Trade & Investment Newsletter 28.07. - 3.08.2025
BULTISAD-Bulgar-Türk Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası -Bulgarian-Turkish Chamber of Commerce
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„МИКРОАК“ ЕООД ПОЛУЧИ СЕРТИФИКАТ ЗА ИНВЕСТИЦИЯ КЛАС А ЗА РАЗШИРЯВАНЕ НА ПРОИЗВОДСТВОТО В БОТЕВГРАД
Сертификат клас А беше връчен за новият проект на „МИКРОАК“ ЕООД, който ще се реализира в гр. Ботевград. Проектът предвижда разширяване на производствените мощности на компанията и цели увеличаване и оптимизиране на производствения ѝ капацитет.
Сертификатът бе връчен от изпълнителния директор на БАИ г-жа Мила Ненова на г-н Джошкун Байлан, г-н Озджан Орбейи и г-н Дениз Юмер – управители на дружеството.
Компанията е специализирана в производството и търговията на конектори, електромеханични компоненти и метални изделия, намиращи широко приложение в автомобилната, телевизионната и аудиотехника. Част от производствения ѝ профил включва също специална инструментална и технологична екипировка, полуфабрикати и други изделия.
Проектът цели устойчиво развитие чрез въвеждане на нови производствени мощности, което ще допринесе за създаването на нови работни места и повишаване на конкурентоспособността на българската индустрия в сектора.
Сребърен медал от EcoVadis за Office 1 и Кооперация „Панда“
Кооперация „Панда“, собственик на световната марка Office 1, е отличена със сребърен медал от EcoVadis за 2025 и 2026 г. Признанието идва само година и половина след като компанията получи бронзово отличие, което показва, че политиката ѝ за създаване на прозрачни, екологични и устойчиви условия за работа се надгражда и развива в правилна посока.
Според рейтинговата система на EcoVadis Office 1 попада в първите 15% от всички оценени компании в света, тъй като следва стриктно своите стандарти за труд, логистика и доставки. Покоряването на сребърното стъпало е допълнителен стимул за екипа на Кооперация „Панда“ да подобрява работните процеси, както и участва в екологични и социални програми.
Усилията на компанията са насочени към минимализиране на вредния отпечатък, който оставя в природата. Затова свидетелства и изградената към логистичната база Office 1 Logistics фотоволтаична централа. Благодарение на слънчевите панели в нея се акумулира достатъчно енергия, за да захрани всички работни процеси в складовата база през светлата част от денонощието и голяма част от необходимото електричество през нощта. Всяка година фотоволтаичните панели генерират над 1200 MWh електричество, достатъчно да се захрани потреблението на 340 български домакинства за 12 месеца или да се зареди електроавтомобил за 20 пълни обиколки на Земята по Екватора. Екосъобразната политика на Кооперация „Панда“ личат и от програмите за рециклиране на вредните отпадъци като тонери и батерии, които тя поддържа към своите клиенти.
📈 Economy & Finance
Увод
Bulgaria's industrial PPI grows 7.3% y/y in June
Bulgaria's total industrial producer price index (PPI) went up by 7.3% on the year in June as all observed sectors posted gains, the statistical office said on Wednesday.
Over 40% growth in the BSE's turnover in June
https://www.bse-sofia.bg/en/exchange-news/?from=2025-07-02&to=2025-07-02
'Bulgaria in Figures' Report Highlights Steady GDP Growth and Regional Challenges
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) President, Tsvetan Simeonov, introduced the latest edition of the “Bulgaria in Figures” report during an interview on Nova TV. Now in its 16th year, this report is published exclusively in English to provide foreign investors with reliable and precise insights into Bulgaria’s economic landscape.
Cabinet Approves Support for Certified Investment Projects
The Council of Ministers approved a draft agreement, which will be signed with investors who have received a certificate under the Investment Promotion Act (IPA) and have requested the application of an incentive measure for the reimbursement of social security and health insurance contributions for employees.
Awakening investor interest: the new industrial parks of Bulgaria
Investments in Bulgaria have declined in recent years, and new companies that have decided to develop production here are rather the exception. The weak economy in Europe and global uncertainty surrounding trade wars certainly do not help, but there are also local difficulties.
A higher credit rating means more investment and jobs in Bulgaria
Bulgaria's higher credit rating will make financing for businesses cheaper, which in turn will accelerate investment in new production facilities, creating more jobs and higher wages.
This was stated by Yonko Chuklev, financial and economic analyst, commenting on the country's upgraded credit rating, to Economic.bg.
💶 Euro Adoption & Monetary Policy
Eurostat confirms: Bulgaria continues to meet the price criterion for the euro
Bulgaria continues to remain within the eurozone's inflation limits, according to data from the European statistical service Eurostat. Although the country has already been approved for the eurozone and will certainly become its 21st member on January 1, 2026, it has committed to maintaining price stability going forward.
