The Bulgarian port of Burgas can now accommodate 260 m long cargo ships thanks to an infrastructure update co-financed by CEF Transport.  The rebirth28 project constructed a new deep-water berth (berth 28) at the Burgas West terminal in the port of Burgas in Bulgaria The project created a dedicated area for container handling and storage along with low-emission solutions for moving cargo between ships and rail The rail infrastructure at the terminal has also been upgraded to increase rail transport capacity to and from the port.  Key technical details of the new berth 28 include:  with the building of nine caissons for the new quay wall was used to excavate over 289,000 cubic metres all nine caissons were successfully installed at the sea bottom Additional work included the installation of an electric power and lighting system as well as the renovation of 630 m of railway tracks and adjacent pavement Construction was completed in January 2025.  The project also includes a shore side electricity supply infrastructure serving the new quay wall of terminal Burgas West This system includes two shore power modules and aims at reducing emissions from ships in port by providing power to vessels while docked.  The upgraded port infrastructure offers several key benefits: The EU funded rebirth 28 project is part of BMF Port Burgas AD's broader investment plan to develop the Burgas West terminal as a key transport hub along the Baltic Sea - Black Sea - Aegean Sea Core Network Corridor The project aligns with EU priorities to reduce the carbon footprint of the transport sector by implementing low-emission technologies for cargo handling CEF Transport is the key EU funding instrument for the development of high performing with a focus on the development and modernisation of the TEN-T network CEF has supported 1,666 projects worth almost €44 billion in the Transport sector Looking to access paid articles across multiple policy topics Interested in policy insights for EU professional organisations the state wants to have a veto over the sale of Lukoil Neftochim either observed and verified directly by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources the Russian company is the largest fuel producer on the Balkan Peninsula and a significant exporter of aviation fuel to almost all countries ETG Maintenance's primary base maintenance operation is located in Varna Bulgarian MRO specialist ETG Maintenance has outlined plans to build a new hangar at Burgas Airport on the Black Sea after reaching a deal with the Bulgarian orthodox church to secure land at the site The project includes a multi-bay hangar complex capable of housing widebody and narrowbody aircraft ETG Maintenance will invest a total of €61 million ($64 million) in the new project which the company says will be completed within the next three years The project is expected to create 500 jobs in its initial phase and—once at full capacity—close to 1,500 new roles Another part of the project is an engine repair shop in Burgas “This expansion is a natural step in ETG Maintenance’s continuous growth over the past years We have proven our expertise and reliability and this new facility will allow us to serve our current and future clients at an even higher level with increased capacity and capabilities,” said Stefan Trifonov The MRO provider currently offers base maintenance for current-generation Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families It also has a component repair shop in Sofia The combined value of airframe and component maintenance for 737NGs and the A320ceo family in Eastern Europe will rise to almost $800 million next year according to Aviation Week Network’s Commercial Fleet & MRO Forecast 2025 after which it will fall gradually to under $500 million by 2034 ETG Maintenance is part of Israeli company Vector Group which also owns charter and ACMI operator Elektra Airways charter broker Classic Air and midlife to late-life lessor Maverick Horizon The MRO provider appears to benefit from synergies within this group and from its Israeli connections it performed a C check on a narrowbody for Israeli LCC Arkia Airways carried out as part of a package deal with sister company Maverick Horizon is editor of the Engine Yearbook and a contributor to Aviation Week and Inside MRO insight and analysis from our award-winning editors delivered to your inbox daily HOT: » What kind of news would you like to see more of? the intersection of technology and education is creating new opportunities and changing the way we live and work a Bulgarian software engineer and AI educator whose journey from Burgas to the U.S serves as a beacon of success for young people in Bulgaria aspiring to make an impact in technology and science writes Danielle Ray from the "Sentinel & Enterprise" newspaper Martin Yanev has already carved out an impressive career path in the field of artificial intelligence and software engineering After completing his bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering in Bulgaria obtaining a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Cranfield University was ignited during his time in the aerospace industry where he worked on air traffic control systems for European military and civil aviation at the intersection of engineering and software that Martin realized the power of coding and its potential to transform industries This led him to pursue a second master’s degree in computer science at Fitchburg State University (FSU) in the U.S. where he currently works as a lecturer in the computer science department Martin has quickly become a key figure in the AI field He was one of the first professors at FSU to teach AI and his passion for the subject has translated into a dynamic teaching approach that merges theoretical knowledge with real-world applications Martin teaches multiple AI courses each semester to master’s students helping them understand the intricacies of machine learning His ability to bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice makes him a sought-after mentor for students eager to enter the tech world he is focusing on major AI development projects at Waters Corporation continuing his research and collaborating with students on cutting-edge AI studies His research includes work on modern machine learning methods and the development of AI-driven educational tools such as his published study on transforming textbooks into long-form educational videos using AI Martin’s dedication to advancing the field of AI is not just limited to academia he wrote a book titled Building AI Applications with OpenAI APIs which guides readers through creating innovative AI projects using popular tools such as ChatGPT The book received widespread praise from both the tech community and students leading to a second edition being planned for release Martin designed a course based on the material from his book allows students to apply their skills in creating The course emphasizes real-world techniques that help students integrate AI into their software projects boosting productivity and innovation in the field Martin’s story is a testament to the power of education and the importance of embracing new opportunities Martin was always passionate about math and physics he is the first in his family to pursue a career in engineering His journey serves as an example for young Bulgarians who dream of a career in technology and science showing them that with hard work and determination I was welcomed with open arms,” Martin says combined with the support from the university and its international student department The people and resources here made it easier for me to concentrate on what I came to do—create He has plans to write a new book focused on AI agents and virtual assistants exploring how these tools can automate workflows and improve user interactions across various industries Martin continues to publish cutting-edge research on emerging AI techniques collaborating with students at FSU to explore topics like multi-agent systems Martin