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The convening of the 1st “Annual Iraqi-European Business & Investment Forum” in Athens, on 21-22 April 2016, has added a new dimension in the image, status and reputation that we enjoy among the Arab Federations and Chambers of Commerce. This has been demonstrated clearly in this Forum, by the support of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce and Baghdad Chamber of Commerce, as partners and main sponsors, as well as the involvement of the Arab-European Joint Chambers as supporting organizations, which marks the first ever collective cooperation among these Chambers.
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CONTENTS: • JAMAL: THE “SILK ROUTE”
REACHES CORFU ���������������������������� 02
• SPECIAL INSERTION:
HELIOS PASTA ������������������������������ 03
• B2B MEETINGS WITH TUNISIAN
BUSINESSWOMEN ������������������������ 04
• “ ANNUAL IRAQI-EUROPEAN BUSINESS
& INVESTMENT FORUM” ����������������� 06
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MEMBERS’ NEWS
ISSUE 14 May 2016
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The outcome has been very positive, as we received encouraging signs and feedback from those who attended this event and took part in the networking and B2B meetings. Iraq is full of potentials in virtually all sectors of its economy. It is up to the Greek side to further explore these opportunities and enhance its presence in the Iraqi market. Following this event, the Chamber has hosted a small delegation of Tunisian businesswomen, in coordination with the Embassy of the Republic of Tunisia in Greece. More information, you can find in the following pages. Earlier this year, the Chamber provided its support to the exhibition of the renowned Arab artist, Jamal Joratli, hosted by Benaki Museum. Similarly, it is now giving its support to the exhibition of Jamal in Corfu Museum of Asian Art, which will take place from 18 June to 15 September 2016. We seize this opportunity to thank our membercompany “Helios Pasta” for sponsoring this issue and we look forward to our next set of activities with the same spirit, enthusiasm and dedication in order to serve our member-companies the best way possible. Harris Geronikolas
President
Rashad Mabger Secretary General
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B2B WITH TUNISIAN BUSINESSWOMEN ON 13 MAY 2016 Tunisian Businesswomen Delegation in a visit to our Chamber In coordination with the Tunisian Embassy in Greece, the Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development hosted a visiting businesswomen delegation from the Chamber of Businesswomen in Monastir, Tunisia, on May 13th 2016. This delegates represented businesses in the sectors of textiles, clothing, furniture and tourism and met with their counterparts, members of our Chamber, in the same sectors. During these meetings, Mrs. Souad Haouala, President of the Chamber of Businesswomen in Monastir, Tunisia, and Mr. Rashad Mabger, Secretary General of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber, exchanged speeches and gifts. Mrs. Haouala extended an invitation to our Chamber to visit Tunisia with a Greek business delegation, in order to explore the potential of the Tunisian market and look into ways of creating new partnerships, as Tunisia represents one of the most advanced markets in the MENA region.
From left: Mrs. Sana Makhlouf, Director General of Poly Services Co in Tunisia, Mr. Rashad Mabger, Secretary General of AHCCD, Mrs. Souad Haouala, President of the Chamber of Businesswomen in Monastir, Tunisia and Mr. Mohamed Bachar, Director of Tunisian National Tourism Board
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contact and cooperation with the Tunisian Union of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (UTICA) and the esteemed Embassy of the Republic of Tunisia in Greece, and we look forward to many similar events in the future. Tunisia has made positive strides in many sectors, to mention but a few, energy, IT, tourism and textile industry, and it enjoys a favourable status in its trade relations with the European Union. Mrs. Souad Haouala, President of the Chamber of Businesswomen in Monastir, Tunisia, offering Mr. Mabger a souvenir gift
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Iraq and Europe: Cooperation & Growth
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On April 21-22, 2016, the Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development organized the 1st edition of the “Annual Iraqi-European Business & Investment Forum”, under the theme “Iraq and Europe: Cooperation & Growth”. The Forum was held under the auspices of the Presidency of the Republic of Iraq, the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Hellenic Ministry of Economy, Development & Tourism, as well as the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture for Arab Countries. This Forum was a result of the close relations and coordination between the Arab-Hellenic Chamber and its partners and main sponsors of this event, the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce and Baghdad Chamber of Commerce. Special mention and thanks go to the member of our Board of Directors, Mr. Jaafar Rasool AlHamadani, Chairman of the Federation of
Iraqi Chambers of Commerce, Chairman of Baghdad Chamber of Commerce and ViceChairman of the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture for Arab Countries, who is behind the initial idea of holding this event in Athens, Greece.
