Sofia Airport unveils Terminal 3 design
The concessionaire Sof Connect and investor Meridiam presented their concept for the future Terminal 3 at Sofia Airport today. The project, valued at 500 million levs, aims to transform the airport into Europe's first 5-star regional hub, with capacity for 20 million passengers annually. It is due to open in 2031.
The new terminal will feature a modern, innovative design aligned with the latest international standards and environmental sustainability. Terminal 3 is tipped to make Sofia Airport into a key strategic hub in Eastern Europe, fulfilling Meridiam's commitment under the concession contract.
Bulgaria nominates Zaharieva as new EU commissioner
Bulgaria's prime minister Dimitar Glavchev has confirmed the nomination of Ekaterina Zaharieva as Sofia's new, sole candidate for EU commissioner. Zaharieva's career to date includes heading multiple ministries such as that of Regional Development, Justice and, finally, Foreign Affairs.
Julian Popov, from WCC, had been the other candidate on the initial shortlist for consideration but it is believed that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen favored Zaharieva.
Notably, Zaharieva was embroiled in a scandal involving Petar Haralampiev, who in 2018 headed the Bulgarian State Agency for Bulgarians Abroad. Haralampiev was arrested for running an illegal scheme to issue Bulgarian citizenship documents to foreigners and was accused of leading an organized crime group. Zaharieva faced scrutiny over her role although an investigation into her tenure revealed no evidence of wrongdoing.
Industrial production continues 19-month fall
In July 2024, industrial production increased by 0.6% from the previous month but registered a 2.5% decline compared to July 2023, marking the 19th consecutive month of annual decline, according to the National Statistical Institute (NSI). The processing industry fell by 3.6%, while the mining industry saw a 1.7% decrease.
In contrast, electricity, heat energy, and gas production grew by 12.4%, and tobacco product manufacturing surged by 51.8%. Construction output decreased by 0.1% from June but increased by 2.5% compared to July 2023, marking the seventh straight month of annual growth.
Sofia Airport unveils Terminal 3 design
The concessionaire Sof Connect and investor Meridiam presented their concept for the future Terminal 3 at Sofia Airport today. The project, valued at 500 million levs, aims to transform the airport into Europe's first 5-star regional hub, with capacity for 20 million passengers annually. It is due to open in 2031.