Yanev remains committed to advancing the field of AI and pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve is a powerful reminder of the potential within Bulgaria’s own tech community he not only showcases the strength of Bulgarian talent abroad but also inspires young Bulgarians to dream big and pursue their passions especially in fields like software engineering and artificial intelligence For those in Bulgaria who aspire to follow in his footsteps Martin’s story is proof that with the right combination of education We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria Bulgarian businesses are actively recruiting students to fill seasonal positions for the upcoming summer offering earnings ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 leva A Romanian family paid 3,084.60 leva (1,500 euros) for medical treatment at the Burgas University Hospital following a serious road accident A 33-year-old man from the village of Semchinovo has been taken into custody by the police for physically assaulting a 10-year-old child Bulgarian educational institutions have witnessed a growing presence of Russian cultural initiatives raising concerns about potential propaganda targeting young students Grigor Dimitrov advanced to the round of 16 at the Madrid Masters after securing a straight-sets win over Britain’s Jacob Fearnley The Bulgarian mobile operator A1 has confirmed that it is experiencing technical difficulties affecting both calls and text messages across its network all retailers in Bulgaria will be required to display prices in both leva and euros a major British tour operator specializing in holidays to Bulgaria has halted all its operations effective April 24 Wage growth in Bulgaria is projected at 9.3 percent for 2025 a 15.4 percent rise in the minimum wage since January The World Bank has revised down its forecast for Bulgaria’s economic growth in 2025 Bulgaria is approaching the final stages of preparation for transitioning card payments from the national currency Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov held a meeting with Susan Falatko the Charge d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Bulgaria Google Street View Cars Return to Bulgaria for Major Mapping Update Housing Prices Soar in Bulgaria’s Major Cities as Demand and Supply Strain Increase The Bulgarian Rhythmic Gymnastics Federation (BRGF) and the Municipality of Burgas for the first time will host the European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup from May 15 to 18 More than 130 girls and women representing 12 countries will compete in individual and ensemble events BRGF President Iliana Raeva said: "We are honoured to have the BRGF welcome the most elite gymnasts from the European rhythmic gymnastics scene for the first time and I hope that together we will turn the third European Cup in history into a true celebration of rhythm and beauty Let us together show the world the beauty of our sport and its power to unite It brings people together in difficult times it brings happiness and puts smiles on faces." Contacts +359 2 9262 210 By accepting cookies you can enjoy a better experience while browsing pages Serving the industrial lifting market since 2001 BMF's collaboration with Konecranes began 12 years ago when the Bulgarian company purchased four pre-owned Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour cranes Bulgarian port operator BMF Port Burgas AD has placed an order for two Generation 6 Konecranes Gottwald ESP.9 mobile harbour cranes The agreement was finalised in the first quarter of 2025 with delivery anticipated by the fourth quarter of the same year BMF’s collaboration with Konecranes began 12 years ago when the Bulgarian company purchased four pre-owned Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour cranes two of these cranes underwent retrofitting with external power supplies aimed at lowering onsite emissions and reducing operational costs This retrofit was extended to the remaining two cranes in 2021 The recent acquisition marks BMF’s first investment in new Konecranes Gottwald ESP.9 cranes This move is part of BMF’s strategy to enhance terminal handling performance and further its commitment to reducing emissions by equipping the cranes with external power supplies from the start BMF project manager Nikola Kosev said: “Our existing Konecranes equipment has proven its reliability and efficiency for more than a decade – meeting our expectations every step of the way “We’re excited to now reach the milestone of investing in two brand new cranes significantly boosting our performance in handling both project cargo and containers.” BMF Port Burgas is expanding its equipment to accommodate rising freight volumes The operator has developed a new deep-water berth at the Burgas West Terminal enhancing its capacity to handle larger vessels and heavier cargo This development strengthens BMF’s role as a significant logistics provider in the Black Sea region Konecranes Port Solutions regional sales manager Andreas Czwalinna said: “BMF’s journey from operating pre-owned cranes to investing in the latest Generation 6 models is a great example of successful growth with Konecranes “We are proud to have supported them for more than a decade always finding the right handling and drive solutions for their needs.” The contract aligns with Konecranes’ Ecolifting initiative which aims to increase the positive environmental impact of its products and services while helping customers decrease their carbon footprints Last month, the Saguenay Port Authority in Quebec ordered a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.6B mobile harbour crane for a cargo handling system that is presently being developed Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the Progressive Media network © Business Trade Media International Limited BMF Port Burgas has introduced Gate Automation Technology at its Advanced Container Terminal (ACT) in Burgas This project, undertaken in collaboration with DSP and AllRead aims to streamline the terminal’s operational processes—from Optical Character Recognition (OCR) access control to seamless integration with the Terminal Operating System (TOS) Located along Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast BMF Port Burgas operates the ‘Burgas East-2’ and ‘Burgas West’ terminals The port has committed to enhancing efficiency and competitiveness by investing in new technology and infrastructure at ACT Burgas These upgrades include a 15.5-metre deep-water berth and a specialised yard of 54,000 square metres for container handling and storage these improvements will increase ACT Burgas’s capacity to 350,000 TEUs annually READ: DSP integrates TIC4.0 standards in flagship product DSP led the integration of AllRead’s OCR technology with the NAVIS N4 TOS at ACT Burgas and providing localised training to the management teams ensuring they could operate the new system effectively ACT Burgas’s IT team managed the acquisition and installation of the necessary hardware Marco Fehmer, CEO of DSP, noted: “The adoption of last-generation technology is a must-have for a modern container terminal to stay competitive and offer top-quality service to its customers Gate operations are a perfect candidate for automation and digitalisation.” surpassing the project’s initial performance benchmarks The new system automates the Outgate control process by recognising truck licence plates and linking them to containers It also detects container seals to improve security the system validates licence plate information with NAVIS N4 allowing authorised exits while flagging discrepancies for manual checks Adriaan Landman, COO of AllRead, further added: “Container Terminals like ACT Burgas show a growing willingness to adopt collaborative approaches involving various partners in digitalisation projects In 2023, International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) partnered with Intelligent E-Processes Technologies Corp. (IETC) to improve the gate process for trucks at