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Trokuttest Group showcased innovative solutions for quality control, laboratory testing and predictive maintenance at MachTech 2026
From 6 to 9 October 2026, Trokuttest Group took part in the latest edition of MachTech&InnoTech Expo in Bulgaria, presenting a wide range of high-tech solutions for quality control, research and development (R&D), laboratory testing and predictive maintenance of industrial equipment. The exhibition covered various fields of industrial inspection and testing, from visual inspection and weld defect detection to material analysis, hardness testing, deformation analysis and diagnostics of production equipment. Highlights included new digital tools, automated systems and software solutions designed to help specialists work with greater precision, speed and efficiency.
2026-11-04Read the article
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Techron Group is expanding its manufacturing operations in Europe with a new plastic components plant in the Serbian city of Indjia
The Chinese company Techron Group is preparing to open its first manufacturing facility outside of China, having selected the industrial zone in the city of Indija, Serbia, for this purpose. The plant, whose official opening is scheduled for November 18, 2026, will manufacture plastic components for electric vehicles intended for the European automotive industry. The initial investment amounts to 20 million euros, and the production facility will occupy approximately 4,500 m². The first deliveries to European customers are expected in late February 2027, BalkanEngineer.com learned from information provided by the Serbian media outlet eKapija.
2026-11-04Read the article
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Tesla and its partners are launching the construction of the first of three battery parks in Bulgaria, with a total capacity of over 2,300 MWh
Construction has begun on a new 300 MWh energy storage battery park in the industrial zone of the town of Tvarditsa, Bulgaria. The project is being carried out in partnership with the Bulgarian companies Asarel-Trade and Power Profit and the American company Tesla, whose Megapack 2XL technology will be used in the facility. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on October 20, 2026, and commissioning is scheduled for the second quarter of 2027, BalkanEngineer.com learned from an official statement by the Council of Ministers of Bulgaria.
2026-11-03Read the article
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BETELGEUS presents enhanced STACKBOT at MachTech 2026, focusing on intelligent palletising and safety
At this year's edition of MachTech & InnoTech Expo, held from 6 to 9 October at Inter Expo Center in Sofia, Bulgarian trading, engineering and manufacturing company BETELGEUS presented the latest developments in its standardised robotic system, STACKBOT. The upgrades include software enhancements, expanded integration capabilities with industrial information systems and full compliance with the latest safety requirements for robotic applications.
2026-10-29Read the article
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Kolektor Etra has expanded its transformer plant near Belgrade, Serbia, with an investment of 14 million euros and new technological equipment
The Slovenian transformer manufacturer Kolektor Etra has expanded its plant in Barajevo, near Belgrade, Serbia, with a new production hall built with an investment of 14 million euros. The facility covers an area of 3,100 m² and is equipped with specialized installations for drying transformer windings and active components, as well as a bridge crane with a lifting capacity of 70 metric tons. With this expansion, the company is increasing its production capacity for European markets, BalkanEngineer.com learned from an official announcement by the Serbian Development Agency.
2026-10-29Read the article
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An investment of 8.5 million euros will provide a new sewer system and wastewater treatment facilities on the Albanian Riviera
Albania has announced a public tender worth approximately 8.5 million euros for the construction of a sewer network and a wastewater treatment plant in the coastal town of Jale, located on the Albanian Riviera. The investment involves the creation of new infrastructure for the collection, conveyance, and treatment of domestic wastewater in the tourist area. The project’s contracting authority is the Vlorë Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company, and the deadline for submitting bids is November 11, 2026, BalkanEngineer.com learned from information provided by SeeNews.
2026-10-27Read the article
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Romania has begun testing the gas turbines at the “Mintia” power plant, a project representing an investment of over 1.2 billion euros
The new “Mintia” gas-fired power plant in Romania has moved on to one of the key stages prior to its commissioning. On October 8, 2026, the first ignition of gas turbine No. 1 took place, following the start of testing earlier this year on the electrical equipment for grid connection. The plant is being built on the site of a former coal-fired thermal power plant in Hunedoara County, with an investment exceeding 1.2 billion euros. Upon completion of the entire complex, the installed capacity will reach approximately 1,700 MW, BalkanEngineer.com learned from information provided by the Romanian news agency Agerpres.
2026-10-23Read the article
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Greece is preparing 95 million euro in aid to cover the electricity costs of industrial enterprises
Greece is preparing a new support scheme for industrial enterprises with high electricity consumption, for which up to 95 million euros have been earmarked. Potential beneficiaries include manufacturers of cement, food, paper, and plastic products, whose costs are directly affected by rising energy prices. The financial support will cover consumption in 2026, with disbursement of funds expected to begin in 2027, BalkanEngineer.com learned from a joint official statement by the Greek Ministries of Environment and Energy and of National Economy and Finance.
2026-10-21Read the article
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Chinese manufacturer Sungrow will supply 130 MWh of battery systems for a large-scale photovoltaic project in Albania
The Chinese company Sungrow will supply a 130 MWh energy storage battery system for Project Blue, one of the largest private solar projects in Albania. The facility will be integrated into a 185 MWp solar park in the Fier region, in the western part of the country. An agreement for the delivery has been signed with the Albanian companies Matrix Konstruksion and Blessed Investment Group, which are jointly developing the project, BalkanEngineer.com learned from a Sungrow press release cited by industry publications.
2026-10-20Read the article
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Germany's MS XTEC acquires a majority stake in Serbian manufacturer IDAS and expands its production with a third facility
German company MS XTEC has acquired a 51% stake in Serbian company IDAS, which specializes in the production of high-precision metal components, assemblies, and custom-made products, and is based in Mol, Ada Municipality. The deal adds a third production location to MS XTEC’s structure and expands its operations to include small-batch production and custom manufacturing, BalkanEngineer.com learned from an official announcement by the parent company, MS Industrie.
2026-10-15Read the article