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06/12/2024

Honouring the Armed Forces Day of Ukraine!

Today, we want to take a moment to thank everyone who has put on the uniform and taken up the responsibility of protecting our country. You are our pride, our strength, and our hope for a brighter, free future. Your bravery, resilience, and heroism inspire us all.

We hope each day brings you the support, courage, and faith needed to build a better tomorrow. May loyal comrades always stand by your side, and may you return home to the warmth and love of your family.

“Despite the challenges we face as a company, we remain true to our mission and values. Supporting our defenders isn’t just a duty—it’s an honour. Nearly UAH 69 million has been allocated to help meet the needs of the Armed Forces, and this is just a part of our commitment to a shared victory.

We firmly believe that, together as a nation and as a team, we will overcome every challenge and build a strong, independent future. Our deepest gratitude to the heroes who protect us every day!” shared Ivan Gerasymovych, CEO of Smart Holding.

Together, we stand for Ukraine. Together, we move towards Victory!

26/11/2024

How can we expect new investments in Ukraine if foreign investors face unjustified losses?

Foreign investors, particularly from the US and the UK, are forced to account for losses due to the suspension of Ukrainian enterprises owned by the British public company Enwell Energy. This is not merely a financial blow to the business but it sends a troubling signal to the international investment community.

According to data from the London Stock Exchange, Enwell Energy shares dropped by 20 points following a decision by the State Service of Geology and Mineral Resources of Ukraine to suspend hydrocarbon production licences for the subsidiary Regal Petroleum Corporation Limited in the Poltava region, which is 100% owned by Enwell Energy. Despite repeated appeals to Ukrainian institutions to mitigate the risks associated with this decision, no response has been forthcoming so far.

💬 “The suspension of gas production enterprises is not just a loss for the energy sector – it’s a loss for Ukraine’s reputation as a reliable partner. Can we truly expect new investments when international capital loses confidence in our country? We reiterate that personal sanctions against individuals should not result in the shutdown of entire enterprises, especially when it involves public companies whose shares are traded on major international platforms like the London Stock Exchange,” stated Ivan Gerasymovych, CEO of Smart Holding.

We urge government authorities to review their decisions based on common sense and the interests of energy security. Without investor trust, Ukraine’s recovery will be impossible.

Smart Holding has always operated transparently and responsibly, even during the most challenging times. We remain open to dialogue and cooperation, but decisions that harm the economy and energy security must be reversed.

14/11/2024

Yesterday, Smart Holding’s CEO, Ivan Gerasymovych, joined Chuck Valceschini, Non-Executive Chairman at Enwell Energy plc, and Oleksiy Zayets, Acting General Director of the Smart Energy, for a visit to the production facilities of Regal Petroleum Corporation Limited in the Poltava region. This site plays a crucial role in supporting Ukraine’s energy needs, producing natural gas, gas condensate, and liquefied propane-butane (LPG, autogas).

🏭 A Pillar of the Local Economy
Located in a rural area, this facility is much more than just a production site. It’s a cornerstone of the local economy, providing jobs for around 200 people and supporting vital community initiatives. As part of the UK-listed Enwell Energy, this operation represents our ongoing commitment to both economic stability and community well-being in the region.

⚙ Discussing the Future Amidst Uncertainty
During the visit, our leadership team engaged with employees, explored the production facilities, and discussed the company’s future. Like all businesses in Ukraine, Regal Petroleum has adapted its operations to navigate the risks posed by the ongoing war, from potential attacks to power supply disruptions.

However, recent government actions present a new threat – the potential shutdown of gas production operations due to the blocking of special permits.

💬 “Business is built on the dedication of its people. Yesterday, we saw just how committed and skilled the team is, working tirelessly to maintain energy stability for Ukraine,” said Ivan Herasymovych. “We’ve done everything we can to make our processes as efficient and safe as possible, allowing us to keep operations running, pay taxes at every level, and supply gas to Ukrainians.

Sadly, our future hangs in the balance - and it's not just due to the war. If the state's sanctions lead to a halt in our permits, this could mean shutting down our operations entirely. No gas, no tax revenue, and 200 people could be left jobless. But I'm hopeful this won't be the case, as it goes against the country's need for energy security. As President Zelensky recently said, ‘Preserving jobs is a contribution of business to our Victory.’”

