At Maclear, we believe the essence of P2P investing is empowering real people and their businesses while staying connected throughout their journey and growth. That’s why we’re proud to engage with project founders in person — conducting on-site visits, inspecting facilities and loan allocation, and providing the latest verified updates to our investors.
Offline meetings help us better understand the teams and processes behind each project, strengthen partnerships, and provide investors with proof that these businesses and their impact are real.
Here are some recent field updates from Bulgaria, one of our most active and prominent regions:
JINTEKI Ltd. – Driving Growth in Bulgaria’s Agribusiness Sector
Location: Gabarevo Village, Bulgaria
Sector: Food & Agriculture
Business focus: JINTEKI specializes in deep-freezing organic fruits using an advanced solar-powered inverter refrigeration system, which is a highly efficient and eco-friendly solution.
Why it matters: The system significantly reduces production costs while maintaining product quality, enabling the business to scale sustainably.
Visit insights: During our visit, we inspected the latest equipment installations and verified warehouse facilities. Updated media materials were captured to ensure full transparency for investors.
Project Overview:
JINTEKI Ltd., based in Gabarevo Village, operates in the food and agriculture sector, specializing in deep-freezing organic fruits using a solar-powered inverter refrigeration system. This cost-efficient and eco-friendly solution preserves product quality and supports sustainable scaling.
The company sources fresh and frozen fruits, vegetables, and industrial crops directly from suppliers, delivering processed, high-quality products to major clients. Its modern facility handles over 565 tonnes annually and benefits from a state grant awarded in 2022.
Revenues have grown from €154K in 2021 to over €528K in 2023. JINTEKI now seeks €690K to expand capacity, install additional freezing equipment, and launch new products such as organic juices, cocktails, and freeze-dried goods. Plans also include waste recycling, solar power expansion, and stronger ties with Kaufland, Lidl, and Metro.
4UK Ltd — Expanding Bulgaria’s CBD Vape Market
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
Sector: Consumer Goods / Wellness
Loan amount: €662,000 (completed March 11, 2025)
Business focus: A growing manufacturer of CBD-infused e-cigarettes.
Recent milestone: The company finalized the installation of its internal production line, including advanced capping and filling machinery.
Why it matters: Moving production in-house lowers costs, boosts quality control, and enables faster scaling into new markets. 4UK Ltd is now fully prepared for growth.
Project Overview:
4UK Ltd, based in Sofia, produces CBD-infused e-cigarettes in multiple flavors, selling under its own and partner brands through wholesale and online channels. Since launching its own production line in 2023, the company has improved quality control, cut outsourcing costs, and boosted flexibility. Their revenue grew from €178K in 2022 to €672K in 2023, with projections of €3.5M to €5.5M in 2025.
4UK seeks a €662K loan to add three production lines and bulk-purchase materials, enabling it to meet rising demand and increase margins. With strong collateral, a solid credit score (8/10), and guaranteed orders, the company is positioned for significant growth in Europe’s expanding CBD market.
Wholesale Electronics Ltd - Powering Major Supply Contracts in Bulgaria
Location: Bulgaria
Sector: B2B Equipment Supply
Business focus: A supplier of electronics and industrial equipment.
Recent update: We met with CEO Aleksandr Kanazirski to tour the production site and review newly acquired equipment.
Why it matters: Direct collaboration with the founder has reinforced the partnership, laying the foundation for future cooperation and potential expansion.
Project overview:
Wholesale Electronics Ltd, founded in 2015 in Sofia, specializes in the wholesale trade of consumer electronics and accessories for leading retail chains and telecom operators. Led by Aleksandar Kanazirski, a seasoned industry executive and member of Bulgartransgaz’s Supervisory Board, the company benefits from strong business networks, high-level governance, and long-term client relationships.
With 2022–2023 revenues exceeding €11M annually, stable profitability, and collateral in high-value inventory plus guaranteed contracts, Wholesale Electronics demonstrates strong repayment capacity. The funding will ensure smooth execution of large-scale orders, reinforce its reputation as a reliable supplier, and position the company for sustainable growth in both Bulgarian and EU markets.
Agrohemp EOOD — Scaling Bulgaria’s Industrial Hemp Production
Location: Bulgaria
Founded: 2024
Sector: Sustainable Agriculture / Materials
Business focus: Cultivation and processing of industrial hemp into fiber and shives.
Competitive edge:
- Holds a specialized license for both indoor and outdoor hemp cultivation
- Operates in a tightly regulated yet fast-growing market
Market outlook:
- Secured contracts for 400 tons of fiber and 960 tons of shives
- Revenue expected to triple by 2025
- Hemp products serve the construction, textile, and bioplastics industries
Project overview:
Agrohemp EOOD, founded in 2024 in Sofia, cultivates and sources industrial hemp for processing into fiber and shives used in construction, textiles, and bioplastics. Holding a valid three-year cultivation license, the company combines in-house production (~780 tons/year) with external sourcing (~2,000 tons).
The company has secured contracts for 400 tons of fiber and 960 tons of shives, valued at €598K. Under its growth plan, Agrohemp seeks a €350K loan to fund procurement, logistics, and processing of 2,013 tons of hemp straw in 2025. The investment will reduce per-ton costs, increase processing volumes, and support revenue growth to over €1M.
Collateral includes €158.8K in agricultural machinery, plus dynamic security in the form of contract-backed inventory. With strong EU market demand, an efficient cost structure, and a scalable supply model, Agrohemp is positioned for rapid growth while maintaining financial discipline.
What’s Next?
Our team continues to work closely with active projects while seeking new opportunities to provide to Maclear investors. Beyond funding, we’re dedicated to supporting local initiatives, empowering SMEs in emerging economies, and expanding partnerships with a growing network of projects across Europe. Through on-site collaboration, we ensure transparency, track measurable impact, and build deeper trust, making Maclear a long-term partner in growth.
