INAK DOO begins the implementation of the project "Productive investments in "Tehkeramik-M" AD and "Inak Doo" to support the competitiveness of SMEs in the cross-border region", financed from the C...

Project acronym: CBComepetRegion

Project code: BGRS0500082

Financing Agreement Number: RD-02-29-81 / 02.02.2026

Call: Call under Priority 1: "Competitive Border Region"

Priority: Priority 1 – Competitive border region

Specific objective 1.3: Promoting sustainable growth and competitiveness of SMEs and job creation in SMEs, including through productive investments

Project duration (in months): 12 months

Contract value: € 337,055.02

Co-financing: 85% from the EU

Project start date: 03.02.2025

Project end date: 02.02.2027

Leading partner: Tehkeramik-M AD, city of Mezdra (Bulgaria)

Project partner 2: INAK DOO, city of Bosilegrad (Serbia)

The "CBComepetRegion" project is a joint initiative aimed at increasing the competitiveness of enterprises in the cross-border region between Bulgaria and Serbia through the modernization of production and the promotion of sustainable business practices. It is based on the understanding that small and medium-sized enterprises in less developed and rural areas can successfully develop when investments in technologies are combined with the exchange of experiences and a common approach to modern economic challenges.

Thanks to the partnership between Tehkeramik-M AD from Mezdra and INAK DOO from Bosilegrad, the project unites two companies from the construction and ceramic products production sector, which are facing the need for modernization and increasing efficiency. Their joint cooperation creates the basis for the introduction of modern technologies, improving product quality and better positioning on the market.

The project will involve investments in modern production equipment, which will enable the improvement of product quality, optimization of production processes and increase of production capacities of both companies. The project also includes joint initiatives and events aimed at encouraging sustainable business practices in the cross-border region.

A joint business conference is planned with the participation of representatives of companies from both sides of the border, where good practices and solutions related to the circular economy and efficient use of resources will be presented. In parallel, the "Think Green" initiative will be implemented, which includes joint tree planting activities and raising public awareness about the importance of environmental protection.

In addition, a joint study on the green transformation of SMEs in the region will be carried out, which will identify opportunities for introducing more sustainable production practices and more efficient use of resources. In this way, an environment for cooperation, learning and building new partnerships is created. "CBComepetRegion" builds on the potential of local enterprises, combining investments, knowledge and joint initiatives.

The project shows how greater efficiency, better product quality, and more sustainable development of the regional economy can be achieved through coordinated efforts and cross-border cooperation.

This publication is co-financed by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of INAK DOO and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union, the partner countries and the Programme Managing Authority.