12/11/2024

Forbes Ukraine, in partnership with Korn Ferry, has recently released its ranking of Ukraine’s most influential CEOs. This list brings together 303 leaders across 33 industries who are steering businesses through unprecedented challenges. We’re proud to see Ivan Gerasymovych, Chuck Valceschini, and Oleksiy Zayets among these top executives.

▫️Ivan Gerasymovych, is a seasoned leader who joined the corporate sector in 2008 after a career in state security. He became part of the Smart Holding team in 2014, overseeing risk management. Since 2024, Ivan has held the role of CEO, combining strategic vision with hands-on crisis management skills. Under his leadership, Smart Holding has not only maintained resilience but has also actively supported Ukraine’s economy, safeguarding business interests in turbulent times. Ivan also heads the Ukrainian Association of Corporate Security Professionals and co-authored Corporate Security in Ukraine: A Short Guide to Protecting Business.

▫️Chuck Valesсhini, non-Executive Chairman of the Enwell Energy plc since March 2024, brings deep experience in the oil and gas sector. Educated in Petroleum Engineering at the University of Wyoming, with a Master’s in Gas Management from Portland State University, Chuck’s career began with Marathon Oil in the United States and has since spanned senior roles in leading oil, gas, and consulting firms. Under his leadership, Enwell Energy is strengthening Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, ensuring a reliable partnership on the international stage during unprecedented challenges.

▫️Oleksiy Zayets, acting CEO of Smart Energy Group brings over a decade of expertise in the energy sector, focusing on developing Ukraine’s gas extraction enterprises. His strategic approach has positioned Smart Energy as a vital contributor to Ukraine’s energy security, implementing cutting-edge technology that enhances operational efficiency and reliability.

08/11/2024

Leaders driving Smart Holding forward

Every great journey starts with a team prepared to lead. Smart Holding continues to strengthen its top management, choosing strong leaders capable of bringing bold ideas to life. We are delighted to introduce Ivan Gerasymovych and Natalia Davydova — leaders setting the course for our company and driving forward businesses that are crucial to Ukraine’s economy.

🔹 Ivan Gerasymovych, our newly appointed CEO, is a strategist with an eye on the future. He is spearheading development and innovation, guiding Smart Holding toward sustainable growth and readiness for new challenges.

🔹 Natalia Davydova, Executive Director, is the engine behind our strategy goals. With her expertise in transformational initiatives and business efficiency, she's laying the groundwork for resilience and effectiveness across our operations. Natalia also leads SMART BUSINESS SERVICE, providing top-tier corporate services across the Group.

Together, these leaders build a strong foundation for Smart Holding’s ongoing success. For us, Smart Holding is not just business — it is a community of dedicated professionals who believe in shared success and sustainable progress.

05/11/2024

Smart Holding Pays Over 915 Million UAH in Taxes in the First 9 Months of 2024 📊💪

Smart Holding remains steadfast in supporting Ukraine. In the first three quarters of 2024 alone, we directed 915.781 million UAH to state and local budgets. Since the start of the full-scale war, our total contributions have reached nearly 7 billion UAH, alongside over 2.8 billion UAH in humanitarian aid.

“Our commitment to Ukraine goes beyond finances. We’re focused on strengthening the country through taxes, creating jobs, and seeking investment partners for rebuilding. Despite the challenges of war and occasional difficult decisions by certain authorities, Smart Holding continues to operate for the benefit of Ukrainians wherever possible. We’re determined and ready to do even more for Ukraine,” said Ivan Gerasymovych, CEO of Smart Holding.

For full details, check the link in the comments below. 👇

04/11/2024

The Kepaky Foundation: Supporting Ukrainians in Cyprus 🇺🇦🇨🇾

At Smart Holding, we’re committed to initiatives that provide genuine support to those affected by the war. Since 2022, when many Ukrainians were forced to flee their homes, Founded by Andreas Sofocleous, the Kepaky Foundation has been a lifeline for Ukrainians who sought refuge in Cyprus

Andreas and his team offer support that goes beyond just accommodation and food, helping individuals and families integrate into the local community and ensuring children adapt to new surroundings.