the Port of Manila DP World is set to implement OneStop Modal and the OneStop Vehicle Booking System (VBS) The US House of Representatives has voted to overturn the Environmental Protection Agency‘s (EPA) 2023 global schedule reliability surged to 57.5 per cent Container throughput at the Port of Melbourne totalled 267,000 TEUs in March 2025 Cover image: ©Associated Press The death toll has risen to at least 70 Moniz is a highly accomplished and renowned underwater forensics.. SANMAR signed a contract with PORT FLOT – BURGAS one of Bulgaria’s leading towage companies to build a multi-purpose tug to join its fleet The new tugboat will be one of the Turkish tug-builder and operator’s Boğaçay Series and to be known as BOĞAÇAY LXXXI while under construction It will be based on the exclusive-to-SANMAR RAmparts 2400SX-MKII design from Canadian naval architect Robert Allan Ltd PORT FLOT - BURGAS has more than 35 years of tradition in the maritime business at Burgas Port operating 24/7 throughout the year with five tugs providing reliable and safe services in the 41km (25.5 miles) wide Bay of Burgas on the Black Sea BOĞAÇAY LXXXI will have an overall length of 24.4m a molded beam of 12m and a molded depth of 4.5m and a navigational draft of approximately 5.45m diesel-powered vessel will accommodate a crew of six achieve a bollard pull over its stern of at least 70 tons Its two main engines will meet stringent IMO Tier III emission standards and advanced machinery automation will optimize efficiency BOĞAÇAY LXXXI is scheduled to be delivered in August 2025 Fast-growing energy demand is driving the need for technical support and guidance in new locations a 170-year-old French family-owned company operating across a broad swath of maritime and offshore energy… Belgium-based offshore installation services company DEME has completed the acquisition Havfram dedicated for work at the Greensand carbon capture and storage (CCS) project we excel in creating stunning illuminated yacht names and logos and cutting-edge LED and fiber optic solutions Maritime Reporter E-News is the maritime industry's largest circulation and most authoritative ENews Service delivered to your Email five times per week Putin and Lukashenko speak on Union State ties and united historical memory at Volgograd forum Russia proposes joint aviation venture with Belarus as part of expanded industrial cooperation Russian and Belarusian agents accused of plotting attacks on exiled 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young scientists Download the pdf version Download the pdf version Download the pdf version Download the pdf version Armoured vehicles producer International Armored Group (IAG) has launched a plant to produce armoured vehicles and drones in the Bulgarian city of Burgas the Burgas municipality said in a statement on October 1 owned by Bulgarian entrepreneur Anton Stefov will produce defence equipment to Nato standards which the alliance has bolstered militarily since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.  President Rumen Radev stressed the importance of Bulgaria having its own capacities to manufacture defence products.  “Modern conflicts and the deteriorating security environment show the need for our country to have its own national capacities for the production of its own defence products which would guarantee reliability in maintenance and continuous adaptation to defence needs,” Radev said according to a statement from the presidency.  "The opening of the plant is of particular importance for the Bulgarian economy the development of Burgas and the region,” the president added.  The Bulgarian plant will produce over 150 different types of armoured vehicles and drones for rescue intelligence and emergency teams in cooperation with Bulgarian partners The production will be sold on global markets The new factory is located on an area of 150,000 square metres in the Burgas industrial zone The initial investment is expected to exceed BGN20mn (€10.2mn) and the number of employees to reach over 300 people when I announced that I would invest in Bulgaria there were people who tried to dissuade me I can proudly say that we built our first Bulgarian plant in Burgas ahead of schedule This is the beginning of a production process that will produce different types of combat vehicles – for infantry meeting the highest Nato standards – STANEG 1 3 and 4,” Stefov said at the launching ceremony as quoted in the statement He added that all new products will also be manufactured in the Burgas plant IAG has three other manufacturing facilities located in the US Check the box to receive the e-magazine to your inbox every month for free Get notified when there's a new bne IntelliNews Podcasts added About  .  Contact  .  Donation an extensive underwater archaeological survey in Chengene Skele Bay adding to the substantial collection of 310 glass vessels discovered in previous years This discovery was led by Professor Ivan Hristov from the National History Museum The glass objects are believed to date back to the late 16th or early 17th century the hypothesis has been proposed that the vessels were most likely produced in a workshop on the island of Murano in the second half of the 16th century or the beginning of the 17th century Here the question of the exact dating of the glass objects and the possible shipwreck remains to be determined,” stated the Regional Historical Museum Burgas (RHM Burgas) located at a depth of 2 to 2.5 meters (6.6 to 8.2 feet) yielded dozens of whole and fragmented glass vessels mentioned in European diplomatic records from the 18th and 19th centuries revealed a concentration of late antique and medieval amphora fragments including parts of Gunsenin type III amphorae from the 12th-13th centuries the area known as the monastery port near St Anastasia Island added another layer to the historical narrative Underwater inspections here uncovered fragments of ceramic vessels from the 18th-19th centuries aligning with historical accounts of significant maritime activities The discoveries from these areas are significant for understanding the trade dynamics and production techniques of glassware in the Balkans during the Late Ottoman period the newly discovered glass items will be exhibited at the Archaeological Museum in Burgas Regional Historical Museum Burgas and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()) Learn how to describe the 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debate - find out why Water Matters We give you the latest climate facts from the world’s leading source analyse the trends and explain how our planet is changing We meet the experts on the front line of climate change who explore new strategies to mitigate and adapt Authorities in Bulgaria seized some 436 kilograms of heroin at the Black Sea port of Burgas the district prosecutor’s office said on Monday The heroin was stashed in 434 packages hidden inside officially declared cargo in a trailer The drug haul’s value is estimated at €35 million "This is the largest amount of drugs seized on the territory of Burgas since the existence of statistical records," said district prosecutor Georgi Chinev The trailer had arrived at the end of July on a land route from Kyrgyzstan to the Georgian Black Sea port of Batumi it was due to continue its route to Greece's Alexandroupolis supposedly transporting cable-laying machines raised suspicion due to its unusually long stay at the port anti-drug unit chief Ivan Sokolov told reporters adding that an X-ray inspection led to the discovery of the concealed heroin and no persons found involved in this cross-border crime,” Chinev said which lies on a drug route from the Middle East to Western Europe has taken massive steps in recent years to prevent drug trafficking A conviction of drug trafficking in the country now carries up to 20 years in prison Kazakh oil is becoming more widely used in Europe following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine The Burgas refinery already receives about 