During the playing of the Iraqi and Greek national anthems at the opening of the works of the Forum
H.E. Mr. Sharwan Kamil S. Alwaely, Representative of H.E. Mr. Fuad Masum, President of the Republic of Iraq, delivering his opening speech
We, at the Arab-Hellenic Chamber, take pride in the fact that other Arab-European Joint Chambers joined us in this event as supporting organizations and have contributed to its success. The event also had the support of the office of the European Commission representation in Greece. The significance of this Forum lies in the fact that it comes at a time that Iraq is determined to move into a new era and revive and modernize its economy and create closer business relations with its European counterparts. The objectives and results anticipated are
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All the speakers and heads of the delegation
the creation of job opportunities for the Iraqi youth. This event was well-received and the President of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Masum, was represented by his advisor, H.E. Mr. Sharwan Kamil S. Alwaely. The attendees also included high-level State officials and 50 Iraqi businessmen in all business sectors. From the Greek side, it was attended by H.E. Mr. Markos Bolaris, the Greek Alternate Minister of Agricultural Development and Food, and other State officials, Arab Ambassadors accredited to Greece, member-companies of the ArabHellenic Chamber and other businessmen and businesswomen. The opening speeches by both sides emphasized the need for closer and greater cooperation and the creation of new partnerships. The Forum’s topics were carefully selected in order to reflect areas of possible cooperation and opportunities, especially for the Greek side. The first session was exclusively dedicated to “Iraq’s Investment Opportunities and Business Environment” while the second, which was a joint session, was held under the title “Petroleum Industry and Sustainable Energy in Iraq”, with the participation of Greek and Iraqi experts. The third and fourth sessions, entitled “Construction Works and Infrastructure Projects in Iraq” and “Transfer of Technology and Vocational Training” were also joint, with additional representation from European participants. Discussions followed each session and B2B meetings were held between Greek businessmen and their Iraqi counterparts, which were highly organized and well-received.
The Forum closed with an official Dinner, attended by Mr. Giorgos Tsipras, Secretary General for International Economic Relations of the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all the Iraqi delegates, the Arab Ambassadors accredited to Greece and business guests from the Greek side. The “Annual Iraqi-European Business & Investment Forum” constitutes another milestone in the history of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber, in serving its members and the Greek and Arab business communities, towards fulfilling its main objective in enhancing the Arab-Greek relations in every business sector.
From left to right, H.E. Mr. Gazi Zebari, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Tarak Saadi, Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia & Dean of the Council of Arab Diplomatic Missions to Greece, H.E. Mr. Konstantinos Kakiousis, Ambassador, Director of B3 Directorate, Hellenic MFA, H.E. Mr. Saud Faisal Aldaweesh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait and H.E. Mr. Noureddine Bardad-Daidj, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria
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Annual Iraqi-European Business & Investment Forum 21-22 April 2016, Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens
Mr. Jaafar Rasool Al-Hamadani, President of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce and President of Baghdad Chamber of Commerce, delivering a gift to Mr. Harris Geronikolas, President of the ArabHellenic Chamber
H.E. Mr. Markos Bolaris, Alternate Minister of Agricultural Development and Food of Greece, delivering his speech at the Official Dinner
Secretaries-General of Arab-European Joint Chambers, seen from left to right: Mr. Ahmad Younis, SG of the Arab-Irish Chamber of Commerce, Dipl. Ing. Mouddar Khouja, SG of the Austro-Arab Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Rashad Mabger, SG of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development, Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Mikhlafi, SG of the ArabGerman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mr. Qaisar Hijazin, SG of the Arab Belgian Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce
Group photo during the Official Dinner
View of the morning sessions
From the B2B meetings between Greek businessmen and their Iraqi counterparts
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NEW MEMBERS • FUNDELINA LIMITED • MELIARTOS • IRG PRO INVESTMENT AND RESIDENCY • HERAKLIO TRAVEL • SET FREDDY (FREDDY GIZAS) • XALKIS S.A.
