The Importance of Recycling for HALCOR

by Pavlos Stavroulakis, Raw Materials and Recycling Engineer at Metals Purchasing Department of Copper Segment. At HALCOR, recycling is not just a process, it is a core part of how we operate. In recent years, an increasing portion of the copper we use comes from recycled scrap. In this context, we continuously seek innovative methods to enhance recycling processes, ensuring that every step supports both our business objectives and environmental commitments. Copper is one of the few raw materials that…

Welcome to the future of SOFIA MED

We are sharing an exciting update with you. As part of our continuous journey to excellence, SOFIA MED is stepping into a new era with the belief that our mission extends far beyond our products; it's about embracing pillars that make us “More Than Copper”. Sustainability: At SOFIA MED, we're committed to creating a sustainable world. Our sustainability-focused practices are woven into the very fabric of our operations. From responsible sourcing to sustainable production, our dedication to the sustainability principles…

Sofia Med with a new donation to DCC St.Anna

On August 13 Sofia Med donated to the Cardiology of the diagnostic and consulting center St.Anna a stress-test system: one computer based 12-channel electrocardiograph and one ergometer. With the wish for many more hearts to beat in the correct rhythm and to beat longer, Desislava Ignatova from Sofia Med delivered the system to Dr.Anna Nikolaeva and Senior nurse Vania Kirova. "The prevention and strict monitoring of cardiac conditions is key to their proper treatment; this modern equipment will significantly help…

Sofia Med with donation to DCC St.Anna

Sofia Med donated to the diagnostic and consulting center St.Anna one 12-channel electrocardiograph, one spirometer, 1000 protective gowns for multiple use, 60 protective shields, 18 000 gloves, 40 protective glasses, 4000 masks и 120l of disinfection liquids to support the immediate medical needs of the center. „We feel responsible to support the teams of DCC St.Anna in their mission to protect public health. We have a long-year partnership and this gesture expresses our utmost gratitude to their medical workers and…

Announcement on Covid-19

Sofia Med: Covid-19 situation, actions taken so far Dear Partner, Sofia Med faces with outmost responsibility the global crisis caused by COVID-19. With this letter we would like to inform you about the measures taken by Sofia Med in order to ensure business continuity at the best possible way, while remaining dedicated to keep the health and safety of our employees, business partners and customers. As a first step we established a “Covid-19 Crisis Team” to monitor the situation on…

Double Victory for Sofia Med / WHISCO in the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2023

Two prizes were awarded for the Sofia Med Quintiq systems and their utilization, in Monday’s Manufacturing Excellence Awards, one Gold and one Silver. Sofia Med competed in category 3.2 “Optimized Production Organization” with the candidacy titled “Advanced Planning and Production Scheduling for the Sofia Med Copper Rolling Factory and received a Silver Award. This category awards companies and vendors who, via cross-departmental co-operation and new technologies, optimize their production by reducing waste, creating realistic production plans, accurate sales forecasts, procurement…

Sofia Med with a new surprise to St.Anna

Sofia Med donated to the cardiologists at DCCSt.Anna a modern computer with a monitor, which are to be connected to the stress-test system of electrocardiograph and ergometer, donated two months ago. "With the help of this computer, the synchronization between all the devices will be complete, thus providing more precise examinations and facilitating the work of the cardiologists" Dr.Georgi Kanzov said while receiving the surprise from Desislava Ignatova. He also expressed gratitude to the strong support of Sofia Med.

Board of Directors: Loss of the Vice-Chairman Mr. Angel Ganev

Sofia Med achieves SILVER EcoVadis medal for sustainability performance.

As part of our commitment to society, our people and the environment, Sofia Med completed for the first-time a thorough assessment of its business sustainability practices through EcoVadis, the global standard for business sustainability ratings.The EcoVadis assessment included 21 sustainability criteria across 4 core themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. Our rating was completed in January 2023, and we earned a silver medal after proving performance above the industry average across the four core themes, which…