40% of its supplies from KazMunayGas and the acquisition would strengthen the Kazakh company’s position in the European market stopped short today (5 February) of linking Hezbollah to a terrorist attack at a Bulgarian airport last summer despite recent findings suggesting the opposite The Iranian-backed group is currently not on the EU list of terrorist organisations In a statement Ashton said that "reflection" and "serious assessment" were needed over the outcome of an investigation by Bulgarian authorities into the terrorist attack that destroyed a bus at the airport of Burgas on 18 July >> Read: Terror hits EU soil: Blast hits Israeli tourist bus in Bulgaria Speaking at a press conference on 5 February Ashton commended the Bulgarian enquiry but stopped short of making a link with Hezbollah "We have to reflect on the consequences we have to consult and come back," she said Bulgaria’s Interior Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov has today (5 February) linked the attack to Hezbollah saying that two individuals with links to Lebanon's militant group were involved in the bomb attack "We have established that the two were members of the militant wing of Hezbollah," Tsvetanov said "There is data showing the financing and connection between Hezbollah and the two suspects." The two have lived in Lebanon between 2006 and 2010 the pair held genuine passports from Australia and Canada adding that Bulgaria had requested cooperation from the law enforcement authorities in those countries and Lebanon Israel was fast to blame the Burgas blast on Hezbollah and Iran the Bulgarian authorities said they would name the perpetrators only when they gather sufficient evidence Tehran has denied responsibility and accused Israel of plotting and carrying out the blast Hezbollah has not publicly responded to charges by Israel and US agencies that it played a role the conclusions of the Bulgarian investigation may open the way for the EU to join the United States in including Hezbollah a powerful Shi'ite Islamist militia that is part of the Lebanese government Ashton’s reaction appears to indicate that Hezbollah will not be included in the EU list of terrorist organisations anytime soon the name Hezbollah doesn’t appear in the statement the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy speaks of the need of an “assessment” of the Bulgarian investigation as well as to bringing to justice the terrorist who planned the attack “The High Representative underlines the need for a reflection over the outcome of the investigation The EU and Member States will discuss the appropriate response based on all elements identified y the investigators,” the statement ends EURACTIV Greece: Επ?θεση στο Μπουργκ?ς: Καμ?α αναφορ? της Ashton στην Χεζμπολ?χ BMF and Konecranes have partnered for 12 years starting with BMF’s purchase of four pre-owned cranes two of which were retrofitted in 2016 to reduce emissions and operating costs BMF extended this successful retrofit to its other two mobile harbor cranes in 2021 The customer is now taking another step towards lower emissions with a first-time investment in two brand-new Konecranes Gottwald ESP.9 mobile harbor cranes bringing the handling performance of the terminal to an entirely new level BMF has opted to equip both cranes with an external power supply from the outset READ: CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal to gain Konecranes hybrid RTGs said: “Our existing Konecranes equipment has proven its reliability and efficiency for more than a decade – meeting our expectations every step of the way “We’re excited to now reach the milestone of investing in two brand new cranes significantly boosting our performance in handling both project cargo and containers.” stated: “BMF’s journey from operating pre-owned cranes to investing in the latest Generation 6 models is a great example of successful growth with Konecranes “We are proud to have supported them for more than a decade always finding the right handling and drive solutions for their needs.” Similarly, in March, the Saguenay Port Authority in Quebec placed an order for a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.6B Mobile Harbor Crane as part of a new cargo handling system under development Burgas and Varna airports are set to welcome a wide range of new routes and airlines this summer reflecting an expected boost in tourism in Bulgaria managed by the concessionaire Fraport Twin Star Airport Management are planning for significant growth in passenger traffic with dozens of new destinations now available with over 70 routes across more than 20 countries is prepared to handle the increasing demand In response to concerns about its declining role in the region compared to Varna the airport has managed to secure a number of new routes The airline will also extend its services to new destinations like Dublin Wizz Air will resume several popular routes to cities such as Vienna and Bulgaria Air will start operating its Sofia-Burgas route daily from July Other notable additions include Austrian Airlines' new flights from Vienna Discover Airlines' connections to Frankfurt and Munich and a broad expansion from Eurowings and Jet2.com Varna Airport is also expanding its services with Wizz Air launching new connections to Abu Dhabi and increasing the frequency of several routes The airline will now offer year-round flights to Leipzig making it the first airport to provide a permanent link to the German city Bulgaria Air will introduce new flights to Paris from April and will increase the number of domestic flights to Sofia Other new services include Transavia France’s seasonal flights to Paris Orly and Discover Airlines’ connections to Frankfurt and Munich Turkish Airlines will expand its Istanbul service while SAS Scandinavian Airlines will introduce its first-ever flights between Copenhagen and Varna both airports are expecting a surge in traffic from Germany charter flights from seven German cities will begin in May while new charter services from Switzerland and Poland will start later in the season The overall charter program at Varna Airport promises to contribute significantly to its expected double-digit growth in passenger numbers this year Bulgaria commemorates one of its most significant national holidays – the Day of Saint George the Victorious and the official Day of the Bulgarian Army Employers in Bulgaria are legally required to implement all necessary measures to prevent and minimize workplace accidents chairman of the Bulgarian Hotel Association highlighted a major issue in Bulgaria’s tourism sector: a significant decline in the workforce executive director of the Bulgarian Association of Hotel Management Professionals one-third of Bulgarian hoteliers are planning a modest price increase of about 10% Tourism in Bulgaria has made significant strides toward recovery in 2024 though it still hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels of 2019 Bulgaria continues to lag behind neighboring countries in achieving significant growth in its tourism sector Despite the global escalation of the trade war there have been no significant negative trends in Bulgaria’s tourism sector so far Main image: The Burgas refinery already receives about 40% of its supplies from KazMunayGas and the acquisition would strengthen the Kazakh company’s position in the European market Kazakhstan's state oil and gas company has offered $1 billion to purchase Lukoil Neftochim Burgas This was reported by Euractiv already sources around 40% of its supplies from KazMunayGas The acquisition is expected to strengthen the position of Kazakhstan's state oil and gas company in the European market KazMunayGas also owns a refinery in Romania which operates a network of gas stations in Bulgaria under the Rompetrol brand the purchase of Lukoil’s refinery would more than double the company’s oil refining capacity in Europe a Swiss subsidiary of Russia’s Lukoil has received offers from several potential buyers KazMunayGas is reportedly