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FUNDELINA LIMITED COMPANY PROFILE Fundelina Limited is located in privately owned facilities in Aigio of Achaia,it has been dealing since 1972 with nut process and production of nut pastes, spreads and fillings for the confectionery industry. Our 40 years of manufacturing experience and our great knowledge of the nut business gave us the advantage to expand our activities in the production of an extensive range of spreads, creams and fillings for the confectionery industry as well as retail sector. Our company’s philosophy is based on principles, which together represent a competitive business advantage that can be summarized as follows: • selecting high quality raw materials • Vertical integration of production • Premium product quality and unique innovative flavors • Continuous research and development of new technologies and products. Company’s Mission is not simply responding to customer needs but exceeding their expectations with premium quality products and by addressing them as partners rather than just customers.
Contact Details: A: Metamorfosi Sotiros, 251 00 Aigio, Greece T: +30 26910 20280, +30 26910 25195 F: +30 26910 21330 E: export@fundelina.gr, info@fundelina.gr W: www.fundelina.gr
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MELIARTOS WHO WE ARE Meliartos is a new, innovative company in Athens, Greece, focusing on gastronomy. A multi-space dedicated to Greek food and flavors including five different theme corners in one central store: Pieshop, Coffee House, Creamery, Kitchenette–Restaurant and Foodstore. The company identity is evident in its products and space as they both share a notion of tradition and modern creativity. Why choose Meliartos? Because we know how and where to discover wonderful local produce and gourmet delights from all over Greece and offer them in a completely original way. Our unique mix of traditional Greek recipes and modern ideas leads to new gastronomy experiences. Extra virgin olive oil, PDO feta cheese, barn eggs, homemade deli meats, Chios mastic; οur imaginative cooks use quality raw materials that have given Greek gastronomy worldwide fame and recognition. We are proud of our suppliers’ artistry, dedication to quality standards and the special taste of their products. A unique gastronomy multi-space is created by Meliartos in downtown Athens, right in the heart of the city’s shopping and historical center (65 Ermou & Aeolou Str.). We provide catering services, food delivery, gastronomy classes, original scenarios for team-building events as well as spaces for your meals (breakfast to dinner) and social and company events and meetings. But there is more to come! Our next steps; New multi-function rooms are designed on floors 2-4 (for conferences, parties, bazaars, exhibitions etc) and a stylish roof garden bar-restaurant on 5th and 6th floors. Offering great views to the city center and its landmarks (the Acropolis, Plaka area, Ermou and Aeolou shopping streets), the latter is destined to become your favorite meeting place. Meliartos is the joint venture of a group of active businessmen, all of whom share a passion and great experience in food and leisure sector. Our vision is to spread the idea of Greek diet, not just for the privileged ones, but as a way of living for everybody.
Contact Details: A: 6 5, Ermou & Aeolou Str., metro Monastiraki, 105 63 Athens, Greece T: +30 210 3237 379 E: info@meliartos.gr W: www.meliartos.gr #meliartos
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IRG PRO INVESTMENT AND RESIDENCY IRG PRO Investment and Residency is the company which is active in the real estate sector and more specifically in promoting real estate in Greece for investment purposes and for residency permit acquisition by the investor. Based in Athens, and active countrywide, IRG PRO team is made up of experienced real estate agents, developers, attorneys, notaries, constructors, architects, accountants, insurance brokers, IT professionals and travel agents. We also undertake the process of issuing Residency Permits in Greece according to the Greek Law, for non-Schengen citizens buying property the value of which exceeds €250.000 and we provide all services required, throughout this process.
