10. 06. 2026
A journey that began 40 years ago and became part of a much larger story. On June 10, 1986, Jože Rus walked through the doors of ZMAJ for his first working day. What started as the beginning of a professional career would grow into a remarkable journey spanning four decades of dedication, innovation, and development in battery production.
Today, as Director of PE Batteries, Jože's story is closely intertwined with the evolution of battery manufacturing in Šentvid pri Stični and the long-standing tradition of ZMAJ.
While revisiting historical editions of Glas Zmaja, Jože rediscovered articles documenting some of his earliest projects and experiences within the company. These archive pages provide a fascinating glimpse into the beginnings of a career that would later help shape important developments in battery production.
The rediscovered materials not only capture moments from Jože's early years but also preserve valuable pieces of the company's history.
Among the archived articles is documentation of one of Jože's first major assignments—the relocation of the alkaline battery production line.
At the time, projects such as these represented important steps in modernizing production and preparing the company for future growth. The relocation and commissioning of production equipment required technical expertise, teamwork, and a forward-looking approach that would become defining characteristics of Jože's career.
Beyond relocation projects, Jože played an important role in the automation of battery manufacturing processes.
Over the past four decades, he has witnessed the transformation of the industry—from traditional production methods to increasingly advanced manufacturing technologies. Throughout this journey, innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing have remained key drivers of success.
Jože's anniversary coincides with another important milestone: 70 years of ZMAJ in Šentvid pri Stični.
For generations, the factory has been an important part of the local community, creating jobs, developing expertise, and contributing to industrial growth in the region. Historical records reveal that the site's industrial roots extend even further, making it a place where tradition, innovation, and community have been connected for decades.
Factories evolve. Technologies change. Production processes become more advanced.
Yet behind every innovation stand the people who make progress possible.
Jože's journey reflects the dedication, expertise, and commitment of generations of employees who have contributed to the development of ZMAJ and Iskra. His story serves as a reminder that lasting success is built not only through technology but also through the people who continuously strive to improve it.
As we celebrate 40 years of Jože's contribution and 70 years of ZMAJ in Šentvid pri Stični, we also celebrate the knowledge, perseverance, and passion that continue to drive our company forward.
Thank you, Jože, for 40 years of dedication, professionalism, and inspiration.
20. 06. 2026
Iskra opened its doors to visitors as part of our Open Day event. The event brought together people who wanted to learn more about our company, our work environment, our teams and the career opportunities currently available at Iskra.
17. 06. 2026
3. MAJ Shipyard welcomed students and professors from FH Oberösterreich – University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, School of Business and Management as part of their field study visit to Croatia.
10. 06. 2026
A journey that began 40 years ago and became part of a much larger story. On June 10, 1986, Jože Rus walked through the doors of ZMAJ for his first working day. What started as the beginning of a professional career would grow into a remarkable journey spanning four decades of dedication, innovation, and development in battery production.
09. 05. 2026
On 9 May, members of the Iskra team took part in the traditional Tek trojk – Pot ob žici 2026 event in Ljubljana, one of Slovenia’s most meaningful sports and recreational gatherings, bringing together movement, remembrance, community and team spirit.
12. 03. 2026
3. Maj Shipyard is entering a new chapter as part of Iskra Group — combining decades of shipbuilding heritage with a forward-looking vision focused on innovation, industrial excellence, and long-term development.
01. 03. 2026
On February 25, Iskra proudly hosted POWER CONNECT 2026 at our Laktaši facility, welcoming valued distributors from across the Balkan region for a full-day partner event dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and strategic growth.
13. 02. 2026
Proud to announce the successful extension of its ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications following a comprehensive assessment conducted by SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.
10. 01. 2026
January has marked strong operational momentum for Iskra’s railway teams, with parallel project activities underway in both Slovenia and Turkey.
14. 11. 2025
Iskra Shipyard has signed a €30+ million contract to build a 115-meter hybrid floating dock—the largest single investment in its history. With a 4,000-ton lifting capacity, the new dock will expand its ability to service everything from large ferries to superyachts.
08. 10. 2025
We at Iskra Group are proud to announce that our company ELKA d.o.o. Zagreb has been awarded the Zlatna Kuna for the most successful large company in Croatia for 2024.
07. 10. 2025
We are pleased to announce that eXperio d.o.o., a Croatian company from Slavonski Brod specializing in industrial machinery and advanced manufacturing technologies, has officially joined the Iskra Group.
18. 06. 2025
We are proud to announce that the first two SAR15 high-speed aluminum rescue vessels, designed and built by Iskra Shipyard Šibenik, have been officially delivered to the Harbour Master offices in Pula and Split.
