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In July 2024, Bulgarian exports registered a 7.4% increase on an annual basis, representing one of the strongest performances of the year. With sales abroad totaling nearly BGN 7.9 billion, July was the best month for exports in 2024. Despite this…

The creation of Smart Industrial Zones (SIZ) in Bulgaria presents significant potential for economic growth and sustainable development. However, several challenges need to be addressed to fully realize this potential. In this article, we will explore…

Tourism is one of the main drivers of economic development in the cross-border region of Ruse-Giurgiu. To promote tourism and increase visits to cultural and historical sites, a joint marketing strategy was developed, featuring a unified branding…

In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Bulgaria and China, the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) organized a two-week visit of a Bulgarian business delegation to China. The delegation,…

The recently adopted amendments to the Accounting Act have the potential to significantly ease the administrative burden on businesses, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These changes could have a positive impact on businesses…

With the growing global challenges facing the industrial sector, Bulgaria has the opportunity to establish itself as a leader in sustainable development through the creation of smart industrial zones (SIZ). These zones not only combine traditional…

Eurochambres, the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry, has launched its annual Economic Survey for 2025 (Eurochambres Economic Survey - EES2025). This survey is crucial for gathering information on the economic challenges…

In the past year, manufacturing enterprises in Ruse have been facing increasing challenges related to high energy prices and reduced demand in international markets. These factors exert significant pressure on businesses, requiring innovative solutions…

On July 10, 2024, Orgachim Resins AD, a leading industrial enterprise in Ruse, was awarded a Class A investment certificate by the Bulgarian Investment Agency (BIA). The certificate, presented to CEO Razvan Garbur by BIA Executive Director Mila Nenova,…

The eurozone's economy grew more than expected in the second quarter of 2024, despite an unexpected contraction in Germany. According to preliminary data from the European Union's statistical office, the gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.3%…

In recent years, the topic of sustainable development and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) has been gaining increasing popularity among businesses worldwide. But what does this mean for companies in Ruse? In this article, we will…

On July 25, 2024, the Bulgarian Parliament began debates on the Euro Adoption Act, setting a new target date for the transition to the euro – July 1, 2025. This move is part of a long-anticipated strategy for Bulgaria’s integration into the Eurozone…

On July 25, 2024, the project for Industrial Park LVZ - Ruse was announced as approved, being part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. The project received funding of 26 million BGN from the Ministry of Innovation and Growth (MIG). This…

In its latest macroeconomic forecast, the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) anticipates that labor costs will continue to rise due to labor shortages, wage increases in the public sector, and heightened economic activity. Despite some media misinterpreting…

Investors who obtain a Class A investment certificate in Bulgaria can take advantage of numerous benefits and incentives that significantly facilitate the implementation of their projects. This certificate is issued by the Minister of Economy and…

On July 9, 2024, the Mayor of Ruse Municipality, Pencho Milkov, and Deputy Mayor Zlatomira Stefanova visited the production facility of "GG Group" in the Ruse Industrial Park. The purpose of the visit was to discuss the progress and plans for the…

The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) presented the 15th consecutive edition of "Bulgaria in Figures®" 2024 at a press conference. This edition is a registered trademark and is highly appreciated by state institutions and partner organizations.…

After a prolonged period of economic stagnation, Europe is finally starting to show signs of growth. While the American economy has been developing at admirable rates, Europe has struggled to maintain stability. According to data from the European…

Ruse has once again proven to be a city of opportunities and new initiatives. Over the weekend, the first Dragon Boat Festival in the city was held in Lipnik Forest Park, attracting the…

On June 20, 2024, with the support of the Municipality of Ruse, the informational event "The Path to Success: Financing and Innovations for Business in Ruse" was held. Organized by the Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with the…

The Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) and the Municipality of Ruse announce a new initiative for the development of digital communication channels within the 'Invest in Ruse' initiative. The goal of this initiative is to strengthen and…

On August 16, from 3 to 5:30 p.m., a campaign will be held in mobile centers for separate collection of waste. Every visitor who handed in more than 1 kg of paper, plastic, glass and metals will receive promotional materials - bags for separate collection…

The Municipality of Ruse provides a new opportunity for online payment of local taxes and fees to its citizens. From July 21 (Friday) they will be able to pay personal, co-owner or third-party debts through the iCard digital wallet.