Our Mission and Services: Real Estate Services • Real estate property research • Data base of real estate properties available for sale • Cooperation with real estate brokers Solicitor and Notary Services • Arrangement of all legal requirements for the completion of a property purchase (contract, land registrar, etc) • Legal Support Insurance Coverage • Insurance contract, required by law After Sale Services • Resale of the property • Rental opportunities of the property • Tax Support • Cleaning & maintenance of the property • Architectural & Construction Services Our role is to respond to your entire request, and make you enjoy the safety and comfort of the professional services we can provide you, every step of the way. Contact Details: A: 59, Skoufa Str., 10672 Athens GR T: +30 211 4087 141 F: +30 210 3636 524 Μ: +30 6936 844555 E: info@irgpro.com W: www.irgpro.com
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HERAKLIO TRAVEL Heraklio Travel was founded in 1981 and having achieved high standards of development in the tourism industry, can truly be described as one of the leading travel agencies in Greece. The primary objective of the company is the rendering of high quality services. For this reason, Heraklio Travel, employs a staff of 60 people, genuine experts in the travel field who understand how to tackle any of your needs and in a prompt manner; with efficient and innovative travel solutions. Moreover it has developed strong relationships and excellent partnerships with airlines and tourism companies, worldwide. Thus, the company has been awarded several distinctions, for its high quality services and sales, by various airlines and organisations. With a continuous investment in the field of technology, the company maintains a state-of-the-art, in-house computer system which is connected online with various business providers and International Computer Reservations systems. Our clientele includes local and international companies, travel agencies and individuals, who have been cooperating with our company for more than three decades, and is continuously enriched with new customers who need a partner with experience, reliability, expertise and credibility.
Activities Corporate Travel | M.I.C.E. | Marine | Incoming | Leisure | Consolidation Services • Air tickets • Ferry tickets • Hotel bookings • Villa rentals • Car rentals • Coach services • Tailor-made packages • Cruises
• Yachts • Private Jet & helicopter hiring • Excursions • Group packages • FIT travel packages • Guided tours • Congresses & Conventions
• Event Management • Exhibitions • Business meetings • Incentive trips • VIP services • Honeymoon Arrangements • Travel insurance
Contact Details: A: 3, S. Karagiorgi Str., 141 21 N. Iraklio, Athens T: +30 210 7212 111 F: +30 210 2772 040 E: info@herakliotravel.gr W: www.herakliotravel.gr
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SET FREDDY (FREDDY GIZAS) Set Freddy has been active since 1995 in the field of special constructions and applications of painting, sculpture and set design using styrofoam as its main material. The company takes on the construction of sets and special structures and objects in every scale and across a wide range of spectacle productions: • Set design for theater performances • Set design for film productions • Set design for TV shows • Constructions for music or other large scale events • Creation of spaces for shooting TV advertisements • Special constructions for the interior design and decoration of stores, hotels, restaurants, bars and other professional spaces — from storefront creations to the complete rearrangement of style and redesign of the interior space. Set Freddy has a wide experience of applications and collaborations with production companies in Greece and abroad.
Contact Details: A: 6, Agriniou Str., Tavros, 177 78 Athens, Greece T: +30 210 4819 947 E: info@setfreddy.gr W: www.setfreddy.gr
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XALKIS S.A. XALKIS S.A. is a family business founded in 1952. Having a history of half a century and two manufacturing plants, one in Vassiliko, in Evia, manufacturing roofing tiles and one in Schimatari, in Viotia, manufacturing bricks, XALKIS is one of the most important Greek industries in the field of tile and brick manufacture with a daily production of 150,000 tiles and 900 tons of bricks respectively. XALKIS S.A. invests on the constant upgrading of the quality of its products, on keeping up with the advancements of technology, on respecting the natural environment, on supporting in a friendly and reliable way the customers who entrusted it with small and large-scale projects, such as: the International Athens Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”, Athens Concert Hall (Megaron Mousikis), Waste Management Center of Psittalia, “Onassion” Heart Surgery Center, Olympic Village, Reconstruction of the Athens Olympic Sports Complex, Olympic Sailing Center, Elliniko Olympic Complex, Ano Liossia Hall, Olympic Weightlifting Hall, Olympic Equestrian Center, Olympic Rowing Center, Olympic Press Village, International Broadcasting Center etc. In XALKIS S.A. ,we aim to distribute our high quality and friendly to the environment products by building long-term relationships and meeting with the customer needs.
