Nestlé has announced a significant investment of €44.2 million in its Sofia production facilities, marking a major expansion 23 years after the introduction of the first KitKat production line. The investment underscores Bulgaria’s growing importance in Nestlé’s global manufacturing strategy.  The Bulgarian unit of Swiss food and drink giant Nestle has invested 82 million levs ($43.9 million/41.9 million euro) to add a third production...

These were formerly known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) and are issued by S&P Global. The S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 rankings are now publicly available and confirm the company’s number one global ranking. The company’s efforts were also recognised by the double-A rating from CDP on climate and water in 2024. "We continuously evolve our business model to deliver growth successfully and sust...

In 2024, Lesaffre Bulgaria celebrated its 25th anniversary. In the same year, the first social initiative of Lesaffre Bulgaria was launched - the Academy for Future Bakers. We spoke with Veneta Pisarska, manager of Lesaffre Bulgaria, about the anniversary and the company's presence in Bulgaria. The interview is part of the ALMANAC of Successful Businesses in Bulgaria. Ms. Pisarska, what is the retrospective of the past 25 years of Lesaffre Bulgaria and how has the comp...

For the third year in a row, Coca-Cola HBC has been honoured with the prestigious Top Employer certification by the international Top Employers Institute. This accolade reflects the company’s high achievements in key areas such as business strategy, employee engagement and development, and overall human resource management. Through consistent, team-oriented actions, Coca-Cola HBC continues to solidify its position as a preferred employer in Bulgaria. The company activel...

How do you expect the way consumers choose, buy, and consume products to change in the next 10 years? We expect significant changes in the way consumers choose, buy and consume products. With the development of technology and increasing access to information, consumers will become increasingly informed and demanding. They will  look for products that meet their individual and even momentary needs and preferences, while paying much more attention to healthy and sustain...