Interpipe, Ukraine's leading industrial manufacturer, appointed Vitaliy Chekmez as Vice President of pipe sales for the domestic market on January 5, 2026. Chekmez brings over 15 years of pipe industry expertise from Ukrtruboizol, where he led sales, finance management & business development. His mandate encompasses Ukrainian market development & customer relationship cultivation across energy, municipal, industrial & construction segments. Commercial Director Afif Najjar emphasized Chekmez's industry knowledge, management effectiveness & strategic growth experience as valuable assets for Interpipe's domestic expansion ambitions.