KONČAR and the Croatian Paralympic Committee have officially strengthened their partnership with the signing of a new Sponsorship Agreement. The signing ceremony was held at KONČAR Group headquarters during a press conference, where our CEO, MSc. Gordan Kolak, and Croatian Paralympic Committee President, Ratko Kovačić, reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration. The event was attended by Croatian Paralympians Anamarija Arambašić and Erik Fabijan Kaurin, along with KONČAR Board members Ivan Paić and Petar Bobek. This renewed partnership underscores a shared commitment to fostering awareness of para-athletes, advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, and championing key values such as inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. 

KONČAR and the Croatian Paralympic Committee take great pride in their ongoing collaboration, with the “Rendezvous with Paralympians” project standing out as a particularly impactful initiative. This program is dedicated to raising awareness of the challenges faced by marginalized groups, inspiring young people to pursue excellence and overcome personal obstacles, and fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and empowering society. These themes took center stage in a panel discussion held during the press conference. Joining the signatories of the Sponsorship Agreement, Gordan Kolak and Ratko Kovačić, was Croatian Paralympian Anamaria Arambašić, who shared her experiences and insights on resilience, inclusion, and the transformative power of sports. 

“We are proud and deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue our close collaboration with the Croatian Paralympic Committee – an organization, and individuals, for whom we have immense respect. Their perseverance and achievements are a constant source of inspiration, and we are honored to share a commitment to the same core values. This partnership goes beyond reaffirming our dedication to diversity and inclusion; it is about making a real, positive difference in raising awareness of the challenges faced by people with disabilities. Through these efforts, we aim to cultivate a more inclusive social and corporate culture – one that embodies understanding, empathy, fairness, and equal opportunities for all“, affirmed Gordan Kolak, MSc., our CEO.

Ratko Kovačić, President of the Croatian Paralympic Committee, stated: “We are incredibly proud to strengthen our partnership with KONČAR, a company that stands as a pillar of Croatian industry. This collaboration is not only a testament to our shared values but also an opportunity to further nurture and promote our national identity. It is a powerful acknowledgment of the dedication and achievements of our para-athletes and a strong message of support for the entire Paralympic community. Together, we continue to champion excellence, social inclusion, and the relentless pursuit of new possibilities.”

As a longstanding partner of the Croatian Paralympic Committee, KONČAR proudly followed and supported every performance of Croatian athletes at the Paralympic Games in Paris last year. Among them was Anamaria Arambašić, who, during the official signing of the Sponsorship Agreement, underscored the invaluable contribution that partnerships like this make to the growth and development of both the national sports and Paralympic communities.

“As a Paralympian, every bit of support – whether in training, competition, or representing my country – makes a tremendous difference. This partnership is about more than just sponsorship; it’s about creating real, lasting change in para sports. With KONČAR’s backing, we will have access to the crucial resources needed to reach our full potential, while also raising awareness of the power of inclusion and the need for greater accessibility in sports.”, emphasized Anamaria Arambašić, Croatian para boccia competitor.