discussing financing for the deal with Swiss company Vitol Group the world's largest independent oil and gas trader which has significant influence in Kazakhstan Vitol's subsidiary also holds a license to trade electricity and gas in Bulgaria The sale process for Lukoil Neftochim Burgas is expected to take about a month The company must ensure that the funds are not transferred to Russia KazMunayGas is seeking support for its bid from the Bulgarian government arguing that the Lukoil Neftochim Burgas refinery is designed to process Russian oil Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks detected over 40 kilograms of cocaine concealed within a banana shipment from Ecuador with an estimated value of 19 million leva was found during a detailed customs inspection of the sea container two vessels carrying banana containers from South America docked at the port have all containers subjected to comprehensive inspections During a routine scan of one Ecuadorian banana container using specialized X-ray equipment customs officers identified an unusual density within the refrigeration unit's natural cavities This finding led to a more thorough physical inspection by the Customs Agency's "Fighting Drug Trafficking" department officers uncovered 35 taped packages containing a white crystalline substance Initial drug tests confirmed the substance as high-purity cocaine led by an investigating customs inspector and directed by the Burgas District Prosecutor's Office This inspection is part of ongoing efforts between the Customs Agency and the Border Police to enhance security at Bulgaria's external borders Source: Novinite FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com and occupies the Black Sea’s westernmost point From pink saltwater Lake Atanasovsko to the expansive Sea Garden Other attractions include a mysterious island steeped in pirate legends and three lakes inhabited by over 260 species of birds Read our guide and discover what to do while visiting this coastal city in Bulgaria Soak in Lake Atanasovsko Natural Feature Milen Dobrev / Shutterstock Cameras at the ready Lake Atanasovsko is one of the most picturesque lagoons in Bulgaria This tinge is created by the super saline waters that make up the Burgas Saltworks You’ll spot locals in their bathing suits taking a dip here – the mud is said to have skin-healing properties then dash across to the Black Sea – conveniently located a few hundred metres away – to wash it off It’s also a popular bird-watching site – 316 out of a total of 423 bird species found in Bulgaria can be spotted here Cover yourself in black curative mud and then float in lye Spa karen1974 / Unsplash The hyper-saline Atanasovsko Lake is located in one of the corners of Burgas, near the main road to Varna This basic natural SPA experience offers a curative mud to apply on your skin import PrebidBidService from "/v1/js/PrebidBidService.js"; import AmazonBidService from "/v1/js/AmazonBidService.js"; 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fennel gratin and stewed celery The mussels in tomato and garlic sauce is a great starter 2,000 years of history are on display at Aquae Calidae a complex of well-preserved ruins set in a landscaped recreation area Footbridges and glass floors enable you to study the remains of Roman walls and baths built on thermal springs which made Aquae Calidae one of antiquity’s major spa destinations you can see a detailed recreation of Suleiman the Magnificent’s opulent 16th-century bathroom and watch a 3D film tracing the site’s history Zhi Xuan Hew / Unsplash Burgas’ original steel-and-wood pier was built in 1936 but the current concrete structure replaced it in the 1980s It stretches almost 300m (984ft) out into the Black Sea culminating in a 22m- (72ft-) high viewing platform looking out towards St Anastasia Island Celebrations are held here on Epiphany (6th January) during which a priest throws a crucifix into the freezing waters prompting warm-blooded participants to dive in after it – it’s said that whoever finds it first will enjoy health and success throughout the year Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy Get creative at the Ethnographic Museum Museum Petko Andreev / Shutterstock Running along the entirety of Burgas’ Black Sea shoreline the Sea Garden is a maritime park spread over 72,000sqm Wander shaded boulevards flanked by trees and flowers from all over the world to discover attractions such as an open-air theatre head to the Mill for traditional Bulgarian cuisine or to the Baywatch Bar for sunset cocktails looking out to sea Angelina Dimitrova / Shutterstock See Sculptures The Sand Festival in Burgas is held in the Sea Garden – in the park next to the Equestrian Centre – every year between July and October It’s the only festival of its kind in the Balkans Bulgarian and international artists carve statues up to 8m (26ft) tall from a huge heap of water-proofed sand Scale plastic models of previous festivals’ 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In an interview with 24 Chasa newspaper sanctions targeting money laundering and the shadow fleet used by Russia He revealed that there is evidence linking the port to the smuggling operations The Burgas port "Europe" is owned by Nikolay Filipov Filipov known in criminal circles as "Nicky Mitnitcharya" (translating to customs officer) raises the stakes in Bulgaria’s fight against money laundering The former governor emphasized that Bulgaria’s anti-money laundering services including the State Anti-Money Laundering Agency and the Ministry of Internal Affairs must act with professionalism to tackle such issues who served as Arkansas’ governor from 2015 to 2023 was appointed as DEA head by President George W He also served as Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security His political career includes a bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination although he withdrew after a disappointing loss in Iowa a special operation was carried out at the "Europe" port regarding the smuggling of Russian fuel denied any involvement in such illegal activities claiming the operation was based on false allegations Filipov further claimed that a senior police officer from Burgas was behind the accusations citing a personal debt owed to him by the officer for building a house with ownership or management roles in 59 companies His controversial connections have fueled suspicions about his involvement in illicit operations as highlighted by Hutchinson's recent remarks The issue of smuggling Russian fuel through Bulgarian ports remains a significant concern for both local authorities and international bodies According to Bulgaria's Military Intelligence Service report for 2023 Russia remains the dominant destabilizing force in global security The European Commission has strongly condemned the circumstances surrounding the death of Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna South Korea's intelligence agency has reported that approximately 600 North Korean soldiers President Donald Trump has made mixed statements regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions in the ongoing war in Ukraine A delegation from Bulgaria's pro-Russian political party "Revival," led by Deputy Chairman Tsoncho Ganev An 18-year-old girl who had been reported missing in Haskovo has been found dead A 12-year-old boy from Lukovit has been hospitalized with two broken arms and head injuries after reportedly being assaulted and thrown from a bridge the director of the Plovdiv Customs Office was arrested earlier today for allegedly facilitating a new smuggling route for cigarettes The Sofia Police has launched a targeted operation against drivers of electric scooters and electric motorbikes who engage in reckless behavior in the city's central areas opened fire with a gas pistol near a kindergarten in Sofia's Lyulin district Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov will visit Burgas and attend an official ceremony on the occasion of the completion of the REBIRTH28 project for the construction of a new deep-water shipping berth at Terminal West The project started in March 2023 and a grant agreement was signed for its implementation under the Connecting Europe Facility The new area of the shipping berth will provide for the handling and storage of containerised cargo and following the rehabilitation of the railway tracks intermodal solutions for the movement of cargo with a minimum amount of harmful emissions will also be provided on the territory of the port The new shipping venue will expand Bulgaria's capabilities in terms of receiving cargo from Asia to the European Union countries along the Orient/East-West corridor An earthquake epicentred in Turkiye shook up the Bulgarian Black Sea city of Burgas around 12:50 pm on Wednesday BTA saw people fleeing their homes on higher floors of residential buildings The tremor was felt a minute after a warning for a quake of 5.6 on the Richter scale was received on the cell phones of Burgas residents.  