The beginning of the story – it all starts with a hobby and Fikret Irejz’s love for beekeeping.
Fikret works as an engineer at Enker, where he gains valuable experience.
Medena Commerce d.o.o. is founded.
Initial activity: trade.
A metal processing and repair workshop is launched in a rented space in Tešanj.
The first production hall is built. The beginning of manufacturing metal parts.
Winter 1997/98 – A key moment:
- A USAID loan is approved, triggering accelerated development.
- July 25, 1998: the first foundations of the hall are laid.
- November 2, 1998: the company moves into the new hall.
The company grows despite modest conditions. The first export contracts begin, mainly for the German market.
Strong support from friends, advisors, and colleagues.
The first step into the automotive industry – Medena is contacted by its first automotive customer.
The company begins producing complete systems for the automotive industry.
The first Mazak CNC machine is purchased.
Production of more complex parts begins—parts that had previously been out of reach.
Focus on:
- technological modernization
- investment in knowledge and teamwork
- building internal capabilities and talent
Construction of a new hall begins – a new phase of expansion.
The company relocates to a new hall – the entire production moves to a larger, modern facility.
Medena Commerce completes its largest investment to date in equipment and production space expansion, introducing the most precise CNC machining center of its kind in the region. Equipment installation and staff training enable the company to further strengthen its technological leadership and prepare for manufacturing the most demanding parts.