Trial of the former deputy director of Atomenergomash
The former deputy director of the Atomenergomash branch of National Nuclear Energy Generation Company Energoatom will be tried for extortion and receiving a bribe. According to the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP), she received an illegal benefit of 1.67 million UAH, while the total amount demanded was over 6.6 million UAH.
Case Details
The accused, who held the position of deputy director, demanded monthly percentages ranging from 10% to 15% of the cost of the work performed. From June to November 2025, she received the specified amount in foreign currency equivalent – 40,200 USD. In September 2025, the woman requested an illegal benefit of 390,000 UAH for herself and third parties, promising in return:
- victory for the company in open bidding,
- the signing of a contract,
- timely payment,
- fulfillment of contractual obligations.
This case is part of a broader fight against corruption in Ukraine and demonstrates the efforts of law enforcement agencies to uncover corrupt schemes in state-owned enterprises.
Ukraine is actively fighting against manifestations of corruption, especially in the public sector, which is an important step towards improving the business climate and attracting investments. The exposure of such schemes, as in the case of the former deputy director of Atomenergomash, underscores the state's commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in managing public resources.
The ongoing legal proceedings against the former deputy director of Atomenergomash highlight a significant trend in Ukraine's battle against corruption in state enterprises. Similarly, the recent sentencing of a former head of a state enterprise to 9 years in prison for embezzling over 171 million UAH illustrates the serious consequences of such illicit activities. For more insights into this case and its implications for governance and accountability, see the details on the conviction of a former state enterprise director.