SynopsisMetinvest, through the Steel Front initiative by Rinat Akhmetov, has begun mass production of steel "lancet catchers" to safeguard Ukraine's Armed Forces and their equipment from enemy drone attacks. So far, Metinvest has donated 32 of these protective structures to the AFU for use in frontline areas. These versatile steel shields are designed to protect various military vehicles, including tanks and self-propelled artillery systems, and have proven effective in stopping enemy drones. Metinvest's support for the AFU includes a range of equipment and initiatives aimed at enhancing their defense capabilities.ArticleMetinvest, as part of the Rinat Akhmetov-led Steel Front initiative, has launched the large-scale production of engineered structures known as "lancet catchers" to safeguard the valuable military assets of Ukraine's Armed Forces against enemy drone attacks. These protective structures have already demonstrated their effectiveness in protecting soldiers and equipment in some of the most volatile areas on the front lines.The initiative embodies the principle that "Metinvest's steel saves and protects," as stated by Oleksandr Myronenko, Chief Operating Officer of Metinvest. Since the onset of the conflict, Metinvest has been providing critical support to the AFU, ranging from bulletproof vests to steel shelters, additional armor, decoys for military equipment, and now, steel lancet catchers designed to counter the threat posed by enemy drones.These steel lancet catchers are produced in close collaboration with the AFU, ensuring that they meet the specific needs of frontline operations. Their versatility allows them to be used to camouflage and protect various types of military equipment, including self-propelled artillery systems, tanks, and personnel transport vehicles.The lancet catchers have proven their reliability in the field by effectively intercepting enemy drones, including dangerous lancet drones, and safeguarding vital equipment. Notably, they are highly mobile, require minimal setup effort, and do not depend on additional equipment. Maintenance is straightforward, and damaged lancet catchers can be easily repaired.Each mobile shelter measures ten meters in length, five meters in width, and five meters in height, with a weight of approximately one tonne. Comprising a steel frame and a chain-link mesh with camouflage elements, Metinvest can produce up to five lancet catchers per week.Metinvest's commitment to Ukraine's defense extends beyond these lancet catchers. Over the past year and a half of the military conflict, the company has allocated UAH 2 billion as part of Rinat Akhmetov's Steel Front initiative. This support includes 150,000 bulletproof vests, over 200 mobile shelters, 250 military equipment models, thousands of drones, thermal imagers, vehicles, communication equipment, and other essential military assets donated to the AFU.ConclusionMetinvest's production of lancet catchers is a testament to its dedication to protecting Ukraine's Armed Forces and their equipment from evolving threats, such as enemy drones.
SynopsisMetinvest, through the Steel Front initiative by Rinat Akhmetov, has begun mass production of steel "lancet catchers" to safeguard Ukraine's Armed Forces and their equipment from enemy drone attacks. So far, Metinvest has donated 32 of these protective structures to the AFU for use in frontline areas. These versatile steel shields are designed to protect various military vehicles, including tanks and self-propelled artillery systems, and have proven effective in stopping enemy drones. Metinvest's support for the AFU includes a range of equipment and initiatives aimed at enhancing their defense capabilities.ArticleMetinvest, as part of the Rinat Akhmetov-led Steel Front initiative, has launched the large-scale production of engineered structures known as "lancet catchers" to safeguard the valuable military assets of Ukraine's Armed Forces against enemy drone attacks. These protective structures have already demonstrated their effectiveness in protecting soldiers and equipment in some of the most volatile areas on the front lines.The initiative embodies the principle that "Metinvest's steel saves and protects," as stated by Oleksandr Myronenko, Chief Operating Officer of Metinvest. Since the onset of the conflict, Metinvest has been providing critical support to the AFU, ranging from bulletproof vests to steel shelters, additional armor, decoys for military equipment, and now, steel lancet catchers designed to counter the threat posed by enemy drones.These steel lancet catchers are produced in close collaboration with the AFU, ensuring that they meet the specific needs of frontline operations. Their versatility allows them to be used to camouflage and protect various types of military equipment, including self-propelled artillery systems, tanks, and personnel transport vehicles.The lancet catchers have proven their reliability in the field by effectively intercepting enemy drones, including dangerous lancet drones, and safeguarding vital equipment. Notably, they are highly mobile, require minimal setup effort, and do not depend on additional equipment. Maintenance is straightforward, and damaged lancet catchers can be easily repaired.Each mobile shelter measures ten meters in length, five meters in width, and five meters in height, with a weight of approximately one tonne. Comprising a steel frame and a chain-link mesh with camouflage elements, Metinvest can produce up to five lancet catchers per week.Metinvest's commitment to Ukraine's defense extends beyond these lancet catchers. Over the past year and a half of the military conflict, the company has allocated UAH 2 billion as part of Rinat Akhmetov's Steel Front initiative. This support includes 150,000 bulletproof vests, over 200 mobile shelters, 250 military equipment models, thousands of drones, thermal imagers, vehicles, communication equipment, and other essential military assets donated to the AFU.ConclusionMetinvest's production of lancet catchers is a testament to its dedication to protecting Ukraine's Armed Forces and their equipment from evolving threats, such as enemy drones.
