On 6 September 2026, Makprogres Vinica organized "Vincinni Thanksgiving Day"—an event dedicated to courage, solidarity, and humanity, honoring all firefighters, emergency services, and volunteers who took part in extinguishing the fire at the Vincinni factory exactly one year ago.

During the event, a Plaque of Appreciation was presented to the Economic Chamber of North Macedonia for its engagement on the night of the fire, as well as for the sustained support provided in the days that followed.

On 6 September 2025, Chamber President Branko Azeski was directly involved in mobilizing emergency response services to tackle the fire at Vincinni’s production facilities. Chamber member companies made their capacities available for firefighting efforts, and a Chamber team was deployed on the ground.

In the days that followed, President Azeski delivered a video address calling for support for Makprogres, emphasizing that purchasing Makprogres products lays "a brick toward the company’s rebuilding." He also addressed the Chamber’s Management Board regarding the fire's broader repercussions on the domestic economy, the company’s operations, and the livelihoods of its workforce.

On 12 September 2025, a support meeting for Makprogres was organized at the Chamber. Initiated by President Azeski, the meeting brought together Makprogres General Manager Gligor Cvetanov, representatives of major retail chains, distributors, the Foreign Investors Council, and various business associations.

President Azeski also attended the official opening of the new €8.5 million wafer production plant, completed just nine months after the fire, with significant contributions from domestic construction firms, engineers, designers, and contractors.

We receive this recognition from our long-standing member Makprogres with profound gratitude, proud to have demonstrated that in times of hardship—just as in moments of major business achievement—the Chamber stands firmly behind its members as a true House for Business.