economy
March 13, 2026
Šabačka „Zorka” i donsi kozaci
These days, I bought Aleksandar Mitrović's book "Siguran put" at a bargain price from an antique shop. In it, I also found a dedication: "To Cveti Ostojić, my best and long-time collaborator for remembrance. 16. 6. 2005. Belgrade, Aleksandar Mitrović. The mentioned book was edited by Miloš Jevtić, his school friend, editor at Radio Belgrade and author of over two hundred books "Conversations with famous personalities". It is richly illustrated with photographs, on which his collaborators can be seen, as well as high-ranking individuals who visited our pride, Šabac's "Zorka", over time, at the head of which the author of the book was from 1971 to 1981."
TL;DR
- The "Zorka" factory was relocated from Subotica to Šabac in 1937 due to strategic and logistical reasons.
- Construction began in the spring of 1937, with Don Cossacks, led by General Škur, involved in land filling.
- Aleksandar Mitrović served as general director from 1971 to 1981, during which "Zorka" built 28 new factories, renovated eight, increased employment from 2,400 to 10,000, and constructed over 2,000 apartments.
- Mitrović also initiated significant investments in social standards, including a sports and recreational center.
- "Zorka" became one of the largest Yugoslav enterprises in chemical industry, mining, and metallurgy.
- Post-war, many of the planned developments for "Zorka" were realized, contributing to its status as a giant.
- Miloš Stojanović was a former director of "Zorka" (1950-1954), recognized as an excellent organizer who connected with workers.
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