Social Responsibility

We came from the local community, we live with it and we give back to it on several key fields - from sports to the economy.

Responsible to the community, responsible to yourself

The development of Metalfer is inextricably linked with the community whose members are also our company’s employees, and on whose land production takes place. We inherit the dedication and expertise of our people as the greatest value, and we encourage them to listen to the needs of the community and thereby create a pleasant, stimulating environment for work and life.

We have recognized the sensitive categories of our fellow citizens and we pay special attention to them – from preschoolers whom we support in sports activities to students whom we grant scholarships at universities throughout the Republic of Serbia. As the only domestic company in the area, we feel an additional responsibility to give back to the community from which our current and future employees came in the best possible way. We believe that being socially responsible does not only mean ethical business practices and the same treatment towards all interested parties, but also providing continuous support to the main bearers of society, through its most important spheres: education, sports, culture and economy.

Supporting youngsters

We now traditionally cooperate with secondary schools, which is reflected in the implementation of projects such as professional practices, i.e. the Dual Education program. Our plans with trainees are of a long-term nature and at the moment we have a few employees who started in our company as trainees. In order to enable students to learn and develop in the spirit of modern technologies, and at the same time in accordance with their age, we donate multifunctional smart benches , which we place in the courtyards of high schools. We also help local preschool institutions through various donations and engagement of our employees.

The biggest challenge for the economy of a small environment is enabling young, educated people to build a career in their city – we have found a way to motivate them to return to Sremska Mitrovica after their studies and start a family there, and start a professional career. We provide non-refundable scholarships to high school students and students, children of our employees. Their high grades prove that these are dedicated young people who need support at crucial moments, and it is especially important for us that after completing their studies they often return and get employed in our company, continuing to promote the same values that helped them to grow professionally. come true.

Through various sponsorships, professional internships, mutual scientific-technological cooperation and exchange of experiences and information, we achieve cooperation with faculties throughout the country. Also, by participating in the “My First Salary” program, we give young people the opportunity to gain their first experience at Metalfer, and to enter into a regular employment relationship with us even before the program ends.

Supporting sports activities

An indispensable segment of every healthy society is sport, which fosters team spirit and combativeness; that’s exactly why we help local football clubs, from the youngest, pre-school groups, to the senior ones. We are proud of the successes achieved by the artistic dance groups under our patronage, as well as the results of the boys for whom we provide trips to sports training and tournaments. We are honored that the most successful children of our city wear the colors of our company at their performances. We have not forgotten the older ones either, and we also help the traditional football tournament hosted by our city, and last year we were the main sponsors of the 34th. international tournament in indoor soccer.

Investing in local culture

Each community is special precisely because of its cultural characteristics, and we believe that as a socially responsible company, through various activities, we should support our environment in nurturing its uniqueness and cultural identity. We help hold concerts for our fellow citizens, participate in the celebration of the city holiday, and hold theater performances for the youngest members of the community. In addition to all of the above, we respond to the requests we receive from various institutions and associations and send donations whenever we can.

During 2022:

– 5 paid participants went through the Dual Education program;
– 5 participants of the “My First Salary” program entered regular employment;
– Over 5 million dinars in donations were given to football clubs;
– Realized “Rock el Classico” concert; – Realized play “Confused Wolf”.

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Metalfer Group awards school scholarships for 2023/24.
Metalfer Group awards school scholarships for 2023/24.

We are proud to announce that Metalfer Group is once again continuing its tradition of awarding school scholarships to the children of our employees!

The participation of our boys in the football league
The participation of our boys in the football league

Metalfer Steel Mill Champions the Sporting and Team Spirit of Its Employees.

Newbie Scolar
Newbie Scolar

In the manner of a forest awakening its secrets every dawn, letting the birds narrate tales, this year’s grand performance at the City Theater echoed reminiscences of childhood and the wonders it brings.

EPD certification
EPD certification

The Metalfer Group is delighted to announce that our subsidiary, Metalfer Steel Mill, has been awarded the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) by the esteemed EPD International AB Stockholm.

Steel, Sweat, and Spirit: The Powerplay of “Čeličenje” at Metalfer Steel Mill
Steel, Sweat, and Spirit: The Powerplay of “Čeličenje” at Metalfer Steel Mill

“Čeličenje”, an annual event celebrating the spirit of teamwork and community at Metalfer Steel Mill, took place on June 2nd this year at Zasavica Nature Park.

1 Million Tons of Steel Production in New, Green-Focused Facility
1 Million Tons of Steel Production in New, Green-Focused Facility

Metalfer Steel Mill, a renowned name in the steel industry, proudly announces the successful production of 1 million tons of steel products in its newly established green-focused mill.

Western Balkans ESG Summit
Western Balkans ESG Summit

The Supervisory Board of the Metalfer Group marked a proactive attendance at the very first Western Balkans Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Summit, held in Porto Montenegro from April 26th to 28th.

‘Investing in Resilience’.
‘Investing in Resilience’.

The Supervisory Board of the Metalfer Group attended the annual gathering and business forum of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).

It is held first ceremony for our first-grade pupils to be, “Newbie Scolar”
It is held first ceremony for our first-grade pupils to be, “Newbie Scolar”

Since going to school is one of the most important events in the life of every child, we decided to support them in this way and with a fun program…

On Friday 9/12/2022. the Metalfer “Novogodisnji bal” was held
On Friday 9/12/2022. the Metalfer “Novogodisnji bal” was held

On that particular evening, a special kind of magic dusted the air for the Metalfer mini-royals.