TRIS · Brand archive

The TRIS story has continued for more than 30 years

The TRIS digital archive offers a glimpse into the past and shows how we changed, how we advertised ourselves and how we saw ourselves at different times.

Original character

Two images from one story

Poligraphych is a character whose image was created in the late twentieth century by the brilliant photographer, artist, art director and friend of TRIS, Dmytro Sakharov. Here we show the original archive image and its contemporary interpretation for the new website.

Original image
Archive Poligraphych, late twentieth century
Archive Poligraphych, late twentieth century
Poligraphych in 2026A contemporary Poligraphych image for digital media
A contemporary Poligraphych image for digital media

Timeline

Key moments of the brand

1993

Kyiv’s first full-service translation bureau

TRIS starts as a separate project created by the founders of SILVER POLIGRAF JSC. Poligraphych remains a reminder of that period.

2000

A separate legal entity

TRIS Translation Centre becomes a separate legal entity with branches in Kharkiv and Odesa.

2014

A nationwide network

TRIS includes a translation bureau with its head office in Kyiv and around 15 branches in cities across Ukraine.

2018

25 years of trust

An anniversary sign marks a quarter century of work.

2021

One office, a worldwide reach

One office remains at Office 5, 40/2 Volodymyrska Street, Kyiv, while the team works remotely with clients around the world.

2022

Supporting Ukrainians worldwide

After Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, a significant share of our work serves Ukrainian citizens abroad. We look forward to Ukraine’s victory and everyone returning home.

2026

A new digital stage

33 years of experience, new language versions of the website, a new platform for working with clients and business partners, and a new level of quality.

Digital archive

Advertising, print and branded objects

From printed advertising to contemporary media, objects and marks show how the brand’s form evolved while retaining its character.

Advertising layout and Poligraphych (approximately 2010–2020)
Archive advertisingAdvertising layout and Poligraphych (approximately 2010–2020)
25 years of success and trust sign
201825 years of success and trust sign
Historical translation centre logo
Brand historyHistorical translation centre logo
1990Branded objects from the 1990sEarly carriers of the visual identity
2000Print and souvenirs from the 2000sThe brand’s print culture
2010+Media and merchandise of a new eraContinuity across contemporary formats

Project culture

How TRIS works

Four common scenarios show the working logic behind documents, corporate content, events and specialist material.

01

TRIS · Project

Corporate localisation

Task
Regular updates in several languages
Organisation
A dedicated team, glossary and version control
Outcome
Consistent content ready for publication
02

TRIS · Project

Legal documents

Task
A connected set of materials
Organisation
Subject translation and definition checks
Outcome
A structured final document set
03

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International conference

Task
Several languages, speakers and a technical schedule
Organisation
Interpreter preparation and event coordination
Outcome
Language support from rehearsal to completion
04

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Medical translation

Task
Subject terminology, figures and sensitive data
Organisation
Specialist matching and editorial control
Outcome
A consistent set in the agreed format

Experience

Sectors that trust our work

TRIS handles projects for public institutions, international organisations, embassies, banks, companies and civil society.

01Public institutionsTRIS · 1993–2026
02International organisationsTRIS · 1993–2026
03EmbassiesTRIS · 1993–2026
04BanksTRIS · 1993–2026
05Ukrainian businessesTRIS · 1993–2026
06Civil societyTRIS · 1993–2026

Client service

With you at every stage

Whether you work with us at the office or remotely, you always know who is responsible for your order and what is happening with your materials. A manager coordinates the specialists, answers your questions and keeps you informed.

Our office in central KyivIllustration
Our office in central Kyiv

Bring your documents in person, receive a consultation and collect the completed order at a convenient time.

A team for your projectIllustration
A team for your project

Translators, editors and a manager work together to maintain accuracy, terminology and agreed timelines.

Personal consultationIllustration
Personal consultation

Your manager will explain the requirements, help you choose the right service and agree a secure way to transfer materials.

TRIS archive

Do you have archive material or a TRIS story?

Send scans, photographs and short descriptions so that every item retains its date, context and authorship.

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