Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria Earns Two Gold Honors at the PROGRESSIVE AWARDS 2026

Company Takes First Place in the “Best FMCG Producer” and “Best Sustainability Initiative” Categories for “My Green City”

Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria received two prestigious awards at the eighth edition of the PROGRESSIVE AWARDS, the leading accolades in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, recognizing companies and brands with the most significant contribution to industry development and strong partnerships between retailers and suppliers. The company was honored in the categories of “Best FMCG Producer” and “Best Sustainability Initiative” for its long-running volunteer program “My Green City.”

The “Best FMCG Producer” award is another recognition of Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria’s sustainable growth, investments in modernization and innovation, strong market performance, and contribution to the development of the non-alcoholic beverages category.

The award was accepted by Chavdar Chorbadzhiyski, Supply Chain Director at Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria, who thanked the jury on behalf of the company’s team and said: “Both the past year and the current one are special for us. We marked 60 years of Coca‑Cola in Bulgaria - six decades in which we have been producing the beverages enjoyed by generations of Bulgarians, growing sustainably, and strengthening our trust and presence in people’s daily lives. We also accept this award as recognition on the eve of two important anniversaries - the 30th anniversary of our plant in Kostinbrod and the 20th anniversary of our plant in Bankya - the places where the magic of Coca‑Cola comes to life and where tradition meets innovation every day.”

In the “Best Sustainability Initiative” category, the jury distinguished the “My Green City” programme, which in 2025 marked its coming of age with volunteer actions focused on clean-up, afforestation, and the improvement of natural and urban environments. “My Green City” brings together employees, company partners, and local communities around the cause of a cleaner and greener environment. Thanks to the efforts of volunteers over the years, more than 1,550 decares of polluted areas around water basins and over 30 km of coastal zones have been cleaned, more than 11 tonnes of waste have been collected separately, and over 3,000 trees have been planted - representing a lasting contribution to Bulgaria’s natural environment.

The award was accepted by Maria Mikova, External Communications Manager at Coca‑Cola HBC Bulgaria, who shared: “Today, our initiative is a true community of people - hundreds of our colleagues, partners, and volunteers - who believe that positive change starts with small actions. Together, we plant trees, transform spaces, and contribute to the development of the environment around us. But most importantly, we set a positive example and prove that results speak louder than a thousand words.”

The two awards recognize Coca‑Cola HBC Bulgaria’s consistent commitment to developing its business sustainably, investing in modern production and innovation, and creating long-term value for its partners, consumers, local communities, and the Bulgarian economy. They further build on a series of recognitions the company has received this year as one of the leading employers in the country - including the international Top Employer certification for the fourth consecutive year, first place at the Employer Branding Awards 2026, the gold “Investor in Society” distinction at the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum Responsible Business Awards, among others.