Environmental violations and complaints against Kronospan

In July 2026, the Regional Inspectorate on Environment and Water in Veliko Tarnovo imposed fines totaling approximately 76,693.78 euros on Kronospan Bulgaria EOOD. These sanctions followed inspections that identified administrative violations, such as failures in waste management reporting and the dispersal of odors beyond the production site. Authorities also issued an act against an official for violating atmospheric air cleanliness regulations following frequent public complaints regarding wood-related odors.

By September 2026, the situation escalated into a multi-institutional review. Following 709 complaints regarding air quality and company activities filed during the year, Regional Governor Marin Bogomilov led a meeting with representatives from health, environmental, and municipal inspectorates. The Veliko Tarnovo Regional Administration announced it would request Kronospan Bulgaria’s comprehensive environmental permit for detailed analysis by responsible institutions and non-governmental organizations. Officials intend to determine if permit modifications are required and plan to hold public discussions regarding any proposed changes.