In a recent interview, Dinna Temelkova, Executive Director of Telelink Infra, outlines the company’s evolution and its growing role in the transformation of critical infrastructure and energy systems in Bulgaria and the region.
Over the past years, Telelink Infra has naturally expanded its expertise beyond telecommunications, building strong capabilities in the design and implementation of complex, mission-critical systems. Today, this experience is increasingly applied in the energy sector, where the focus shifts from connectivity to ensuring resilience, flexibility, and sustainability of energy systems.
The interview highlights that energy projects, particularly energy storage solutions and microgrids are currently the main driver of growth. With the rapid expansion of renewable energy sources and the increasing pressure on electricity networks, the need for flexible, intelligent infrastructure has become more critical than ever.
According to Temelkova, Bulgaria is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition. While strategic frameworks and funding are in place, the speed of implementation will be the key factor determining the country’s position in this transformation. Significant investments in energy storage capacity are already underway, creating a strong foundation for integrating renewable energy and improving grid stability.
The discussion also points to key challenges facing the sector, including the need for modernization of the electricity grid, more adaptive regulatory frameworks, and a shift toward evaluating infrastructure projects based on long-term value rather than lowest cost. At the same time, the increasing complexity of projects, combined with market volatility and tighter timelines, requires higher levels of expertise, coordination, and operational efficiency.
Despite these challenges, the current wave of investments, particularly under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, represents a major opportunity for accelerating infrastructure modernization and strengthening the competitiveness of the economy. In this context, Telelink Infra continues to position itself as a trusted partner in the delivery of complex, large-scale infrastructure projects.
The full interview provides deeper insights into the dynamics shaping the energy sector and the strategic role of technology, storage, and smart infrastructure in building a more sustainable and resilient future.