Prime Minister Rumen Radev: Bulgaria expects highway concessions next year
On September 8, 2026, Prime Minister Rumen Radev conducted an official inspection of the ongoing repair works on the Plovdiv Ring Road. During his visit, he paid special attention to the progress of the construction work and the quality of the infrastructure project's execution.
During the meeting with the media, the Prime Minister stated that the government plans to introduce concessions for the maintenance of key highways in the country. This process is expected to officially begin in the next calendar year. According to Radev, this decision is necessary to improve the safety and condition of the road network in Bulgaria.
The introduction of concessions will allow private companies to take responsibility for the management and repair of specific road sections. The state's goal is to provide faster and higher-quality service to drivers, while simultaneously reducing the burden on the state budget for current repairs.
In conclusion, the government emphasized that the modernization of road infrastructure remains a top priority for the country. Detailed plans regarding exactly which road sections will be included in the new concession program are expected to be presented in the coming months.