Friday, 19th September 2025

Largest Gold Deposit in Europe Up for Sale in Serbia – Lece Mine Starting at €34.5 Million

The Lece Mine near Medveđa in Serbia, touted as Europe's largest gold deposit, is now up for sale with a starting price of €34.5 million

The Bankruptcy Administration Agency announced the auction of the mine, which is part of the Farmakom MB consortium currently in bankruptcy.

The mine, valued at approximately €69 million, includes a range of assets such as buildings, land, and advanced ore processing equipment. Interested buyers must submit their applications by August 26, with bidding increments set at 500 million dinars.

Farmakom MB, which acquired the Lece Mine in 2008, has been in bankruptcy since 2017. In 2010, Farmakom’s owner, Miroslav Bogićević, revealed that analyses showed the mine to be a significant gold source. In 2019, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić mentioned that Zijin, a major mining company, was considering the acquisition of the Lece Mine.

Have a news tip or story to share? Email us at info@connectingregion.com

World First: Albania Elevates AI to Ministerial Rank

In a world first, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence system to ministerial rank. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced...

UAE’s e& to Expand Serbia’s Kragujevac Data Centre

The UAE’s Emirates Telecommunication Group Company (e&), one of the world’s largest telecom operators, is stepping into Serbia’s digital...

Bosnian Arms Maker Reports Profit Surge

Bosnia’s defense industry is quietly strengthening. BNT TMIH, a state-owned arms manufacturer, announced a 71% rise in net profit...

Serbia Bets on AI to Transform Tourism Industry

Serbia’s Chamber of Commerce has opened applications for a landmark programme designed to drive artificial intelligence into the heart...

Končar Taps Hyundai Partnership to Power Asian Market Expansion

Croatia’s Končar – Motors and Electrical Systems has struck a major deal with South Korea’s HD Hyundai Electric, marking...
spot_img

Connecting the Adria Region Decision Makers

The Region is more than a publication - it's where the region's elite converge for insights and opportunities