The industrial zone in Nedakusi, Bijelo Polje, was once the economic hub of northern Montenegro, hosting around ten factories and employing over 10,000 workers in sectors such as textiles, woodworking, and transport. Companies like Vunarski kombinat, Imak, Prva Petoljetka, Polipak, Mladost, Transservis, Jekon, and Špiro Dacić were prominent both domestically and internationally. The success of this zone contributed significantly to the local economy, boosting retail and wages in the area.
Today, many factories are closed, though some private companies continue to operate with smaller workforces. Despite generating tens of millions of euros in taxes last year, these businesses lack infrastructure, support, or incentives from local or national authorities, facing poor roads, bureaucratic obstacles, and limited institutional assistance. Activists warn that without proper support, some companies may downsize or relocate, threatening the local and national economy.
Key companies currently operating in the industrial zone include Pelengić (pellets), Mesopromet (meat products), Rada (carbonated beverages), Global Industrial (export-oriented), Bravera, Euroles Bojadžići (furniture), Enza Home, Selektor, Merkator Advertising and Labels, Matino (heating and plumbing systems), Ćatić Logistics, Ideal (aluminum profiles), Put Gros (bakery and markets), Montenegro Put, Imperijal shopping center, and several others spanning around 30 additional firms.
