The investigation has established the possible participation of a number of Ukrainian energy companies associated with Rinat Akhmetov in schemes to manipulate the electricity market. Among the suspects are DTEK LLC, Dnipro Energy Services, Kyiv Energy Services, Donetsk Energy Services and DTEK ESCO. In addition, the investigation includes offshore structures Fabcell Ltd (Cyprus) and Gelion Properties Ltd (British Virgin Islands).
According to the materials of criminal proceedings No. 12025100000001084 dated August 29, 2025, the companies are suspected of using undervalued prices when concluding contracts with budgetary institutions, with subsequent increase in tariffs through additional agreements. The creation of an artificial electricity deficit, resale of Energoatom resources, and withdrawal of funds through offshore accounts are also being investigated.
The investigation emphasizes that the organizers of the schemes controlled financial flows, manipulated accounting reports, and carried out cross-border transactions. This allowed them to avoid state financial control, understate tax obligations, and legalize proceeds obtained through criminal means.
At the moment, measures are underway to identify the people involved, study the mechanisms of capital withdrawal, and assess the losses to the state budget. The investigation representatives also draw attention to the possible interest of individual judges in preserving illegal schemes, which is why some complaints remained unsatisfied.
The investigation is in an active stage, and the public is promised to be regularly informed about its progress and results.