Tall streetlights in the city swayed in the tremor Many schools went ahead with evacuating their students.  Burgas Municipality will focus on digitalization and the even more active use of technologies in the tourism sector Burgas Deputy Mayor for Tourism Manol Todorov said during the opening of the TravelX conference on Thursday in Burgas Todorov emphasised that the seaside municipality has made significant progress in terms of digitalization in all sectors of the economy in recent years pointed out that Burgas was among the first cities in Bulgaria to harness the potential of digital technologies and that is why they decided to hold this year's edition of TravelX here The company specializes in offering comprehensive software solutions for a number of businesses and their specific needs Lilov noted that they have been working with the municipal administration for many years IMG Connect Managing Partner Preslav Bobev pointed out that with this edition of TravelX the organizers are emphasizing the sustainable development of the tourism sector for the first time The conference includes representatives of municipalities The main topics that are part of the two-day programme include the sharing of innovations Visitors will have the opportunity to learn details about current trends in the tourism industry as well as to get acquainted with the latest research on consumer attitudes in the tourism sector The conference is organized by Internet Media Group the business network Digital4 and Burgas Municipality Intelligence Online has been providing exclusive news on the intelligence community on the men and women for whom information is a critical tool Peruse our daily story summaries and stay informed as our reporters decode the low-frequency signals on the horizon We will not use your address for advertising or commercial purposes Discover our work by making use of the following possibilities: daily newsletters Do you want a free trial before subscribing A cookie is a text file placed 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implementation of energy efficiency measures Zhelyazkov said the effort is kicking off after a long delay of the Energy Efficiency Programme He commented: “It turned out that all other forms Solely public funding is the only model that works because it inspires people’s trust.” He spoke of two different patterns of energy efficiency It can be achieved either by producing energy or saving energy “We are working to produce more energy which is why we pay special attention to Bulgaria’s nuclear power potential.” At the same time saving energy is important for cutting down on consumer bills “The quality of life depends on energy,” Zhelyazkov noted the Bulgarian Development Bank will be providing considerable support for the Energy Efficiency Programme An inspection visit to the St Anastasia Children’s Hospital is also on Zhelyazkov’s Burgas itinerary The owner of the Burgas-based oil refinery has dismissed recent claims by the Financial Times that the refinery is being sold to a Qatari-British consortium In an official statement released to the media Litasco stated that the reports are "inaccurate and misleading," emphasizing that there have been no discussions with the named consortium nor any correspondence with Russian authorities on this matter The Financial Times article alleged that Lukoil is divesting its majority stake in Lukoil Neftohim Burgas citing a letter from the company to Russian President Vladimir Putin's office Lukoil reaffirmed its commitment to transparency in the sale process and other stakeholders that they would continue to be kept informed multiple options for its operations in Bulgaria are being evaluated with support from independent consultants and market experts no definitive decision has been reached regarding a specific transaction or potential buyer former Economy Minister and current MP from the "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) coalition criticized the lack of state oversight over developments at Lukoil Neftohim He underscored the strategic importance of the refinery to Bulgaria's energy security noting that since its privatization in 1999 Lukoil has gradually acquired control over critical national assets including a dominant share in the fuel retail market with more than 250 gas stations Bogdanov highlighted the role of Bulgaria’s "golden share" in the refinery which allows the state to influence decisions on production he noted that a potential change in ownership would trigger review mechanisms by both the Ministry of Energy and the Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) which has the authority to block acquisitions with significant market impact He also indicated that the National Assembly could play a role Bogdanov revealed that the WCC-DB coalition is considering forming a temporary parliamentary committee to examine the facts surrounding the potential sale it is crucial for the state to outline mandatory conditions for any potential investors he sees a change in ownership as a potential avenue to diversify Bulgaria’s fuel market and ensure broader access to strategic infrastructure The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has approved the natural gas price in Bulgaria for May Bulgaria is set to become the first European country to operate an AP1000 reactor according to Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov speaking at a symposium hosted by Westinghouse in Sofia Bulgaria has taken a significant step toward exploring its deep-sea energy potential The two nuclear reactors from Bulgaria's Belene Nuclear Power Plant will not be sold to Ukraine A contract for the exploration and extraction of oil and natural gas in Block 1-26 Khan Tervel located within Bulgaria’s exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea Bulgaria is exploring the possibility of leveraging its nuclear power capabilities to attract the IT sector particularly in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers The 40th edition of the National Flora Flower Exhibition is on in Burgas until May 6 Visitors have the opportunity to explore the stands of Bulgarian flower producers More than 100 participants are taking part in this year's exhibition the Union of Landscape Architects in Bulgaria as well as the Burgas branch of the National Academy of Arts are also participating in the exhibition with their own initiatives Burgas Deputy Mayor for Culture Diana Savateva said that if there are events that represent the wealth Flora - Burgas has been moving forward and upward And I hope it will be a powerful floral springboard to our successful performance in the race for European Capital of Culture" Austrian Ambassador to Bulgaria Andrea Ikic-Bohm said this is an event that inspires with its beauty and sustainability Andriyana Andreeva and Burgas Regional Governor Prof Maria Neykova on Wednesday signed a partnership agreement which aims to unify good management practices between the two regions on the Black Sea The main goal of the agreement