ANTARTA is an innovative company specializing in researching and developing high-tech food products, beverages, and functional food supplements. We offer a comprehensive menu for both short and long space journeys, as well as for all extreme situations on Earth.
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Our Mission
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Our mission is to herald a new era in nutrition because we firmly believe that the future is already here. We aim for ANTARTA products to become trusted partners in every extreme situation, unexpected challenge, or pursuit of wholesome and healthy eating.
We aspire to revolutionize nutritional solutions in space and every corner of the Earth in conditions that demand extraordinary physical and mental preparation.
Our Team
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Nelly Simeonova
Co-founder, CEO
Graduated as Doctor of Medicine from the Medical University of Sofia. Holds a Master in History, specialty Thracology from the Sofia University. Entrepreneur and investor in the field of Real Estate, Agribusiness and projects in the field of health and medicine.
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Ludmila Filipova
Co-founder, CEO
Astrophysicist and writer; MA from the Economic University, Sofia; MBA in Management from the City University, Seattle; graduated Creative writing program at Oxford University; Master (MS) in Astrophysics with high honours in...
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Vladislav Denkov
General Manager
Experienced Manager with a proven track record in the pharmaceutical and printing industries. Proficient in Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, and Team Leadership. Demonstrates expertise in pro...
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Alexander Iliev
Head Nutritionist and Culinary Expert
An acomplished executive chef and certified nutrition specialist with over a decade of experience in culinary innovation and balanced nutrition. Expertise in sports dietetics, Bulgarian and international...
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Prof. Dr. ILIANA NACHEVA
Director of the Institute of Cryobiology and Food technologies
A distinguished scientist with a scientific career spanning over 20 years; professor and director of the Institute of Cryobiology and Food Technology. Еxtensive professional expe...
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Siana Kolibarova
PR Manager
Communications specialist, event coordinator, and public relations expert with a journalism degree from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski." Extensive background in cultural communications, obtained as longtime PR manager for ...
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VALENTINA RANCHINSKA
Project Manager
Master’s degree in Finance from Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski and a Master’s degree in Economics from Plovdiv University "Paisii Hilendarski." Contribution to diverse projects with a strong focus on finance and econom...
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NIKOLAY YOTOV
Production Organiser
Education in economy. Extensive professional experience in implementing best practices across numerous processes, including production, logistics, administrative, commercial, and many others. Team leader for several proj...
Our Partnerships
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With a proven track record of success in real space, theAntarctic, and other extreme missions, our revolutionarytechnology succeeds the 50-year history of Bulgariancosmonautics and the Institute of Cryobiology and Food Technologies.
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The Institute, renowned for its pioneering role in producing space foods and supplements using the lyophilization method, has garnered global acclaim over the years. The Bulgarian space menu, initially developed for Bulgarian-Soviet flights under the Shipka project, propelled Bulgaria to become the third-largest international producer of space foods, following the USA and the USSR.
This pivotal partnership underscores our commitment to uniting quality, safety, tradition, and innovation by integrating the latest scientific research and developments. Through the fusion of high-quality ingredients and rigorous scientific methodologies, ANTARTA engineer sits products to meet the strict requirements of space missions while enhancing well-being in Earth's most unforgiving conditions.
Nowadays, the Bulgarian Space Menu stands as ANTARTA’s registered trademark, comprising over 30 diverse dishes, set menus, beverages, and nutritional supplements.