The Pljevlja Coal Mine is no longer just a symbol of Montenegro’s mining past and present—it is now a leader in sustainable business practices and corporate responsibility, with a new vision for its future.
Fair Transition Plan
The newly proposed Fair Transition Plan, introduced by the CEO Nemanja Laković, marks a pivotal moment for the mine’s transformation. This plan focuses on sustainability, technological progress, and international business expansion, aiming for long-term economic stability and ecological responsibility.
Key elements of the transformation
- Infrastructure development: The mine’s construction service is taking a central role in expanding local projects, contributing to the regional economy through partnerships with local companies.
- Maintenance operations: The machine and electrical maintenance sector is undergoing reorganization to improve efficiency, with plans to hire additional staff to ensure technical support for projects.
- Renewable energy: Investments are being made in two solar power plants (80 MW total) and a 2.2 MW hydropower plant, positioning Pljevlja as a regional leader in green energy.
- Asphalt plant and quarry revival: A contract with “Vektra” will revitalize key infrastructure for construction, ensuring sustainable operations.
- Digitalization: The mine is investing in IT services and software solutions to streamline operations and transition into the fourth industrial revolution.
- Safety equipment production: The production of personal protective equipment (PPE) ensures the safety of workers and represents a potential source of revenue within the state energy system.
- Environmental and agricultural projects: The mine is committed to ecological rehabilitation, including sustainable land reclamation efforts and agro-projects.
Conclusion
The Fair Transition Plan is not just a strategy—it’s a vision that integrates economic, ecological, and social responsibility. Under the leadership of Laković, the Pljevlja Coal Mine is setting a new standard for regional leadership and becoming a model for sustainable development in Europe.
