Six European countries have sent critically needed equipment to Ukraine to restore the energy system damaged by massive attacks from the Russian Federation. In total, 17 countries are now supporting Ukraine with technical assistance.
This is reported by Finway
Ukraine has received over 50 tons of energy equipment from international partners to mitigate the effects of Russian strikes on critical infrastructure.
What Partners Have Delivered
Shipments of technical assistance have arrived from six European countries: the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, and Norway.
The list of received equipment includes:
- power transformers,
- distribution cabinets,
- generators,
- lighting masts.
Additional shipments are expected soon. Energy equipment from the Czech Republic is scheduled to arrive on Friday, and 400 generators are already on their way from Poland to the capital. Austria has also sent assistance to the Ministry of Energy’s backup hub.
Lithuania Allocates 2 Million Euros
Separately, Lithuania’s Foreign Minister, Gabrielius Landsbergis, announced the dispatch of generators worth over 2 million euros.
“On Ukraine’s Unity Day, we are sending warmth from Lithuania — generators worth over 2 million euros. Lithuania stands with Ukraine,” wrote the head of Lithuania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Distribution of Assistance by Regions
According to Shmyhal, the Ministry of Energy is promptly processing requests from energy companies. A total of 20 shipments weighing 114 tons have already been sent to fuel and energy enterprises and critical infrastructure facilities.
“All responsible parties have been tasked with promptly processing the received assistance, as the speed of restoring light and heat in homes directly depends on it,” emphasized the minister.
Consequences of Russian Attacks
It is worth noting that after the massive Russian missile and drone strikes on January 9, 13, and 20, the Ukrainian energy system suffered critical damage. Kyiv found itself in the most difficult situation — thousands of homes were left without heating in temperatures of -15°C.
As of January 21, energy workers have managed to restore part of the damaged critical infrastructure facilities. According to Shmyhal’s forecasts, the capital will soon be able to transition from emergency outages to strict but predictable schedules.
Next week, two cogeneration units from Germany are expected to arrive in Kyiv, which will simultaneously produce electrical and thermal energy.
In total, 17 partner countries are providing Ukraine with energy equipment assistance to restore the system after Russian terrorist attacks.