Aykart…

The municipality of Ruse received 4 dragon boats for the World Championship in 2025, which it will host. The facilities were provided free of charge by the Chinese city of Yichun, with which Rousse recently signed a declaration to establish friendly…

The municipal councillors approved the proposal for the establishment of a Local Initiative Fisheries Group (LIFG) on the territory of the municipalities of Ruse, Ivanovo and Borovo with Ruse Municipality as lead partner.

Its aim is to…

With a solemn ceremony, the beginning of the construction and installation works was given today at the Vocational High School of Electrical Engineering and Electronics in Ruse. A number of improvements are to be made to the facade, courtyard and…

In official letters to the Prime Minister Nikolay Denkov, the Minister of Transport Georgi Gvozdeykov and the Minister of Internal Affairs Kalin Stoyanov, the Mayor of Ruse Pencho Milkov presented the organization of work at the newly opened parking…

The German high-tech international company ATN started its activities in August near Ruse. This became clear from the meeting of the mayor Pencho Milkov, the deputy mayor Zlatomyra Stefanova, the manager of the company Martin Heitzel and the technical…

The Mayor of Ruse Municipality, Pencho Milkov, today welcomed a 10-member delegation from the Chinese city of Yichun, headed by Deputy Mayor Fang Yanru, representatives of various municipal directorates and sports experts. The visit is in connection…

The municipal councilors of Ruse and Giurgiu held a joint meeting in the Romanian city. The two local self-government bodies issued a joint declaration and a letter to the Prime Ministers and Foreign Ministers of the two countries for accelerated…

The project of "Airport Ruse" Ltd., with which the investor undertakes to carry out a number of improvements to the Ruse Airport for its gradual development as a civil one, continues to be implemented at an accelerated pace.

The 9-kilometer…

The municipal councilors approved today with a majority the memorandum concluded between the Municipality of Ruse and the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. It envisages deepening the ties between the two institutions and joint participation in research…

With 44 "yes" votes, the municipal councilors supported the proposal of the mayor Pencho Milkov for the establishment of an indefinite construction right in favor of the "Alexander Rusev" Foundation for the construction of a water rehabilitation center…

The Municipality of Ruse once again commissioned the implementation of the leading business organizations in the region - the Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Bulgarian-Romanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Knowing the specifics…

The Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works has opened for applications the second stage of the implementation of the sub-measure "Support for sustainable energy renovation of the housing stock" under the "Low Carbon Economy" component of…

Funding for the project to repair the gymnasium at the "Ivan Vazov" school in Ruse was approved by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. With the signature of Minister Vesela Lecheva, BGN 425,491.98 will be provided, with which the salon will be strengthened…

Replacement of a large part of the lighting fixtures in Ruse and introduction of an Information System for planning, monitoring and control of electricity costs for street lighting are the main goals of a project implemented by the Municipality of…

In the past year, the Municipality of Ruse commissioned filming and production of an advertising film for Ruse and the region. "Ruse - the northern capital of Bulgaria" has a duration of 10 minutes and was filmed in 4K resolution. The film is a business…

On May 22, a final conference was held in the Round Hall of Ruse Municipality to report on the results achieved under the "Ruse - Low Carbon City" project implemented by the local administration. It is funded by the "European City Facility - EUCF"…

he mayor Pencho Milkov welcomed the Polish ambassador H.E. Dr. Maciej Szymanski in Ruse. The diplomat's visit is at the invitation of the Regional History Museum, where his personal photo exhibition will be opened today at 5:30 p.m.

"We are…

The first 8 thematic maps, part of the geographic information system of the Municipality of Ruse, are now available to citizens.

The creation of the electronic portal, full of spatial information about the various municipal activities, was…

From May 11 to 13, the 18th Tourist Exhibition "Weekend Tourism" will be held in the Revenue Building. In parallel with it, residents of Ruse and guests of the city will be able to visit the 15th edition of the Tourist Entertainment and Animation…

The Municipality of Ruse is investing more than BGN 22 million in municipal, state and credit financing in the large-scale program to improve the urban environment. Until now, the municipal budget has not accumulated so many funds for repairs, and…

The informational tour of the OIC - Ruse in the district ended with today's visit to the municipality of Slivo Pole. The meeting was attended by farmers, municipal officials and other interested parties.

