Croatian EcoCortec Partners with Orqa to Develop Recyclable Drone Packaging
2026-06-28 16:52
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en.Wedoany.com Reported - EcoCortec has developed a custom-specification gray version of the recyclable EcoSonic VpCI-125 ESD packaging bag for Orqa. This company, headquartered in Osijek, is a leader in first-person view and remote reality technologies. The collaboration is seen as a significant advancement in Croatia's tech industry, with two export-oriented companies joining forces to provide protection solutions for high-end electronics in the global defense and industrial markets. For Orqa, whose drones must operate in extreme environments, packaging is particularly critical. Electronic products face two major risks during cross-border transportation: salt spray corrosion and electrostatic discharge.

A key advantage of this partnership is the geographical proximity of the two companies. Both are located in eastern Croatia, with EcoCortec's manufacturing facility in Beli Manastir just a 20-minute drive from Orqa's headquarters in Osijek. This short distance forms an efficient "just-in-time" supply chain. By working with a local supplier, Orqa avoids the high costs and logistical challenges of importing technical materials from abroad. The short distance not only reduces transportation emissions but also enables faster response times and immediate delivery. Since the EcoSonic VpCI-125 ESD packaging bags are fully recyclable, this collaboration model keeps the supply chain sustainable while eliminating waste generation.

Such a level of protection is crucial for military and defense projects, where equipment often requires long-term storage or transportation in high-humidity environments. The non-toxic VpCI packaging bags prevent sensitive devices like drones from malfunctioning due to static electricity or rust. The same reliability is equally critical for industrial applications, such as inspecting offshore oil rigs or power grids, where hardware must remain intact in harsh, salt-laden environments.

By integrating their expertise, these two companies position Croatia as a serious supplier in the global high-end technology market. EcoCortec and Orqa combine specialized chemical engineering capabilities with world-class aerospace electronics, proving that Croatia can deliver highly competitive, efficient end-to-end solutions. This enables Orqa to maintain a European sustainable supply chain that meets the strictest international standards for performance and reliability. Boris Miksic, CEO of EcoCortec, stated that collaborating with a fellow domestic company demonstrates that businesses do not need to go abroad to find world-class innovation. Through localization, the supply chain remains reliable and environmentally friendly, meeting the same rigorous international standards as the world's top tech companies.

About EcoCortec: The company is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of environmentally friendly packaging, specializing in vapor corrosion inhibitor technology. Its facility in Beli Manastir, Croatia, operates on circular economy principles, producing a range of recyclable and compostable films and bags designed to protect metals from rust and corrosion. As part of the global Cortec Group, EcoCortec combines green chemical engineering with high-performance standards to provide sustainable protection solutions for the automotive, aerospace, and electronics industries.

About Orqa: The company is a leading European drone technology firm, designing and manufacturing advanced FPV and unmanned aerial systems in Croatia. Its operations are fully vertically integrated from design to production, achieving supply chain independence and performance optimization. In 2026, Orqa ranked 135th overall in the Financial Times FT1000 list of Europe's 1,000 fastest-growing companies and 2nd in the aerospace and defense sector. Producing components and integrated systems for customers in over 50 markets worldwide, including 24 NATO member states, Orqa is redefining aerial robotics for global defense and enterprise clients.

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