Here’s how the foundation is making an impact:

🔹 Housing and Food Assistance: Over 200 Ukrainian families receive monthly food packages and help in setting up their homes, giving them a sense of stability in a new place.

🔹 Language Support: Greek and English language courses for adults and children provide confidence and quicker adaptation, while employing Ukrainian teachers so they can continue their work.

🔹 Educational and Recreational Activities for Children: Summer and evening schools, engaging excursions, and sports camps for Ukrainian children offer a chance to make new friends and find relief from their difficult experiences.

Since 2022, Smart Holding has been managed by the Cypriot trusts Smart Trust and Step Trust. Andreas Sofocleous – one of the beneficiaries of the Smart Trust and Step Trust .

To learn more about this support, watch the video.

01/11/2024

What Impact Does the Forced Shutdown of Extraction Companies Have on the State?

For nearly a year and a half, the production assets of Smart Holding’s investment&industrial group have been forced to remain idle. This was due to the suspension of special permits for resource use, following an unlawful order from the Ministry of Justice to re-register the group’s ultimate beneficiary in the state registry, which resulted in sanctions and imposed economic restrictions.

While recent government actions have allowed the business to gradually resume, including the restart of Smart Energy wells in the Kharkiv region, the prolonged shutdown has had significant consequences—not only for the company but also for the state and the Ukrainian people.

🔶 Energy Impact: the state has lost vital gas supplies, especially critical ahead of winter. Uninterrupted hydrocarbon extraction is essential for Ukraine’s energy security and its goal to reduce dependence on imported fuels. The shutdown of Smart Energy’s wells alone has led to a loss of nearly 195 million cubic meters of gas, an invaluable resource as we prepare for the heating season.

🔶 Economic Impact: the suspension of extraction activities automatically halted tax payments, including rent for resource use. Due to Smart Energy’s prolonged downtime, the state has irretrievably lost around UAH 1.65 billion in tax revenues that could have supported defence and social initiatives.

🔶 Geological Impact: extended shutdowns can cause irreversible changes in reservoir conditions, reducing extraction rates over time. Smart Energy had warned that prolonged inactivity could lead to hydro-dynamic changes that damage reservoir filtration properties. This concern became reality, as production levels at the Vasyschevske field in Kharkiv dropped by half when compared to pre-shutdown volumes.

🔶 Social Impact: employees, their families, and entire communities where extraction sites operate lose valuable resources, particularly during wartime. Extraction sites often play a significant role in supporting local economies, and in Smart Energy’s case, the frontline Kharkiv region needs extra revenue for rebuilding and supporting its communities affected by Russian aggression.

🔶 Investment Risks: the lack of consistent, economically justified government policies deters foreign investment. Smart Holding’s forced shutdown highlights the risks for investors, as sudden government actions demonstrate a lack of protection for private businesses—sending a discouraging signal to potential future partners essential for Ukraine’s recovery and growth.

💬 “Sanctions should target the aggressor state, Russia, depriving it of resources—not harm Ukraine and its people. The forced shutdown of Smart Holding’s assets has shown the scale of harm these poorly thought-out decisions have caused at various levels, with some consequences now beyond repair. We hoped that these mistakes would be acknowledged, and that the relevant institutions would uphold their duty to support the country’s real interests, ensuring resilience during this critical period. However, specific government officials continue actions that risk further licence restrictions, which could worsen the situation for Ukraine”emphasised Ivan Gerasymovych, CEO of Smart Holding.

01/10/2024

The future of Ukraine is in the hands of our defenders.⚔️🇺🇦

On the frontlines, they are writing a new chapter in history – one of resilience, courage, and unwavering loyalty to their homeland. Today, we honour those who continue to fight for Ukraine’s independence, demonstrating daily that the enemy has no place on our soil. Among these brave individuals are employees of Smart Holding.

We are deeply grateful for their strength and dedication, not just today, but every day of this challenging and prolonged war.

Thanks to the courage of our defenders, we can focus on building a future for Ukraine – laying the foundations for its reconstruction and growth. As a business rooted in Ukraine, Smart Holding has allocated over 2.8 billion UAH since the full-scale invasion began to support the Armed Forces and humanitarian initiatives. We remain committed to doing everything within our power to support the military and the future of our country.

Our deepest respect to those who continue the fight, and eternal remembrance of those who have given their lives for Ukraine.

