Tuesday, 27 October 2026

Business

View of the industrial waste processing facility
Waste management

Eko Zadar establishes operational stability after long-term staffing challenges

The Biljani Donji centre processes 400 tons of waste daily, with director Kozina announcing potential pay rises for staff.

Sun above the northern regions
Northern Europe

Heatwaves are reshaping the map of tourism: Northern Europe sees record bookings

Record summer temperatures are driving British and American tourists to Norway, Sweden and the Arctic, while southern Europe becomes too hot for a holiday.

Eurodiesel price increase
Business

Eurodiesel prices in Herzegovina rise daily

The market is left to market forces, with margins strictly regulated.

A petrol station forecourt
Fuel cap

Ina and Petrol limit fuel purchases in Zagreb to 300 litres

Temporary measure effective from 24 July applies to pumps across the capital, with drivers reporting changes at locations in Borovje, and the western and eastern districts.

Fuel prices on the line
Fuel

INA limits fuel to 300 litres per transaction

The measure applies across the country, except at motorway service areas and marinas, to ensure even distribution.

Growth in revenue and profit in the first half of the year
Nautika

ACI d.d. records growth in profit in first half of 2026

ACI d.d. reports growth in profit in the first half of 2026

Symbolization of the financial crisis and restructuring
Batteries

Varta in crisis: creditors seek spin-off of household battery business

The German manufacturer faces financial collapse, with key creditors proposing a restructuring through a separate corporate structure for the most promising business segment.

Shellfish Farming Centre
Infrastructure update

Second phase of shellfish farming centre completed in Selina

Zadar County has received a new breakwater, operational quay, and shellfish cleaning basin valued at 915,872.92 euros.

Support is intended for the balanced development of tourism
Požega

Požega Tourist Board Awarded €300,000 in Support

Funds from the Fund for Underdeveloped Areas will finance three projects, ranging from cultural tourism to events across the county.

Istrian prosciutto from domestic pig fattening
Livestock

Organised pig rearing launched in Istria

The pilot project in its first year involves 250 piglets across four farms, with a pre-agreed purchase price of four euros per kilogram.

Total debt of blocked citizens has exceeded four billion euros
Blocked

Long-standing debt of blocked citizens with interest has grown to 4.28 billion euros

Fina recorded 194,100 citizens with blocked accounts at the end of June; the principal of the debt rose by 5.4 per cent year-on-year.

Support for farmers in Brod-Posavina County
Agricultural Equipment

Brod-Posavina County Divides 450,000 Euros in Agricultural Equipment Subsidies

Support for purchasing machinery and equipment awarded to 328 family farms following the decision by County President Danijel Marušić.

Support for small businesses
Lepoglava

Lepoglava pays out 33,000 euros in grants to local businesses

Twenty local businesses receive funding for equipment, with a second round of tenders planned.

The Plinare Assembly appointed a new director
Pula

Mirjana Jakša appointed director of Pulski Plin

The assembly voted unanimously, with the board to launch a public tender for the management role within 90 days.

Investments in tourist accommodation
Tourism

18 grants awarded for high-quality tourist accommodation in Kutina

Contracts worth €109,500 are designated for additional amenities, renewable energy sources, and sustainable tourism.

Municipal support for entrepreneurs and farmers
Lepoglava

Lepoglava awards 55,700 euros in grants to entrepreneurs and family farms

Agreements for direct city grants to be signed by 20 entrepreneurs and 15 farmers on Friday.

Livestock farming on a family farm
Livestock

Ludbreg supports pig and dairy cattle breeding

Households can apply for up to €650 for pig farming and €500 for dairy cattle from 10 July.

Solar power plant
Solar energy

Solar power generated a record 25 per cent of EU electricity in June

Analysis by Ember shows the sun was the largest single source of energy, ahead of nuclear power at 21 per cent. The share doubled in five years.