Contact Details: A: Vassiliko Evia, 340 02 T: +30 22210 55080 F: +30 22210 53248 E: ggounari@xalkis-sa.com, exportdept@xalkis-sa.com, xalkissa@otenet.gr W: www.xalkis-sa.com
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MEMBERS’ NEWS • RECOR BATTERIES • RE/MAX EPENDISI AKINITON • DOMOTEL KASTRI HOTEL • IKTINOS HELLAS S.A. • STONE GROUP INTERNATIONAL (MARMOR SG S.A.) • TEMAK S.A. • ANTIPOLLUTION S.A. • MIDEAST TRAVEL WORLDWIDE • CHILLBOX S.A. • ADELCO S.A. • ΝΕF-NEF HOMEWARE This issue of Members’ Activities Newsletter is sponsored by:
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Dynamic participation of Recor Batteries
in the International Exhibition Automechanika Dubai 2016, held on 08-10 May 2016. New horizons for exports Contacted with the purpose of imminent agreements, with potential customers from countries such as Egypt, S. Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Kenya. Recor exports its products, for the time being, to 13 countries: In Northern and Central European countries (Sweden, Germany, Italy, Malta), the Balkans (Albania, Bulgaria), Cyprus, Northern Africa (Morocco, Algeria), Middle East (Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, UAE) Automechanika Dubai is geared up once again to supply intermediate markets linking difficult to reach areas. The trade fair is the ideal platform to find out more about new products, find new suppliers, connect with new distributors & wholesalers and compare product alternatives. With over than 2,000 exhibitors from 58 countries and a number of visitors that exceeded 30,000 from 119 countries, Recor managed successfully to highlight the Greek Batteries Industry. Recor’s team contacted hundreds of visitors, interested prospect buyers, active and potential customers. Recor Batteries was at Automechanika Dubai 2016 as an exhibitor with its own stand and exhibited the products of its batteries factory. Recor Batteries is a Greek company that produces lead-acid batteries. Manufactures car batteries, truck batteries, boat, agricultural and military batteries. Our company by following the technological developments in the constantly developing worldwide market along with its experience in the production and distribution of batteries established by the Sakkos family, which for more than 50 years is engaged in this business field, conducts research and develops new technologies in order to be able to offer high quality products and services to its customers. Certified with ISO: 9001 – QMS CERT we continue to offer unparalleled quality batteries at great factory prices.
Contact Details: RECOR BATTERIES A: 20, 28th October Str., 182 33, Agios Ioannis Rentis, Attica, Greece T +30 210 4915 225 F +30 210 4922 198 E: info@recorbatteries.gr W: www.recorbatteries.gr
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Representatives in Athens of a New Construction Company Plan b and Expansion of our Activities with foreign buyers Remax Ependisi Akiniton is the Best Remax Office in Greece and operates in the Northern and the Southern suburbs with offices in Chalandri and Glyfada respectively. We would like to mention that as Remax Ependisi Akiniton agency, we are very proud of our team which is composed of 45 associates because we occupy the first rank in sales in the northern suburbs with a significant number of contracts both in the Northern and Southern Suburbs, as well as in the Center of Athens. We participate in Real Estate Services abroad and we have active customers of foreign buyers willing to purchase properties. We are experts in the management and promotion of Real Estate Properties for foreign buyers to purchase properties for VISA. In addition to our provided services we are now the representatives in Athens of the nationwide network plan b, a new Construction Company which offers the following services: oE nergy certificates relating to the sale and rental of properties. oA djustment of arbitrary buildings oC ertificates of non- arbitrariness oR enovations of all types (from a small slight repair to the whole house).
