Zhytomyr

The Zhytomyr Region is located in the northwestern part of Ukraine. It is a Region with a favorable geographical location, developed transport infrastructure, and high industrial potential. The main branches of the economy are mechanical engineering, woodworking, the food industry, mining, and processing of minerals.

This Region has one of the richest mineral and raw material bases in Ukraine: there are 569 deposits in the Region, of which 214 are already being developed. About 65% of the reserves are raw materials for construction materials, 25% are fuel resources (peat), and 5% are groundwater. The Region is also known for its deposits of titanium and beryllium ores, kaolins, and amber, and 111 promising objects for geological exploration have been identified on its territory.

The Region is actively developing alternative energy and environmental infrastructure projects, which increases its investment attractiveness. Partnership with the patron countries (Estonia, Italy, and Portugal) promotes the introduction of innovative technologies, European management standards, and the attraction of foreign investors.

An effective system of investor support operates in the Zhytomyr Region. The Investors Council simplifies licensing procedures and business communication with the authorities, while the Department of Economic Development, Trade and International Cooperation coordinates investment projects and maintains a bilingual portal for investors, and the Regional Development Agency promotes the implementation of investment initiatives. At the national level, investors are supported by UkraineInvest, a government agency that provides consulting assistance, supports investment projects, and helps obtain state support.

The Region is distinguished by high investment activity and successful cooperation with international companies. Polish Cersanit Invest has invested €140 million in tile production, Austrian Eurogold Industries exports 85% of its products, and Italian Ferplast supplies pet products to 85 countries around the world. German Kromberg & Schubert has created about 2,000 jobs in the automotive component sector, while Danish DFU Agro has invested €12 million in livestock farming. Greif Flexibles Ukraine, Bayer, Zorya, and Danico are also actively operating, making the Region one of the most attractive manufacturing centers for investors in Ukraine.

A network of industrial parks is being actively formed in Zhytomyr Region, which strengthens the industrial and logistics potential of the Region. The AERO Industrial Park (Zhytomyr, 24.7 hectares) is focused on the production of building materials, woodworking, light industry, and logistics. “Kushchove Park” (Zvyahelskyi district, 39 hectares) specializes in mechanical engineering, agro-processing, and innovative economy, providing for the creation of about 1,900 jobs. Industrial Park “Korosten” (42.2 hectares) has a developed infrastructure near the M07 highway and is focused on woodworking, mechanical engineering, and logistics services.

A high level of educational training is provided by Ivan Franko Zhytomyr State University, Polissia National University, and several technical colleges that train specialists for the industrial, agricultural, and IT sectors. The average salary in August 2025 reached $505 (the national level of this indicator is $627).