is to step up cooperation in tourism which will lead to improved economic activity and development of these areas One of the main points of the partnership is to create conditions for good tourism through joint initiatives and the exchange of good practices for the promotion of tourist sites and destinations in both regions joint actions will be discussed and implemented in a number of areas including discussing cases and exchanging experience in the preparation and conduct of the active tourist season supporting various organizations for the development of tourism as well as improving administrative services for individuals and businesses The two regions will also cooperate in working with students to increase their interest in local landmarks and cultural values A 26-year-old British woman was involved in a serious accident near Burgas airport when she was struck by a car in the early hours of August 18 The incident took place at approximately 1:30 a.m according to a report from "24 Chasa." The young woman was lying on the road when a car Preliminary investigations suggest that the woman had arrived at the airport about an hour earlier Authorities believe she may have consumed alcohol leading to her falling asleep on the asphalt The woman was immediately transported to Burgas hospital where she was admitted in critical condition and her life is currently in danger as medical professionals work to stabilize her condition Local law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event including the actions of both the driver and the pedestrian The United Kingdom is reconsidering its plans to deploy thousands of troops to Ukraine due to concerns over the significant risks involved Róisín Murphy will perform at the port in Burgas on August 2 as part of the BURGAS SUMMER LIVE concert series Israel has turned to Bulgaria for assistance in battling the rapidly advancing wildfires in areas near Jerusalem A series of minor earthquakes were recorded in the Nessebar area with the strongest tremor measuring 3.3 on the Richter scale A woman sustained serious injuries after being attacked with pepper spray and an electroshock device and subsequently set on fire inside a hospital in the Bulgarian town of Botevgrad A 25-year-old man is in critical condition following an accident at the amusement park in Yambol A serious traffic accident in the Bulgarian town of Harmanli has left a 13-year-old child in critical condition after he was struck by a car while riding an electric scooter Dredging operations at the Burgas Port The activities to deepen the area between two port terminals are expected to be completed by the end of July said Port Infrastructure State Enterprise General Director “The main goal of the project is to provide greater depths which will lead to the arrival of larger vessels in Burgas including container ships,” said Ivanov The planned depth of the project is nearly 16m and the dredged material is set to be transported to predetermined locations which is managed by the private operator BMF Port Burgas is financed by the European Union and is worth over BGN 70 million Dredging is being conducted by Bulgarian-Dutch Consortium Cosmos Van Oord DZZD Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox Burgas Airport will offer over 70 routes to more than 20 countries in 2025 said the airport concessionaire Fraport Twin Star Airport Management on Wednesday the airport will kick off the summer season by welcoming the first tourists on a Ryanair flight from Krakow with Ryanair to maintain a total of 10 flight routes to and from Burgas during the summer With year-round flights to London Luton Airport from June Wizz Air will be reviving its flights to six more European destinations The national carrier Bulgaria Air is renewing the domestic route between Sofia and Burgas with flights starting in the second half of June four times per week and five times daily in July Fraport emphasised that for the first time Austrian Airlines will open a regular route from Vienna to Burgas with three flights per week from mid-June Discover Airlines will connect Frankfurt with Burgas with flights beginning in early May while from July the airline will add a new route between Munich and Burgas Eurowings is resuming flights from four German cities in June From July it will also operate flights from Salzburg in Austria British airline Jet2.com is expanding its presence in Burgas as well and will provide flights from 10 of its 13 bases in the UK EasyJet will start its annual schedule to Burgas Airport in June before also including flights from London Gatwick and Berlin For the first time in the history of Burgas Airport the airline Norwegian will operate regular flights from the Latvian capital Riga to Burgas Charter flights at Burgas Airport will start in early May with the first tourists expected from Poland while the first charter flights from Germany will start in mid-May Fraport pointed out that their expectations for the summer of 2025 are for double-digit growth in total traffic with strong growth in tourists from Poland A children's hospital for active treatment will open in Burgas by the end of the year it became clear during the inspection of its construction by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov The medical facility will have 16 wards with 147 beds and will serve half a million children The hospital will employ 120 doctors and 220 nurses "The quality of healthcare is made by people but in order for them to stay and work in Bulgaria they need good conditions and this is a wonderful hospital facility," the Prime Minister said Rosen Zhelyazkov added that society was tired of waiting for a national children's health policy aimed at both patients and paediatricians all disputes surrounding the National Children's Hospital must stop in order for its effective construction to begin The project for the construction of a children's hospital in the seaside city was prepared by an international consortium sponsored and financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev has left for Washington where he will participate in the Munich Leaders Meeting (May 5-7 The forum is organised by the Munich Security Conference The foundation Unity- Kočani has sent an open letter to key Bulgarian institutions expressing gratitude for the support and humanitarian assistance provided by Bulgaria after the tragedy of the fire at a nightclub in Kočani The foreign ministers of Bulgaria and Greece Georg Georgiev and Giorgos Gerapetritis signed a joint declaration on the use of the waters of the river Arda on 2 May the BNR reports citing an announcement published by the Greek Foreign Ministry.. people will be able to withdraw money  from ATMs only in the new currency according to the website of the Bulgarian. helicopters of the Bulgarian Air Force will fly at low altitude over Sofia in preparation for a military parade marking the Day. Funding has been secured for the European programs “Care at Home” and “Hot Meal” english@bnr.bg the seventh edition of the student programming competition CODE@BURGAS organized by Burgas Free University and the Municipality of Burgas will start.   Its purpose is to provide participants with the opportunity to check the quality of their training in informatics and their skills to solve programming problems Eligible participants are students from 4th to 12th grade divided into three age groups: A (10-12 grades) B (7-9 grades) and C (4-6 grades).   The evaluation is carried out by an electronic platform for automatic evaluation of the submitted solutions to the programming tasks: https://www.codeburgas.com More information about participation regulations and conditions are published on the official website of the competition: https://www.codeburgas.com This year the participants will have the opportunity to be their tutors and students from European universities - partners of BFU.   