An installation of Vodafone's mangled telecoms equipment was installed in Kyiv: the result of 884,610 accidents and 2 billion in losses
In Kyiv, near the Ferris wheel on Kontraktova Square, a unique installation was installed - seven-metre-long letters "I'm fine" made from telecommunications equipment damaged during the war. The project is a part of the #I'mFineChallenge initiated by Ukrainian artists and symbolises the resilience of Ukrainians and our telecoms industry.
The story told by the equipment
The design uses shot antennas, destroyed masts, broken wires and explosions that have torn apart microcircuits. This equipment used to connect Ukrainians by providing communication, but now it tells a story of resilience since February 2022:
- 12% of Vodafone base stations partially or completely destroyed
- 884,610 telecoms network failures were fixed
- 1,900 times the operator's specialists restored communication lines between base stations
- UAH 2 billion in total losses incurred by the company due to the war (this is just one operator and the amount is growing every day)
- Communication has been restored in 865 settlements across Ukraine.
Information sign next to the installation. Illustration: Vodafone
A symbol of unbreakability
The installation represents the strength and courage of not only telecoms workers, but also every Ukrainian. In times of destruction and pain, we find the strength to rebuild and move forward. This song reminds us that the most important thing is to hear from our loved ones: "I'm fine. I'm fine". This is another example of how art and technology can become a powerful message of unity and hope for the whole country.
The operator's signboard burned down. Illustration: Vodafone