Tabak Group has taken on the task of removing waste from the site of the former PPK Velebić factory in Gospić. The decision to award the contract was made in September, with the selection based on price and expertise criteria. Tabak Group was chosen as the bidder with the most favourable offer in the competitive tender.

The total value of the work is €357,500, with funds secured from the budget of the Fund for Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency (FZO). This amount covers the costs associated with the safe removal of waste. According to available information, the operation involves 650 tonnes of material stored in large bags, known as big bags, which require specialist handling.

The waste removal process involves the use of specialised equipment. Although details of the exact equipment and technical specifications are less prominent, the emphasis is placed on the safety of the work execution. The aim is to ensure that the waste is disposed of in a manner that minimises risks to the environment and the local community.

Members of the public have expressed concern regarding the potential impact of such interventions on the local environment. In particular, there are concerns about potential pollution during the clearance process. Although precautions have been taken, sections of the public have expressed concern about the long-term consequences of such interventions on the environment, highlighting the need for stricter oversight throughout the cleaning process.