The organizers kindly invite all students who study or love programming to participate in the competition The medical helicopter immediately transported a man from Burgas with a brain aneurysm for emergency surgical treatment in Sofia He was admitted yesterday as an emergency to the intensive care unit of the University General Hospital in Burgas According to information from UMBAL-Burgas which can only be performed in neurosurgery clinics with specific equipment The hospital's on-duty resuscitator arranged for the patient to be transported through the national system More news from Bulgaria The fourth edition of the National Medical/SPA Conference on Health Tourism will be held on May 20 in Burgas the Bulgarian Union of Balneology and SPA Tourism (BUBSPA) said on Monday The aim of the event is to discuss the important steps that Bulgaria must take in order to position itself as a year-round competitive European destination for health tourism Leading experts from Europe and Bulgaria in the field of health tourism and medicine have been invited to participate foreign speakers will present good practices from already developed destinations in this sustainable type of tourism The Conference is scheduled to be attended by Tourism Minister Miroslav Borshosh The event is jointly organized by the Tourism Ministry and in partnership with the European SPA Association Burgas Municipality and the Burgas State University Residents of Burgas can invest between EUR 511 and EUR 5,110 each in a municipal solar power plant as part of a citizen energy community 0 it intends to issue a call for individual investments of EUR 511 to EUR 5,110 (BGN 1,000 to BGN 10,000) Municipal Energy Efficiency Network EcoEnergy and Center for Energy Efficiency EnEffect (EnEfekt) revealed at an energy efficiency and green energy event The PV unit would consist of 956 panels of 440 W each and four 100 kW inverters The municipality plans to install it on the indoor swimming pool within its Park Arena OZK sports center It would pay out the participants gradually over a ten-year period and gain ownership of the solar power plant as the municipality is committed to buying the produced energy at fixed prices The financial indicators of the project are attractive but its goal is not to make us rich financially because the investment in green energy is an investment in the future of the residents of the city of Burgas,” executive director of EnEfect Dragomir Tsanev said According to the presentation, a participant that invests BGN 1,000 would get BGN 130 back every year for ten years and it is more favorable than a bank deposit with a 3% interest Participants in the energy community would get an equivalent of 13% of the sum they invested every year for ten years More than 80% of the energy produced would be used by the sports center It consumes 1.69 GWh per year and the PV plant is set to generate 552 MWh of which a surplus of 72 MWh would be sold on the market The municipality would buy the electricity at EUR 66.4 per MWh Annual expenses are estimated at EUR 4,540 Every member of the energy cooperative gets an equal vote regardless of the amount they invested The Municipality of Gabrovo has issued a public call in November for individuals nongovernmental organizations and small and medium-sized enterprises to establish an energy community via a solar power plant that it built on the site of a regional landfill The project was launched in cooperation with EnEffect A municipality in Bulgaria’s southwest obtained financing for a 3 MW solar power plant A few years ago, before the energy community legislation was rolled out in Bulgaria brothers Mihail and Tsvetan Georgiev registered a pilot cooperative as a firm There are four participants in the community which owns nine solar panels powering their home in the village of Belozem A group of women from the Sofia University St Kliment Ohridski have launched an energy community initiative As for other municipal solar power projects in the country the local authority in the town of Kresna in the southwest recently secured financing for a 3 MW facility on four hectares Be the first one to comment on this article 05 May 2025 - The Trebinje 3 photovoltaic plant would have an installed capacity of 53.63 MW and an estimated annual production of 85.5 GWh 05 May 2025 - VDE Renewables found that SolarEdge’s advanced safety capabilities minimize photovoltaic system risks and effectively prevent fire hazards 02 May 2025 - The project is located in Constanța county recognized for its superior yields in green energy production 02 May 2025 - The Sunčana (Sunny) Vipava project envisages installing solar power plants with a combined capacity of 20 MW © CENTER FOR PROMOTION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 2008-2020 website developed by ogitive A woman infected with the rare but perilous bacterium Vibrio vulnificus has been successfully treated at Burgas City Hospital This bacterium can lead to rapid sepsis and earning it the nickname "flesh-eating bacteria." Notably there are no known records in Bulgaria of anyone surviving a bloodborne infection from this bacterium while five fatalities were documented in scientific publications in Tampa Bay The 61-year-old woman sustained a leg injury while on holiday at the Silistar campsite leading to significant swelling and the development of large blisters on the same day "We confirmed the infection and proceeded with surgery on the leg to prevent further spread We also collected a microbiological sample," he explained Kalina Tsankova quickly identified the bacterium having encountered it only three times in her career It is motile and does not thrive in environments where similar bacteria do," she noted and antibiotic treatment commenced alongside surgical intervention The patient underwent a month-long treatment that far exceeded the typical clinical pathway costs The medications alone totaled 9,000 leva (4,500 euros) "When questioning why public hospitals face financial difficulties We tend to have one such patient every three to four months who requires extensive treatment," stated the Second Surgery department The case is being documented in a scientific publication and will be presented at an upcoming congress Todor Kantardzhiev warned that Sofia's sewer system should be cleared of rats They highlighted that health security cannot be fully achieved without robust vaccination programs former director of the National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases which can sense human breathing from up to 20 meters away the obstetrics and gynecology department at the "Rahila Angelova" Multi-Profile Hospital in Pernik will be shut down due to a significant shortage of medical staff Cases of acute gastrointestinal illness continue to be reported in Bansko Customs officers from the Burgas Customs Territorial Directorate discovered 40.802 kg of cocaine in a shipping container carrying bananas from Ecuador the Customs Agency said in a press release on Tuesday The estimated value of the seized cocaine is some BGN 19,000,000 based on court pricing The narcotic substance was found during a thorough customs inspection The Customs Agency's press release reads that two ships loaded with containers of bananas from South America arrived at the port of Burgas The recipients were Bulgarian companies whose main business is banana trade including X-ray scanning and physical inspections while scanning one of the containers from Ecuador using specialized X-ray equipment customs inspectors detected an unusual density in the cavities of the container’s refrigeration unit Officers from the Customs Agency’s Drug Trafficking Prevention Department After removing the covers of the refrigeration unit on the outside of the container they discovered 35 packages wrapped in duct tape which reacted positively for high-purity cocaine during field drug tests The total gross weight of the cocaine is 40.802 kg A pre-trial investigation has been launched by a Customs investigating officer under the supervision of the Burgas District Prosecutor’s Office By accepting cookies you can enjoy a better experience while browsing pages.