As in all settlements of the district,…

Municipal commercial companies with 100% municipal participation in the capital are planning significant investments in the material base and raising the qualifications of the staff. This became clear from the held balance commission evaluating their…

The Municipality of Ruse informs the citizens that from May 1, bus lines No. 3, 28, 30 and 33 will be served by "Municipal Transport" EAD. The cards issued for the indicated lines will be valid in the vehicles of the municipal company until the charging…

24 buses from the Belgian brand Van Hool (VAN HOOL) were purchased by "Ruse Municipal Transport" EAD. The first ones enter traffic from May 1 and will serve bus lines No. 3, 28, 30 and 33.

The decision is a continuation of the policy of the…

The mayor of Ruse Pencho Milkov and the management of the German company Eberspächer broke ground on a new factory in Ruse. It will produce electric heaters for the needs of the automotive market in Europe. Production will begin in early 2024.

25.04.2023

The Municipality of Ruse rents through an auction land for placing a drinks kiosk (5.00/4.00 m) and an area for tables to the pavilion (6.00/10.00 m) in the "Kraybrezhna" area, at an initial auction monthly rental price of BGN 663.00 excluding VAT.…

The Mayor of Ruse Municipality, Pencho Milkov, today welcomed representatives of the Chinese Embassy in Bulgaria and the Chinese Confucius Institute at Veliko Tarnovo University. They are on a three-day visit to Ruse.

The meeting was attended…

The Ruse kindergarten "Snezhanka" won a project under the national campaign "Clean Environment - 2023". It belongs to the Ministry of Environment and Water - Enterprise for the Management of Environmental Protection Activities (MOEW - PUDOOS), and…

April 19 is the deadline for purchasing documents for participation in the auction for the rental of kiosks for commercial activity, located in the immediate vicinity of the public transport stops in Ruse.

With the current procedure, it is…

Tomorrow, April 11, the 22nd edition of the largest career forum in Bulgaria "National Career Days" will be held at the "Angel Kanchev" University of Ruse.

The event is in Ruse for the 16th year in a row and will provide an opportunity for…

Successful commercial practices and marketing strategies for reaching foreign markets were the main topics of the Digital4Ruse international online trade conference, which is currently being held at the Ruse University's Kanev Center. It was opened…

The Regional Information Center - Ruse held today a webinar on "Indicative Annual Work Programs (AWP) for 2023 of the 10 programs financed by the European Funds for Shared Management (EFSU).

The interested participants in the online meeting…

Today, the first Bulgarian tourist passenger of the season docked at the "Danube Tours" pontoon. The cruise ship "Rousse Prestige" is carrying 62 passengers from Germany.

The tourists were welcomed with music and traditional Bulgarian products.…

26 owners' associations were approved for financial support by the Municipality of Ruse for the issuance of technical passports and the making of energy surveys and architectural photographs. They are required when applying for the current program…

The event dedicated to International Online Trade Digital 4 returns on April 8 in Ruse. It will present the latest and most successful business practices and marketing strategies for reaching foreign markets.
The program includes an impressive…

The Fund of Funds and SU "St. Kliment Ohridski" are launching the second edition of the national competition "Best Youth Startup in Bulgaria", in which young people from 18 to 29 years old can participate. The competition gives individual participants…

With an official groundbreaking ceremony in Ruse, the construction of an anaerobic plant for biodegradable waste began. The activity is part of the project "Design and construction of an anaerobic installation for separately collected biodegradable…

The Ministry of Tourism has developed a Guide with the aim of assisting participants in the tourism industry by raising their awareness of financing opportunities through the use of funds from European funds and programs.

The guide presents…

The first sod of the site "Design and construction of an anaerobic installation for separately collected biodegradable waste on the territory of the Ruse WWTP" under project No. BG16M1OP002-2.004-0003 "Design and construction of an anaerobic installation…

This morning, the first cruise ship with tourists for the upcoming season docked at Pontoon #9. "Viking Lif" carries more than 170 passengers - mostly American citizens, moving from Vienna to the Danube Delta.