Contact Details: RE/MAX Ependisi Akiniton A: 56, Pentelis Ave., CP 15234 Halandri, Athens, Greece T +30 210 6896 940 F +30 210 6897 271 A: 15, Aggelou Metaxa Str., CP 16675 Glyfada, Athens, Greece T +30 210 8942 444 F +30 210 8945 064 E: remax_hi@otenet.gr W: www.remax-ependisiakiniton.gr
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Domotel Kastri: Renovated History Location This newly opened contemporary style boutique hotel has been fully refurbished. Preserving the original design, Domotel Kastri unveils a unique atmosphere of aristocratic surroundings. The building is embraced by the lush gardens covering an area of 4 acres in the renowned area of Kastri, situated in Athens’ northern suburb of Nea Erithrea. The ideal location makes it a superb choice for those seeking secure and discreet surroundings coupled with the highest standard of service and facilities in Athens. Easily accessible to main transportation routes and Athens International Airport, whereas the close proximity to the fashionable and business districts make it the perfect choice for leisure and business travelers alike. Rooms Each of the 86 spacious yet comfortable rooms and suites are fully equipped with ultramodern facilities all constituting to a memorable stay in Athens. Meticulous attention to detail in design and furnishings create an ambience of distinct minimalistic touches, discreet luxury and sophisticated comfort. The hotel also offers rooms fully equipped for the disabled. Restaurant and Bars The fundamentals of this boutique hotel’s culinary choices are hand-picked fresh organic ingredients of local produce. The “Contemporary Restaurant” as well as “Kastri Bistro” unfold Mediterranean style culinary selections entailing organic ingredients sumptuously prepared to perfection. “Point Nord” Bar offers array of cocktails and a rich selection of Greek and international drinks. Conference The hotel conference center “Excelixi” offers a choice of 22 fully equipped meeting rooms and a unique amphitheatre making it the only facility of its kind amongst all hotels in Athens. All meeting rooms offer technologically advanced facilities and provide flexibility of space to cater events from 10 to 500 delegates, such as corporate events, educational seminars and congress meetings making it the ideal choice to exceed any type of meeting objectives. All the above facilities combined are exemplary constituents that ultimately reflect Domotel Kastri Hotel’s “Feels Like Home” hospitality. Contact Details: DOMOTEL KASTRI HOTEL A: 154, El. Venizelou & Romilias Str., 14 671, Athens, Greece T +30 210 3507 100 F +30 210 3507 121 E: kastri@domotel.gr W: www.domotel.gr
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MEMBERS’ NEWS TEMAK DESALINATION PLANT AT AL SHAHEED PARK KUWAIT TEMAK S.A. has successfully installed and commissioned a sea water reverse osmosis plant with a total capacity of 2400 cubic meters per day of water for AL SHAHEED PARK in Kuwait. AL SHAHEED PARK, a project developed by the AMIRI DIWAN is the largest urban park in Kuwait with two museums, lakes, walkways and 200.000m2 of Greenland. The sea water RO plant is pre-installed in thermally insulated 40ft containers at TEMAK factory where they undergo hydraulic and electrical testing before shipment. The plant produces 2400 cubic meters per day of water suitable for irrigation of the Greenland.
Contact Details: TEMAK S.A. A: 62, Tatoiou Str., 136 77 Achαrnes, Greece T +30 210 2581 583 F +30 210 2533 989 W: www.temak.gr
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ANTIPOLLUTION S.A. supports refugees Since February, the port of Piraeus has become a shelter and temporary living area of 3,500 refugees, size equivalent to a “small village”. The waste produced at this part of the city on a daily basis has led to an increase in the total urban waste volume. Garbage collection in the location where refugees stay, which also constitutes one of the most important gates of our country is carried out by Antipollution on a daily basis. Antipollution is one of the largest waste management companies in Greece. Fully recognizing the responsibility towards the society and the environment, Antipollution supported once again the refugees and the administration of the port of Piraeus, ensuring the proper functioning of the port. Antipollution, provides the necessary equipment to keep the points where refugees are staying clean, without any financial assistance using its own resources, vehicles and manpower. The importance of the company’s contribution is further enhanced, taking into account the forthcoming arrival of tourists to Greece in view of the summer, which requires the image of a beautiful and clean port.
