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Ukraine and Great Britain are establishing a joint geological service: details of the agreement

Співпраця України та Великої Британії у сфері геології: ключові аспекти угоди. Photo: Мін. Економіки

The Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine Yegor Perelygin held a meeting with the leadership of the British Geological Survey, which is responsible for geological mapping and risk analysis in Great Britain.


During the meeting, the parties agreed to prepare a Memorandum of Cooperation that will provide a framework for joint research and information exchange in the field of geology and mining.



Cooperation Plans


The development of training programs for geologists and specialists is planned, the creation of a joint working mechanism for coordinating projects in the field of resource extraction, as well as attracting service companies to improve the quality of geological information.



  • finalization of the text of the Memorandum,

  • identification of priority projects for research,

  • preparation of joint qualification improvement programs for Ukrainian specialists,

  • launch of a joint working mechanism for coordinating projects in the field of resource extraction.



Ukraine and the British Geological Survey plan to actively collaborate in the field of geology and mining, intending to exchange data, conduct joint research, and enhance the qualifications of specialists in these fields.