Glory to the Ukrainian Heroes!

10/09/2024

Smart Holding, an investment and industrial group, announces changes in its leadership. Julia Kiryanova, who has served as CEO for over three years, has decided to step down. Ivan Gerasymovich, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Smart Holding, will take over the responsibility for managing the group and driving its strategic development.

Julia has been a key part of Smart Holding since 2011, and her leadership over the past three years has seen us through some of the toughest challenges in our history – including navigating the full-scale war and government-imposed restrictions on business operations. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Julia and the team, we managed to restore operations, retain our top talent, support Ukraine’s economy, and lay the groundwork for future investments in the country’s recovery.

Julia Kiryanova shared: ”I’m truly grateful to the amazing Smart Holding team for their support and collaboration throughout my time as CEO. We’ve faced the hardest challenges together, and I’m confident that Smart Holding is well-positioned for continued growth and will keep playing a key role in supporting Ukraine’s economy.”

Ivan Gerasymovich, with his extensive experience in corporate management and leading major projects, will now help guide the company forward.

Ivan Gerasymovich remarked: “Smart Holding has always stood by its principles of responsibility — supporting people and the state by paying taxes to strengthen Ukraine’s defence capabilities. We’re ready for the next set of challenges and committed to maintaining stability while focusing on future growth.”

As always, Smart Holding remains focused on contributing to Ukraine’s economic recovery and growth. We’re continuing to pay taxes, retain key talent, and support humanitarian initiatives. The company has also expanded its international connections and laid the groundwork for future investment abroad.

At Smart Holding, our values remain the same:caring for our people, supporting Ukraine’s economy, and ensuring steady growth in difficult times.

For the full press release, visit: https://smart-holding.com/en/press-centre/news/2746/

23/08/2024

Smart Energy Restarts Operations at Vasyshchevsky Field in Kharkiv Region

Development at the Vasyshchevsky field, along with others, was halted by the state in the spring of last year. It took over 15 months for the authorities to recognise the impact of idling gas fields and reinstate the extraction licences. During this time, the state lost 1.65 billion UAH in tax revenue and nearly 195 million cubic metres of gas.

The first field is now operational again. After the licences were reinstated, the team needed time to get the assets ready for production. In record time, they completed the necessary legal processes, carried out thorough diagnostics, replaced key equipment, and strengthened safety protocols. They also rebuilt the team after the long period of downtime.

However, current production across Smart Energy’s Kharkiv assets remains well below the 450,000 cubic metres per day achieved before the shutdown.

The main reasons for this are:

▪️ А drop in well productivity. The extended downtime had a significant effect, and current daily production at the Vasyshchevsky field is just 25,000 cubic metres – half of what it was before operations were halted. The team is actively working to increase output.

▪️ In October 2023, enemy strikes severely damaged one of Ukrgazvydobutok's key gas processing facilities. Repairing it will take time and substantial investment.

💬 “We’re doing everything we can to return to previous production levels, to replenish the state budget, and to provide the people with fuel, especially with the heating season fast approaching. But it’s impossible to fully recover what’s been lost, just as we can’t turn back time. We hope that this difficult experience, along with the unintended consequences of the government’s policies, will serve as a lesson on what not to do going forward,” said Julia Kiryanova, CEO of Smart Holding.

More details can be found via the link in the first comment.

09/07/2024

Smart Holding steps up to restore Ohmatdyt's Emergency department

Yesterday, the Russian army deliberately targeted the national children's hospital, Ohmatdyt. This latest example of the enemy's unprecedented cruelty calls for all of us to unite resources to restore the facility. The speed at which the hospital can resume operations will determine the lives of Ukrainian children. Therefore, Smart Holding is joining the effort to rebuild Ohmatdyt.

To understand the immediate needs, we are maintaining constant communication with the hospital. Initially, Smart Holding provided an industrial generator, and now we have decided to allocate funds for the restoration of the A&E reception. Right now, we're in the early stages of planning to get the restoration work moving as swiftly and smoothly as possible.

"No amount of aid can bring back lost lives or health. But we hope our contribution will help get Ohmatdyt beck on its feet quickly and continue to give children across Ukraine a chance to heal," said Smart Holding CEO Julia Kiryanova.

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