Average social security income rises by nearly 15%
The average social security income in Bulgaria for August 2024 reached 1,642 levs according to the National Social Security Institute. This represents a 0.3% increase on the previous month and a 14.7% rise compared to August 2023.
The average monthly social security income for the 12-month period ending in August is 1,592.43 levs, marking a 13.7% increase from the previous year. This figure is crucial for individuals retiring in September, as it directly impacts their pension calculations.
Mini Maritsa East is looking for investors for Solar Energy Project
State-owned coal company Mini Maritsa East is looking for investors for its solar energy project, which is still exploring potential funding sources, according to energy minister Vladimir Malinov after MPs from Vazrazhdane inquired about the plan for a photovoltaic park on the mines' territory.
This suggests that the state still has plans to transform the region, although the source of financial backing remains uncertain. To successfully carry out its green transition, Mini Maritsa East is planning a project that includes the construction of a photovoltaic park with a total installed capacity of up to 150 MW.
Demo Tour to test catamaran route between Burgas and Istanbul
The first sea demo tour on the Burgas-Istanbul-Burgas route via catamaran will take place at the end of the week, announced the Burgas Municipality. The initiative comes from the Turkish shipping company IDO. The high-speed catamaran has capacity for 440 passengers.
The purpose of the trial journey is to fine-tune logistics and coordinate all participants involved in the process. For now, scheduled trips at a promotional price of a return ticket for 29 euros are set for the following dates:
- 11.10: Istanbul - Burgas
- 12.10: Burgas - Istanbul
- 13.10: Istanbul - Burgas
- 14.10: Burgas - Istanbul
Ticket reservations can only be made online.
Average social security income rises by nearly 15%
The average social security income in Bulgaria for August 2024 reached 1,642 levs according to the National Social Security Institute. This represents a 0.3% increase on the previous month and a 14.7% rise compared to August 2023.