UN4Mykolaiv Initiative
Mykolaiv Pilot Projects
Mykolaiv Innovation District
The Mykolaiv Innovation District will be a strategically planned and vibrant urban area designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship through a diverse range of stakeholders.
Positioned at the intersection of the city centre, the historic Shipyard, and the airport, the district will leverage its proximity to the Admiral Makarov National University of Shipbuilding to drive innovation and economic development. This includes the creation of thousands of jobs in the technology and innovation sectors while developing modern infrastructure to support start-ups, businesses, and research initiatives. It will provide housing for both new and existing residents, fostering a collaborative environment that connects academia, industry, and investors.
By uniting education, research, and business, the Innovation District will transform the area into a competitive hub for technological advancement and economic revitalisation. The design focuses on sustainable living and working practices, setting new benchmarks for sustainable development, in line with the broader city-wide ambition of “building back better.”
Led by the One Works Foundation, the new Innovation District is one of several pilot projects envisioned for the reconstruction as part of the “Development of the Future Masterplan for the City of Mykolaiv”, supported by Mykolaiv City Council and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).
These pilot projects focus on areas such as housing and regeneration, aiming to formulate tangible solutions through collaboration with architects, engineers, and international consultants. Learning from each project will influence broader city development. This approach develops real solutions, informs local capacities and policies, and fosters a connection between local and international professionals, enhancing long-term resiliency in Mykolaiv.
Visit the One Works website for more information on the design.