In 2025, GELIBERT, a leading producer of mineral water, soft drinks, and bottled water, celebrates 25 years in business. Under the leadership of Vasile Bejenari, the Sangerei-based company has strengthened its position in the local market through continuous investment and innovation.
Between 2022 and 2024, GELIBERT received non-reimbursable grants from the Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship (ODA), funded by the European Union and the Moldovan Government.
“Our first project, focused on internationalization, was worth 4 million lei, with 2 million lei provided as a grant. The second project, dedicated to energy retrofitting and efficiency, involved a total investment of 3.5 million lei and received a grant of 1.76 million lei,” Bejenari explained.
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These grants enabled GELIBERT to acquire a modern bottling line and PET bottle-blowing. Bejenari highlighted their impact:
“These projects helped us develop and modernize, enhancing our sustainability and competitiveness in local and international markets.”
Without EU and government support, the company would have had to rely on bank loans for financing.
During a visit to GELIBERT, EU Ambassador Jānis Mažeiks underscored the importance of EU-business collaboration in fostering economic growth and innovation. Thanks to EU funding, GELIBERT improved its bottled water quality, acquired high-performance equipment, increased energy efficiency, and reduced carbon emissions.
As GELIBERT marks a quarter-century of success, it remains committed to innovation, market expansion, and maintaining high-quality standards—supported by the EU and national development programs.
ODA Support Programs for SMEs
- Export Competitiveness Enhancement and SME Internationalization Program
- Supports SMEs seeking to expand into foreign markets with non-reimbursable funding of up to 600,000 MDL.
- SME Retrofitting and Energy Efficiency Program
- Helps businesses improve performance, upgrade outdated equipment, and optimize production costs. Provides grants of up to 2,000,000 MDL in non-reimbursable financing.
Apply here: ODA Application Form
For details and advice, call: 0-22-21-16-63