

Dmytro Kysylevskyi

Dmytro Kysylevskyi

Member of the Ukrainian Parliament, Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Economic Development

Mykola Kalashnyk

Mykola Kalashnyk

Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration

Oksana Prodan

Oksana Prodan

Advisor to the Head of the Association of Ukrainian Cities, Member of the Ukrainian Parliament (7th-8th convocations)

Yevhen Zaihraiev

Yevhen Zaihraiev

Member of the Management Board at PrivatBank, Chief Corporate and SME Business Officer

Volodymyr Vovkotrub

Volodymyr Vovkotrub

Secretary of Bila Tserkva City Council

Natalia Yemchenko

Natalia Yemchenko

Director of Public Relations and Communications, SCM

Andriy Ropitskyi

Andriy Ropitskyi

CEO of Bila Tserkva Industrial Park

Stanislav Hayday

Stanislav Hayday

CEO & Co-founder of BALEX company

Olga Batova

Olga Batova

CEO of EFI Group

Serhii Shevchenko

Serhii Shevchenko

CEO & Founder of ARAMIS Laser Systems

Kyrylo Bondar

Kyrylo Bondar

Partner and CFO at UNIT.City and UDPRenewables

Oleksandr Biletskyi

Oleksandr Biletskyi

CEO of SHERP, Advisor to the Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine

Andrii Ocheretnyi

Andrii Ocheretnyi

Deputy Mayor of Vinnytsia City

Ruslan Illichov

Ruslan Illichov

CEO of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine

Anna Ivanchuk

Anna Ivanchuk

COO at PROFI Robotics Ukraine

Program

9:00 - 10:00

Registration

10:00 - 11:00

Forum's Opening. Official Opening of the Peikko Group Factory

Speech by Vasyl Khmelnytskyi, founder of UNIT.City Innovation Park and Bila Tserkva Industrial Park.

The grand opening of a new production facility of the Finnish company Peikko Group in Bila Tserkva Industrial Park.

Speakers
Topi Paananen
Topi Paananen

Entrepreneur, CEO of Peikko Group

Tarja Fernandes
Tarja Fernandes

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Finland to Ukraine

Vasyl Khmelnytskyi
Vasyl Khmelnytskyi

Initiator of the Industrial Evolution Forum, founder of UFuture holding

Mykola Kalashnyk
Mykola Kalashnyk

Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration

11:00 - 12:30

The Path to A Strong Economy

Production is the foundation of economic stability and growth. But does government policy create the favorable conditions for industrial development? What support tools does business need today to make production a driving force of the economy tomorrow? The government, regions, and businesses must work together to build a modern industrial ecosystem, attract investment, and scale production.

This panel discussion will serve as a platform for dialogue between government officials, business representatives, and experts on effective mechanisms to support industry. How are these processes structured at the national and regional levels? What economic solutions can make production potential competitive on a global scale?

Moderator
Natalia Yemchenko
Natalia Yemchenko

Director of Public Relations and Communications, SCM

Speakers
Mykhailo Fedorov
Mykhailo Fedorov

Deputy Prime Minister for Innovation, Education, Science and Technology Development - Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine

Viktor Mykyta
Viktor Mykyta

Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine

Ruslan Kravchenko
Ruslan Kravchenko

Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine

Kostyantyn Yefymenko
Kostyantyn Yefymenko

President of the pharmaceutical company Biopharma Plasma

13:00 - 14:00

Made In Ukraine: Strategies For Growth

Not only are investments and technology crucial for industrial development, but clear regulatory conditions are also essential. Deregulation, tax incentives, and aligning legislation with EU standards can accelerate integration into global supply chains and attract investors.

What tax policies support industrial development? What barriers are preventing Ukrainian manufacturers from entering international markets?

This panel will bring together government officials, business leaders, and experts to discuss the necessary changes for building a competitive industrial sector in Ukraine.

Moderator
Olga Batova
Olga Batova

СЕО of EFI Group

Speakers
Topi Paananen
Topi Paananen

Entrepreneur, CEO of Peikko Group

Dmytro Kysylevskyi
Dmytro Kysylevskyi

Member of Parliament of Ukraine, Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Economic Development

Mykola Kalashnyk
Mykola Kalashnyk

Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration

Ruslan Illichov
Ruslan Illichov

CEO of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine

14:00 - 15:00

​Lunch

15:00 - 16:00

Factories of the Future as Key Drivers for Industrial Park Growth

Industrial parks around the world are hubs for investment, manufacturing, and innovation. In Ukraine, they received new role during the war, serving as relocation points for businesses and industrial development. Dozens of new parks have been established. Some are already welcoming residents, while others have been planned rather than how they really work.

This panel will bring together representatives of active industrial parks, city mayors, and entrepreneurs, who will discuss key success factors as well as real obstacles that prevent the development of industrial parks in Ukraine.

Moderator
Oksana Prodan
Oksana Prodan

Advisor to the Chairman of the Association of Cities of Ukraine

Speakers
Juergen Raizner
Juergen Raizner

Director of Steinbeis Enterprises in Stuttgart, Baku, Bucharest, Uzhhorod, and Vienna

Vitaliy Kindrativ
Vitaliy Kindrativ

Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine

Andrii Ropitskyi
Andrii Ropitskyi

CEO of Bila Tserkva Industrial Park

Andrii Ocheretnyi
Andrii Ocheretnyi

Deputy Mayor of Vinnytsia City

Volodymyr Vovkotrub
Volodymyr Vovkotrub

Secretary of Bila Tserkva City Council

16:30 - 17:30

Key Pillars of Modern Economy: Capital, Tech, and Innovation

Modern industry cannot exist without two key components—technology and capital. Innovation stimulate production, making it more efficient and competitive, but its implementation requires financial resources.

During this discussion, participants will explore the financial and technological resources available to industry today, the reasons that prevent effective investment use, and what needs to be changed.

Moderator
Kyrylo Bondar
Kyrylo Bondar

Partner and CFO at UNIT.City and UDPRenewables

Speakers
Yevhen Zaihraiev
Yevhen Zaihraiev

Member of the Management Board at PrivatBank, Chief Corporate and SME Business Officer

Serhii Shevchenko
Serhii Shevchenko

CEO & Founder of ARAMIS Laser Systems

Stanislav Hayday
Stanislav Hayday

CEO & Co-founder of BALEX company

Oleksandr Biletskyi
Oleksandr Biletskyi

CEO of SHERP, Advisor to the Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine

Anna Ivanchuk
Anna Ivanchuk

COO at PROFI Robotics Ukraine

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Expo Zone

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The Forum's expo zone is a showcase of Ukrainian technological solutions for industry and urban infrastructure. It will feature modern equipment, production automation, logistics technologies, as well as machinery and innovative solutions for municipal services. This is a great opportunity for companies to present their developments to potential partners and clients. To book a stand, contact: tickets@forumkyiv.org

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Organizing Committee:

+38 (050) 88 000 50

Registration:

+38 (050) 88 000 10

Expo Zone:

+38 (050) 88 000 10

Media/PR:

+38 (073) 03 752 93

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