The highest increase was recorded in Austria, by 33%, followed by Italy (+21%) and Slovenia (+16%).
In order to support Croatian companies and additionally highlight Croatian products, Spar Austria is also promoting them in a special leaflet, Spar said.
Last year big Croatian companies like Atlantic Grupa, Podravka, Kraš, Zvijezda, Ledo and Vindija continued to successfully export their products via Spar. The Žito company recorded growth in Slovenia, Violeta saw higher sales in Slovenia and Austria, while Gatarić Grupa, which makes and distributes office and school supplies, saw its export to Austria go up by 16%, Spar said.
Many small companies also recorded excellent results, with Incide Code, which makes cotton buds and cotton pads, recording a 125% growth in Austria and cod producer Alden recording a 73% growth in Italy, the retailer added.
