EIH Explores Strategic Partnership with Plovdiv’s University of Food Technologies

As part of its mission to foster innovation and invest in human capital, Euro Investment Holding JSC took a significant step forward in aligning the worlds of academia and industry.

A high-level delegation led by Engineer Muhanned Al-Nuaimi, Chairman of EURO INVESTMENT HOLDING JSC, and Professor Nidal Shaban, visited the University of Food Technologies (UFT) in Plovdiv. The goal of the visit was to initiate a long-term, mutually beneficial collaboration between the Holding’s subsidiaries and the academic community at UFT.

The EIH delegation was received by UFT’s distinguished leadership:

• Professor Galin Ivanov, DSc – Rector of UFT

• Professor Plamen Mollov – Chairman of the Board of Trustees

• Professor Kiril Mihalev – Vice-Rector

Fostering Innovation and Talent Development

The discussions centered on building a strong academic-industry partnership between Euro Investment Holding, its flagship companies Lacrima and Balkan, and the university. The collaboration will focus on:

• Enhancing food industry standards through joint research

• Developing sustainable production methods in agriculture and dairy

• Supporting student advancement through internships, field training, and professional mentorship

• Creating innovation pipelines in food technology and quality control

“This partnership reflects our vision to invest in people, strengthen innovation, and build enduring bridges between education and industry,” said Engineer Muhanned Al-Nuaimi during the meeting.

Shared Vision for Sustainable Growth

This initiative represents a powerful alignment of values between the private sector and academia, both aiming to elevate Bulgaria’s competitiveness in food and agricultural production, ensure quality and safety, and prepare the next generation of professionals.

EIH sees this collaboration as part of its broader responsibility to create long-term value through education, innovation, and sustainable investment.