Type
Business expansion
Country
Bulgaria
Region
Severna i Yugoiztochna Bulgaria; Severoiztochen; Shumen
Location of affected unit(s)
Shumen
Sector
Manufacturing
(24 - 25) Manufacture of metals
25.4 - Forging and shaping metal and powder metallurgy
25.4 - Forging and shaping metal and powder metallurgy

160 jobs
Number of planned job creations
Job creation
Announcement Date
15 June 2026
Employment effect (start)
15 June 2026
Foreseen end date
31 July 2026

Description

Alkomet AD, a Bulgarian manufacturer of rolling and press products, announced the opening of a new production facility in Shumen, creating 160 jobs. The expansion boosts capacity for automotive, electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors. Construction began in 2024 and was completed after 18 months, around early 2026. The project adds modern, high-technology equipment to key production lines, supporting the company’s strategy to serve the automotive and renewable energy markets. The expansion reflects a green-transition focus and does not involve job cuts or social-partner negotiations.


Citation

Eurofound (2026), Alkomet AD, Business expansion in Bulgaria, factsheet number 300611, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300611.