The InvestBulgaria Agency Has Recognized the Most Significant Projects for 2024
On April 2, 2025, the InvestBulgaria Agency (IBA) presented its annual awards for the most significant investments made in the past year. The ceremony was held in the John Atanasoff Hall of Sofia Tech Park and brought together leading representatives of business, institutions and local authorities committed to promoting sustainable economic development in the country.
The Main Prize: Investor of The Year 2024
The prestigious award was awarded to "Biovet" AD – a Bulgarian manufacturer with a global presence, specializing in the development of veterinary drugs and feed additives. The company was honored for its large-scale investment program, which contributed to both the creation of new jobs and the technological renewal of production.
Categories and Awarded Companies
The event focused on several key areas reflecting contemporary priorities in the investment environment:
- Regional development and international partnerships:
AK Electric and China's ZS Europe were honored for their contribution to the development of the regional economy by building new production facilities and creating new jobs. - Low-carbon economy and sustainability:
Companies like "Integrated Micro Electronics Bulgaria", "Festo Bulgaria", "Bulpharma" and "Ficosota Food" received recognition for projects that combine economic growth with environmental and social responsibility. - Innovation and human capital:
Awards received "Siemenso", "Epix.ai", "Dormakaba Bulgaria" and "EnduroSat" for achievements in the fields of innovation, mental health, high technology and the development of teams with high expertise.
Support for The Business Environment from Local Authorities
Representatives of the public sector were also awarded a special prize - Municipality of Stara Zagora and Zagore Industrial Zone – for its strategic efforts in creating a favorable climate for investors and sustainable development of industrial infrastructure.
Closing Messages
The ceremony focused not only on the results achieved, but also on the vision for the future. Representatives of the government and the IBA emphasized the need to encourage innovative, long-term and socially responsible investments. There was also a call for "economic patriotism" based on commitment to the local economy and sustainable growth.
The Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry congratulates all the awarded companies and institutions and continues to support the development of the investment environment through cooperation with business, government structures and local authorities.
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