Economy
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The Vice Prime Minister Karadjov Presents an Ambitious Plan for the Modernization of the Railway Infrastructure in Northern Bulgaria
The Deputy Prime Minister Grozdan Karadjov, responsible for transport and communications, revealed details about a large-scale plan for the construction of three new railway tunnels through the Stara Planina mountain. The projects will be implemented through public-private partnership and will connect Northern and Southern Bulgaria in an effective transportation network.
Road repairs impose temporary traffic restrictions on the Trakia Motorway.
On June 25th from 7 to 19 hours, the traffic in the direction of Burgas at the 288th kilometer of the "Trakia" motorway will be directed to the overtaking lane. The reason is the performance of repair work on the roadway in the Yambol area. The Road Infrastructure Agency calls on drivers to drive carefully, to observe the restrictions and not to use the emergency lanes to accelerate the traffic.
Repair activities on the Trakia Motorway in Plovdiv region require temporary changes in traffic.
From June 25 to 27, repair activities will be carried out on a section of the Trakia Motorway between km 126 and km 129 in Plovdiv region. This necessitates temporary changes in the organization of traffic, including restrictions for heavy vehicles. The Road Infrastructure Agency urges drivers to follow the rules and avoid risky maneuvers to ensure the safety of all road users.
The government is accelerating investments in the infrastructure of Northern Bulgaria.
The Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, Ivan Ivanov, announced that municipalities will receive 200 million levs for the implementation of projects under the Investment Program. He urged local authorities to prioritize water supply and sewerage projects and the rehabilitation of the water supply network. Ivanov assured that the funds under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan for the energy renovation of multi-family residential buildings are guaranteed, and 2.5 billion levs are planned for this purpose under a new national program.
The social dialogue in the air traffic management sector - a key focus of a new European project
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is starting work on the new European project "TRANSFER", aimed at improving social dialogue in the civil aviation sector. The project involves 9 partners from 5 countries and aims to transfer good practices from air traffic management to other sub-sectors, as well as to support the transnational exchange of experience between social partners.
The Trakia Motorway with traffic restrictions for mowing vegetation
On June 25, from 5 am to 1 pm, there will be changes in the organization of traffic on Trakia Motorway between km 69 and km 78 in the direction of Sofia. The restrictions are related to the need to mow vegetation in the central divider and on the roadsides of the motorway.
The energy sector in Bulgaria: Sustainable development through strategic resources and international cooperation
The Ministry of Energy of Bulgaria places emphasis on the sustainable development of the energy sector, with the key factor being the exploration and extraction of strategic resources. The country has a modern regulatory framework and a rich geological fund, which attracts investors in the mining industry. The government aims to accelerate administrative procedures and strengthen international cooperation to turn Bulgaria into an active participant in the supply chains of rare earth elements.
The Bulgarian Minister of Agriculture presents key proposals for the reform of the CAP and the EU fisheries.
The Minister of Agriculture and Food, Dr. Georgi Takhov, presented Bulgaria's position on the draft EU Regulation to facilitate the work of farmers and administration. Bulgaria supports the proposals, but insists on additional funding and the removal of administrative burden. Our country also insists on preserving the independence and strategic integrity of the EU Common Agricultural Policy.
Repair activities on "Zahary Stoyanov" Boulevard temporarily restrict traffic.
Construction and repair work on the asphalt pavement of Zahary Stoyanov Boulevard in Sofia will begin. Certain sections of the street will be partially closed to vehicle traffic from June 25 to July 4, 2025, during the time frame from 9:00 to 16:00 hours. Residents must comply with the temporary traffic organization that will be implemented in the area.
Greek facility company expands its operations in Bulgaria
Representatives of the Greek facility management company Facility Experts PC visited the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) to discuss opportunities for expanding their cooperation with Bulgarian partners. The company, which has over 3,000 employees in Greece and provides waste management, cleaning, and other services at airports, is seeking to expand its presence in the Bulgarian market as well.
Repair activities restrict traffic on Hemus Motorway on June 25
On June 25, from 8 am to 7 pm, traffic will be restricted in the direction of Sofia in the active lane at the 65th kilometer of the Hemus Motorway due to pavement restoration. The Road Agency calls on drivers to be cautious and to comply with the restrictions to ensure the safety of all road users.
The Road Infrastructure Agency announces a tender for a project to bypass the Kresna Gorge.
The Road Infrastructure Agency announced a public procurement procedure for the development of a conceptual design that will provide an alternative route for the Struma motorway in the section between Simitli and Kresna, outside the Kresna Gorge. The aim is to divert the transit traffic from the sensitive natural area and preserve the existing route of road I-1 (E79) as a local road.
Burgasbus restores the normal route of line No. 12 in the Izgrev neighborhood.
The transport company "Burgasbus" EOOD announces that from June 25, 2025, the regular route of bus line No. 12 in the residential complex "Izgrev" will be restored. The buses will run along Nikola Petkov Blvd. and Dimitar Avramov St., stopping at the Nikola Petkov and Izgrev, bl. 39 stops.
Bridge financing - a fast and flexible loan for businesses, offered by EOS Matrix.
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry presented a new direct member - EOS Matrix, which offers a unique product for bridge financing. The service provides quick approval and large sums for financing, with key advantages being a loan-to-value ratio of up to 75%, a minimum amount of 1 million euros and a maximum of 10 million euros for a term of 12 to 36 months.
New standards for ground handling at Sofia Airport "Vasil Levski" are being introduced.
The General Directorate "Civil Aviation Administration" (GDCA) introduces mandatory quality standards for ground handling services at Sofia "Vasil Levski" Airport. The company "Swissport Bulgaria" AD temporarily loses its license for these activities until it remedies the violations found.