Contact Details: ANTIPOLLUTION S.A. A: 57, Akti Miaouli Str, 185 36 Piraeus, Greece T +30 210 4292 426-7 F +30 210 4292 710 E: info@antipollution.gr W: www.antipollution.gr
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Our company
IKTINOS HELLAS S.A.
participated with great success in the below international exhibition: COVERINGS 2016 CHICAGO, USA MAIN HALL, Booth No 6957, 18-21 APRIL
Our clients had the opportunity to see the Greek marbles we can provide them from our privately owned quarries: • Golden Spider (exclusivity) • Nestos (exclusivity) • Thassos • Volakas and also other Greek marbles such as: • Silver Grey • Alivery Grey • Levadia Black • Pentelikon • Tinos Green • White Sivec • Lygourio Beige • Santa Elena • White P etc You are very well come to visit us in the following exhibition in May:
Contact Details: IKTINOS HELLAS S.A. Contact Person: Eng. Kostas Protonotarios A: 7, Likovrissis Str., Metamorfossis, 144 52 Athens-Greece, M +30 6948 870467 T +30 210 2826 825 F +30 210 2818 574 E: info@iktinos.gr, kostasp@iktinos.gr W: www.iktinos.gr
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“Pelagonia Marble” “Pelagonia” marble belongs to the awarded concept “12 Mythic Marbles” (1st Prize in the World -Best Communicator Award 2014 Marmomacc, EBGE Greek Graphic Designs 1st 2014, 2015, 2016 and 3nd in the European Design Awards 2016).
The Myth It is connected with Hephaestus. According to Greek Mythology, Hephaestus is the Greek god of fire, blacksmiths, craftsmen, sculptors and volcanoes. He was the son of Zeus and Hera. Hephaestus was associated by Greek colonists in southern Italy with the volcano gods Adranus of Mount Etna (in one aspect Etna derives from the Greek word αἴθω (aithō) - meaning “I burn”) and Vulcanus, of the Lipari islands. When Castor, the mythic hero built after oracle, Castoria city, and oriented region’s sovereignty by establishing a confederacy, he began thinking expansion to conquer new lands by building two new sites in the plain of Pelagonia (where the Battle of Pelagonia took place in September 1259, between the Empire of Nicaea and the Despotate of Epirus, Sicily and the Principality of Achaea). The members of the confederation, more than 3000, had patron god Hephaestus, who brought from Sicily Italy three Cyclops as his assistants to build the new territories.
w The Marble “Pelagonia” is a beige light color premium Limestone, very popular material between architects and decorators because of its stable color and its properties. “Pelagonia” is very easy to install, there are no veins to be matched, its neutral color meets many other colors and materials in design. This marble is suitable even for Luxury Projects. Residential, Commercial and Institutional development projects, Interior, Exterior Flooring and Wall cladding, Decorative Elements, Bathrooms, and Countertops. (Polished, Honed, Brushed)
Contact Details: STONE GROUP INTERNATIONAL (MARMOR SG S.A.) A: Kavalari, P.C. 57200 Thessaloniki, Greece T: +30 23940 20440 (5 Lines) F: +30 23940 52733 W: www.stonegroup.gr
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MEMBERS’ NEWS Mideast receives two more awards Mideast awarded as Greece’s Leading P.C.O. and Best Tour Operator
Mideast Travel Worldwide, the Greek travel agency that keeps gaining a big share of the tourism market through its groundbreaking initiatives in Greece and abroad, recently received another two important distinctions. In particular, the company’s MICE Department was awarded as Leading P.C.O. in Greece (Bronze Award) at the Tourism Awards 2016 while Mideast won the Gold Award as Greece’s Best Tour Operator at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2016. These two awards were now added to the company’s history of honours and when combined with Mideast’s nomination, for the fourth consecutive year, as Greece’s Leading D.M.C. by the World Travel Awards 2016, they all affirm that the company’s business progress has certainly taken off. Mrs. Katerina Mousbeh, Managing Director of Mideast, stated: “Nowadays the turn of the people’s preference to online travel systems is undeniable. This fact alone makes our distinctions praiseworthy as this is the best proof that the human factor in customer service really offers that extra something that will make it stand out from an impersonal booking system. Once more we prove that our people, the team of Mideast, is our greatest strength.” Mideast people, utilizing the finest electronic systems, provide travel and conference services to the company’s clientele in Greece and abroad.