Tourists will have the opportunity…

March 28 is the deadline in which the employees of the Municipality of Ruse will accept documents in connection with the administration's launched campaign to assist applicants for free rehabilitation. Loanable funds for the issuance of technical…

The aim is to build an ecosystem for the European Open Web Search and Analysis Infrastructure (OWSAI).

FOR WHOM:

- High-tech small and medium-sized enterprises or startups involved in web technology or software development.

-…

At their regular meeting, the municipal councilors adopted an estimate of the budget revenues and expenses. This is a precedent for the administration and is necessary given the significant delay in the adoption of the State Budget Law for 2023, and…

At today's regular session of the Municipal Council, it was decided that the Municipality of Ruse will support the construction of a monument to Vasil Levski in the city of Taraclia, Moldova. The amount that will be allocated from the municipal budget…

The Municipality of Ruse has started the organization of the procedure for leasing the first 27 out of a total of 48 pavilions for commercial activity, located in the immediate vicinity of stops of the city transport lines. This became possible after…

The Municipality of Ruse has announced a public procurement with the subject: "Performance of SMR for a site: "Restoration and conservation of the roof and the main facades of buildings "A", "K" and "L" of the building of "Dohodno Zdanie" and reconstruction…

Days after the signing of the contract with the Municipality of Ruse, the company "Airport Ruse" began the implementation of its investment program for the restoration of Ruse Airport. Mayor Pencho Milkov also made an overview of the activities on…

Mayor Pencho Milkov met today with Philip Kupfer, the trade counselor at the Austrian Embassy in our country. The development of commercial relations between Rousse and the members of the Chamber of Commerce of Austria was discussed.

"Ruse…

Today, the first sod was broken for the construction of a new distribution center of the company "Antoine Ville" on "Hristo Botev" Blvd. in Ruse.

The guests of the event were the mayor Pencho Milkov and the deputy mayor Zlatomyra Stefanova,…

The construction and repair activities and the improvement of the rowing base in the Forest Park "Lipnik" in the village of Nikolovo have started.

The project includes the construction of sanitary units and a changing room, for which a light…

The Municipality of Ruse reminds all interested parties that the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy (MLSP) announced at the end of January a procedure for recruiting project proposals under Component 1 (K1) "Affordable Housing" from the National…

The Municipality of Ruse has announced a public procurement with the subject: Execution of construction and installation works on a construction site: "SMR for the creation and equipment of isolated rooms for patients with COVID-19 - extension of…

The public order for the selection of a contractor for the design and construction of a buffer parking lot for heavy-duty vehicles on "Bulgaria" Blvd., owned by the Municipality of Ruse, has ended.

The only participant in the procedure - "Lyunik"…

Despite the prohibition to dispose of construction waste in household waste containers or packaging containers, a large number of households, when carrying out renovations, dispose of their waste directly in them or leave it in unregulated landfills.…

For the third year in a row, Rousse is in first place in the ranking of the British financial newspaper "Financial Times" /"Financial times"/ FDI Intelligence. The indicator on the basis of which the Danube city is ranked is cost efficiency, as it…

Mayor Pencho Milkov and Deputy Mayors Zlatomyra Stefanova and Dimitar Nedev were on a working visit to the temporary production base of the German car heater manufacturer Eberspächer. The activity was presented by the manager Ruslan Papazyan and the…

With 37 "yes" votes, the municipal councilors agreed to the Ruse Municipality terminating the concession contract for 130 public transport stops in Ruse, located in Zone 1.

It was concluded in 2012 with the concessionaire "Tabak Trafik" EAD…

The requirements for the quality of the applicant projects are increasing.

