From a humble beginning to a global leader in the printing industry – this is our story in a nutshell. But we want to share our whole journey, and it begins here.
Back in 1997, Nikolay Dimitrov founded Dagaprint with his wife in a modest office in Lovech. Their goal was simple: to support their family by helping local businesses with print materials. With a 386 computer and a strong work ethic, they printed everything from business cards to brochures for local clients.
But as customer needs evolved, so did the business. Nikolay made his first bold move: focusing entirely on label and packaging printing, aiming to do one thing, and do it exceptionally well.
From local printshop to full-scale production
In 2003, the first major step was taken: the purchase of Dagaprint’s first printing press, financed by a bank loan. A few years later, despite the challenges of the 2008 economic crisis, Dagaprint successfully built and moved into its own production facility.
Then came the leap into digital printing. In 2010, Dagaprint won its first EU-funded project and invested in Bulgaria’s first digital press for short- and medium-run roll label production. The timing was perfect, brands were moving away from large orders and looking for agile, flexible label partners. Dagaprint filled that gap.
Labels that travel the world
Today, Dagaprint produces premium labels for industries including wine and spirits, cosmetics, food, textile, and chemicals. With clients spanning five continents, our company’s reach is as global as the stories the labels tell.
There’s just one continent left unconquered: Antarctica. And even that, Nikolay jokes, is only a matter of time.
Dagaprint has found its sweet spot working with small and medium-sized businesses – entrepreneurs who value creative freedom and collaborative relationships.
When premium print meets design magic
A defining moment in Dagaprint’s creative evolution came in 2019 with the start of a close collaboration with Jordan Jelev – the Labelmaker, a world-renowned Bulgarian designer.
Jordan brings the concept – and we at Dagaprint bring it to life.
Together, we’ve created award-winning, internationally recognized labels that blend imagination, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology.
Looking ahead: Printing without limits
Today Dagaprint has more than 50 full-time team members and continues to expand. The vision? Continue growing by 10–15% annually, expand into new international markets (with Asia next on the radar), and bring Dagaprint’s export ratio to 50:50.
And of course, keep investing in new technologies, new creative collaborations, and a new generation of unforgettable labels.
“When you work with passion,” Nikolay says, “you always dream of what’s next.”
And at Dagaprint, we’re just getting started.
Yanitsa Samarova
Senior Sales Manager
Yanitsa is our Senior Sales Manager and top-voice for the allday-life of modern, business women. Beeing already a mother, she is leading Dagaprint to new horizons through her solid knowledge for markets and brand positioning.