Bulgaria Introduces Year-Long Price Controls Ahead of Eurozone Entry
The Bulgarian Parliament has passed new legislation introducing enhanced price controls for a one-year period beginning on 8 August 2025. The move comes as part of the second reading of the Law on the Adoption of the Euro in Bulgaria. The law includes a grace period lasting until 8 October, during which businesses are expected to begin dual labelling of prices and issue receipts showing amounts in both leva and euros.
The euro adoption: Gov’t launches operation "Anti-Speculation"
Officials from the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) and the National Revenue Agency (NRA) may request any information from any person or legal entity regarding the transition to the euro.
Bulgaria to Publish Drug Prices in Euros Ahead of 2026 Currency Switch
Health Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Silvi Kirilov has instructed the National Council for Prices and Reimbursement of Medicinal Products to begin publishing medicine prices in euros. The change comes ahead of Bulgaria’s official euro adoption scheduled for January 1, 2026.
🔋 Energy & Industry
Bulgaria's electricity, solid fuels output rises in May
Bulgaria’s electricity production rose by 0.9% year-on-year to 2,585 GWh in May but dropped by 21.6% compared to April, the statistical office said on Wednesday.
Natural Gas Price in Bulgaria Drops 3.8% for August
The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has set the price of natural gas for August at 62.09 BGN (31.75 euros) per megawatt-hour (MWh), excluding access, transmission, excise, and VAT charges. At this rate, Bulgargaz will supply gas to end users and to licensed producers and distributors of thermal energy, according to an official statement from the regulator.
Renalfa receives €315 million for renewable energy – some of the projects are in Bulgaria
Vienna-based Renalfa IPP has received €315 million from a consortium of lenders, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), to accelerate the transition to green energy in Central and Eastern Europe.
🌍 Trade & EU Regulation
What is CBAM and how will it affect imports into the EU from 2026?
In an effort to combat climate change and encourage its global partners to reduce their carbon emissions, two years ago the European Union approved the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Under this mechanism, from the beginning of 2026, European importers of cement, iron, steel, aluminum, fertilizers, electricity, and hydrogen from non-EU countries will have to purchase so-called CBAM certificates.
🛣️ Transport & Infrastructure
Daily vignette and new tolls: Parliament adopts key changes to road laws
Bulgaria will now have a one-day vignette for light vehicles, and tolls will be calculated according to a new principle, which will also take into account the degree of pollution caused by the vehicle. The amendments to the Road Traffic Act were finally adopted by the National Assembly on second reading on Wednesday evening. Bulgaria is thus taking its first steps towards a fairer and more environmentally friendly road charging system.
EC sets October 12 as launch date for Entry/Exit System
The European Commission (EC) said on July 30 that it had set October 12 2025 as the launch date for the progressive start of operations of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES).
The EES is an advanced technological system that will digitally record the entries and exits of non-EU nationals travelling to 29 European countries, including Schengen Associated ones, for short stays, the statement said.
👷 Labor & Demographics
Bulgaria Moves to Ease Hiring of Foreign Workers in Tourism Sector
Regulatory adjustments aimed at easing the employment of third-country nationals in Bulgaria’s tourism industry were discussed during a meeting of the parliamentary Tourism Committee held in Sozopol. The changes, still in the draft phase, are expected to respond to ongoing concerns from employers about bureaucratic barriers, particularly during peak tourist seasons.
What is the real state of the Bulgarian pension system?
Bulgaria's pension system is one of the most sensitive and exploited topics in public and political debate. It is often used as a convenient tool for manipulating public opinion and shifting blame for the budget deficit between different political groups.
📡 Technology & Innovation
Bulgaria will invest up to BGN 35 million in its own satellites
Bulgaria will invest up to BGN 35 million in its own satellite capacity over the next two years. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Innovation and Growth Tomislav Donchev to journalists on Tuesday.
Bulgaria and the Digital Currency Revolution
Bulgaria is experiencing a period of rapid change in its financial sector, driven by the rise of digital currencies and fintech innovation. As the country strengthens its position within the European Union and the global economy, policymakers, businesses, and consumers are all adapting to new opportunities and challenges presented by digital assets and blockchain technology.
Bulgarian users divided over AI - survey
Bulgarian society ranks at the European average in terms of generative AI application usage, according to a nationally representative survey conducted by Alpha Research between July 7–14, 2025. The survey included 1,000 adult respondents from across the country, using standardized face-to-face interviews, BTA reports.
https://bnr.bg/en/post/102191435/bulgarian-users-divided-over-ai-survey