People over systems is the key differentiator
Contact Details: MIDEAST TRAVEL WORLDWIDE Contact Person: Elina Argyri, Marketing & Communications Department A: 105 – 107, Vas. Sofias Ave., Athens 115 21 T +30 211 2118 747 F +30 210 6426 147 E: eargyri@mideast.gr W: www.mideast.gr Facebook: MidEastTravel
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Chillbox is coming to Saudi Arabia Chillbox Greek frozen yogurt chain of stores, is a100% Greek idea, Greek product andGreek company, with modern concept stores with frozen yogurt as its main product, and many other products such as ice cream, coffee and beverages of high quality and authentic flavors. After achieving leadership in the Greek market, our vision is to establish the leading position in the International market of Greek Frozen Yogurt, offering unparalleled nutritional value, always serving a human centric ideal of healthy lifestyle with great pleasure! This summer, Chillbox is coming in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with an exceptional store! There the visitors would be able to enjoy frozen yogurt, 20 delicious flavors of ice cream, ice cream cakes, fluffy dessert cakes, delicious coffees, crunchy waffles and crepes, fresh fruit juices and a lot more unique chillbox products.
Our products Greek frozen yogurt in 8 different flavors: Natural, Strawberry, Mango, Chocolate, Vanilla Madagascar, Cookies, Banana, Hazelnut Praline. Also: wide variety of delicious toppings, premium quality ice cream, coffee, tea and beverages, smoothies, yogo smoothies, natural juices, water ices, milkshakes, iced tea.T asteful mini waffles, delicious crepes and two flavors of soft ice cream. Chillbox around the world Chillbox is expanded throughout the world via franchise. Chillbox stores can be found in U.S., U.K., Sweden, Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania, France, Hungary, Italy, Cyprus, Russia.
Contact Details: CHILLBOX S.A. Contact Person: Mrs. Patricia Mastrogiannidou T +30 210 6071 300 E: info@chillbox.gr W: www.chillbox.com
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MEMBERS’ NEWS Three distinctions in “Centenarian Brands” for Adelco One family, almost a century of history and a company that continues over time to have a strong presence, this is the identity of Adelco. The Company has receive three honors for its products during the three-day symposium “Centenarian BRANDS - ALL TIME FAVOURITES”, organized in Athens. Adelco S.A. ensures the health, the well-being and the quality of life of society, producing pharmaceutical and cosmetic products of excellent quality. On behalf of the Company, the President and CEO Mr. E. Colocotronis received the honors for the following products: • OM-OR / SHAMPOO, year 1955 Silver award “Centenarian ALL TIME FAVOURITES” • FILICINE / PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT, year 1961 Bronze award “Centenarian BRANDS - ALL TIME FAVOURITES” • PAROTICIN / PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT, year 1968 Bronze award “Centenarian BRANDS - ALL TIME FAVOURITES “
Against the trends, Adelco S.A. remains totally independent, relying solely on its own resources and its own production, strengthening its situation in Greece and Globally. The continuous improvement and the excellence of its products is traditionally the driving force of the strategic framework of the Company’s business. One of the key factors of the company’s success till today is due to the exceptional personnel, staffing the sales departments, marketing, export, production, R&D, quality control and quality assurance. The Symposium was organized in Athens from April 15th to April 17th 2016, by the financial magazine “The Business Review” together with the NPO “House of Manager’s, under the auspices of the Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Hellenic Food Industries (SEVT) .
Contact Details: ADELCO S.A. E: info@adelco.gr W: www.adelco.gr
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Summer essentials by NEF - NEF HOMEWARE NEF - NEF introduces the new Spring - Summer 2016 collection, designed for living with comfort and style. Inspired by nature, the dazzling palette of spring and the earthy summer hues, this brand new collection masterfully reflects leading fashion & design trends. New romantics, soft pastels, bold stripes and beautiful flowers mix and fuse with bold, vivid colors and seductive ethnic motifs, creating dreaming bedrooms, relaxing living rooms, welcoming kitchens, chic bathrooms and playful kids rooms. Made with the utmost care to brighten every day of your life, the Spring – Summer 2016 collection is skin friendly and eco conscious. Explore it here: www.nef-nef.gr
Contact Details: ΝΕF-NEF HOMEWARE W: www.nef-nef.gr
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