Mayor Pencho Milkov visited the production base of "Septona Bulgaria"

Tuesday, 18 February 2025

The company's activities are set to expand significantly and the number of employees will increase by another 150 people

Mayor Pencho Milkov and his deputy Zlatomira Stefanova visited the factory of the leading manufacturer of sanitary products for daily and hospital use "Septona Bulgaria" at the invitation of the General Director Eng. Konstantinos Akilidis. They toured the production facility and learned about the company's current growth, as well as the upcoming expansion of its activities through the construction of a new non-woven textile workshop.

"In recent years, we have seen the impressive development of "Septona" - a dynamically developing business that contributes not only to the economic development of Ruse, but also to the establishment of our city as an attractive place for investments, innovations and sustainable growth. High-tech productions like this create added value, stimulate local business and attract qualified personnel,” said the mayor. He shared with the general director that it is essential for the Municipality of Ruse to support enterprises that bring sustainability and development to the region.

The mayor and his deputy got acquainted with the wet wipes production process, as well as the automatic machines used in the workshop for folding and closing cartons, which increase efficiency, reduce human errors and guarantee high quality of products. Technological processes do not completely replace human labor, as the company’s management stated that they provide good and competitive conditions for their employees. They shared that finding workers for each level of the production process is the biggest challenge they face daily.

“We continue to invest in innovation and sustainable practices in order to offer our customers the best products and remain a leader in the industry. With our plans for the coming years, Septona Bulgaria does not just follow market trends – it shapes them, setting industry standards,” said Eng. Konstantinos Akilidis.

The company’s activities are set to expand significantly through the construction of a nonwovens workshop, production line and warehouses. The investment amounts to BGN 40 million. The first phase of the project is expected to be completed by mid-May, with around 50 new jobs created. The second phase will start in 2026, and after its completion, the staff will increase to approximately 450 people compared to the current slightly over 300, and employment in other production units will also increase.

Over the past 17 years, Septona Bulgaria has invested nearly BGN 100 million in the development of its production facilities in the country. The management expects that the increased capacity will contribute to the expansion of the client base. The company's factory is located in the Eastern Industrial Zone of Ruse and produces wet wipes with different flavors, properties and purposes. Founded in 2007, the company is part of the Greek group "Septona", which was established in 1975 and currently exports its products to over 70 countries. Its only production facility outside our southern neighbor is located in Ruse.

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