The municipal councilors unanimously approved a change in the rules of the "Culture" program, with which the Municipality of Ruse finances events and…

The Municipality of Ruse participates with an independent stand in the 39th edition of the International Tourist Exchange "Holiday and Spa Expo 2023". The exhibition takes place from February 15 to 17 in Inter Expo Center - Sofia under the auspices…

Mayor Pencho Milkov welcomed today the rector of the Mongolian Otoch Manranba University Prof. Dr. Kamba Lama Natsagdorzh. He is one of the most revered spiritual leaders in Mongolia and is visiting Bulgaria at the invitation of the Embassy of Mongolia…

At the final press conference, the team of the project "Investing in road safety and improving the connectivity of the Municipality of Ruse and the District of Giurgiu with the TEN-T transport network", e-MS code ROBG-418, presented the main activities…

From January 24, 2022, online inquiries and payment will resume from the updated page of the administrative services system of "Local taxes and fees" on the website of the Municipality of Ruse.

The possibilities for implementing the recovery plan of "SPARKI RUSE 2020", which the management of the company is working on, were discussed by the Mayor of Ruse Municipality Pencho Milkov and Deputy Mayor Zlatomyra Stefanova with the operational…

At today's meeting, the Council of Ministers voted to allocate BGN 2.6 million to the Municipality of Ruse. for the restoration of civil flights from Ruse Airport.

The ministry foresees simplified procedures for the passage of passengers and cargo across the Danube Bridge

The stronger relationship between the peoples of Bulgaria and Mongolia was discussed during the visit of the new ambassador of the Asian country, Her Excellency Lhagvasuren Sayanaa, to the mayor of Ruse Municipality, Pencho Milkov.

Representatives of the Municipality of Ruse took part in a technical conference on intelligent and sustainable urban mobility in Bulgaria. It was organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in our country and the Spanish Institute for Foreign…

One year after supplying the Municipality of Ruse with equipment for disinfection, washing and cleaning of the city's streets in accordance with a winning procedure under the ZOP, the German company for the production of professional and amateur cleaning…

Turkey continues to have a serious interest in investments in the Bulgarian economy, and the pandemic situation has not affected the economic relations between the two countries.

The president of the "America for Bulgaria" foundation, Nancy Schiller, got acquainted with the possibilities for the development of tourism in Ruse and the region today.

Mayor Pencho Milkov asked the Turkish delegation the question of the Balkan hotel building.

Representatives of more than 15 companies and business organizations from Ruse and the region had the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and experience with a delegation from the British Embassy and the British-Bulgarian Business Association at…

Achieving carbon neutrality, creating a Bulgarian-British student program and attracting British investments were among the topics of the conversation between the management of the Municipality of Ruse and British Ambassador Rob Dixon today.

The forum "Meeting of business in Ruse", organized by the capital "Capital", brought together representatives of the municipal administration, businesses and citizens in the "Riga" hall in the hotel of the same name.

The team of the project "Development of the Danube River for better connectivity of the Euroregion Ruse-Giurgevo with the Pan-European Transport Corridor No. 7" presented an overview of the performed activities to the citizens and the management of…

"We are in the process of creating our GIS system and have foreseen information layers with municipal properties, as well as those with geodetic recorded points, open for access by citizens and for the benefit of builders". Mayor Pencho Milkov said…

The mayor personally presented the "Municipal Investor" award to the manager Stanko Stankov.

The Mayor of Ruse Municipality met with managers of key positions in "Accenture Bulgaria" to discuss opportunities for cooperation in the field of information technologies and support for IT specialists from Ruse.

For 2020, the Municipality of Ruse has realized 55.7% of its investment program, compared to 47.2% in 2019.

Today, the Municipality of Ruse sent letters to the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works and the representatives of Ruse business organizations for a joint solution to the problem of heavy truck traffic in the city.

The Mayor of Ruse Municipality Pencho Milkov met with the Ambassador of Ukraine to our country H.E. Vitaly Moskalenko.

The management of the Municipality of Ruse is seeking the opinion of the citizens in the development of the Plan for the Integrated Development of the Municipality of Ruse (PIRO) for the period 2021 - 2027. The draft of the "Strategic framework for…

The public auction with open bidding for the pavilions of the traditional Christmas bazaar in Ruse will be held in September. The initial price for a house starts from BGN 588 excluding VAT for the entire period. In October, the auction will be held…

Ruse Municipality is ready with its new investment profile. Its preparation was dictated by a series of meetings with businesses and industry organizations, which identified the need for a document providing useful and up-to-date information and the…