Milestone for DEMACLENKO: Major Contract Secured for GORO Mountain Resort
DEMACLENKO, international technology leader in fully automated snowmaking systems, has been awarded the contract to design and implement the complete snowmaking infrastructure for the newly developing GORO Mountain Resort, located in western Ukraine near the Polish border. The foundation for this partnership was laid as early as 2018, with the official contract signing taking place on May 19, 2026, in Vipiteno (IT).
With this contract at GORO Mountain Resort, DEMACLENKO will implement a core component of the future winter infrastructure of the new year-round destination. The comprehensive concept for a fully integrated snowmaking system presented by DEMACLENKO convinced the investors and ultimately secured the contract: "It is essential for us that GORO's mountain infrastructure is built to international standards from the very—combining high energy efficiency, responsible resource use and maximum automation. Our partnership with DEMACLENKO enables us to implement solutions that have already proven successful in leading international ski destinations,” said Volodymyr Harazd, CEO of GORO Mountain Resort.
A Long-Term Vision in a Changing Environment
GORO Mountain Resort is a year-round destination currently under development in the Lviv region of western Ukraine near the Polish border. The investment in the snowmaking system amounts to 25 million euros and forms part of a broader infrastructure package for the mountain area. The collaboration between DEMACLENKO and GORO Mountain Resort began as early as 2018 within the master planning phase—well before the current situation in Ukraine. From the outset, the project was conceived as a long-term development of an alpine, all-season resort. Against the backdrop of geopolitical conditions, the project represents a deliberate commitment to the region’s future viability and underscores the conviction of all stakeholders that sustainable investment in infrastructure, tourism and technology can make a significant contribution to the country’s economic development.
A Landmark Project for DEMACLENKO
“GORO Mountain Resort is one of the largest contracts in the history of DEMACLENKO. We are very proud to contribute to the success of this forward-looking project with our many years of international experience. It allows us to fully leverage our capabilities as the innovation leader in the industry and to implement a state-of-the-art snowmaking system for a ski resort being built entirely from scratch. Our tailor-made solutions combine highly efficient use of resources with maximum operational reliability, laying the foundation for a predictable, snow-secure winter season with consistently high slope quality. We look forward to a strong partnership,” underlines Andreas Lambacher, President and CEO of DEMACLENKO. The owner and investor behind the pioneering GORO Mountain Resort project is the OKKO Group. The resort opening is scheduled for 2027, with hotel operations planned to begin in summer 2028. The area spans 1,200 hectares with a total investment volume of approximately €1.5 billion over 15 years.
A Turnkey Snowmaking System in Two Construction Phases
The turnkey snowmaking system delivered by DEMACLENKO forms a core component of the resort's future winter infrastructure, enabling efficient and reliable slope preparation throughout the season. All slopes will be equipped for snowmaking, ensuring a ski season of more than 100 days. Implementation will take place in two phases: part of the slopes will be equipped by 2026, with the remaining areas completed by 2027. The delivery includes more than 150 fan guns and lances. In addition, over 180 concrete concrete pits and an extensive pipeline network will be installed, along with a water reservoir and pump stations equipped with water cooling systems. All components will be integrated into DEMACLENKO’s Snowvisual software, which enables fully automated control and real-time monitoring of the entire snowmaking system. At the same time, Snowvisual optimizes water and energy consumption, ensuring maximum resource efficiency.
