BARBA STATHIS organizes "BUSINESS DAY" in cooperation with SEV

BARBA STATHIS, a leading company in Greece’s agri-food sector, welcomed representatives from start-ups and research centers to its premises as part of the "Business Day" event organized by the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (SEV) to foster direct connections between member companies and the innovation ecosystem. 

‘Business Day’ took place on the premises of BARBA STATHIS in the Industrial Area of Thessaloniki (VI.PE.), in Sindos, on Friday, April 5, 2024, drawing participants from across the nation. Representatives from 15 startups and research centers attended, specializing in innovative high-tech solutions aimed at enhancing productivity, improving product quality, strengthening the circular economy, and holistically enhancing the decision-making process.

The participating companies included: Tekmon, Satori Analytics, Seems, Greener than Green, Act4energy, Pobuca, Smart CV, EXMACHINA, Comidor, BIO2CHP, Dataphoria, Emphasis DigiWorld, People, e-Kinesis, Dataviva.

The event included a guided tour of the BARBA STATHIS frozen food production unit offering insights into the company's operations and environmentally friendly investments. At the same time, the interaction with the company's management allowed for a fruitful dialogue and exchange of views, laying the groundwork for mutually beneficial partnerships.

Nikitas Pothoulakis, Vice Chairman of the Board and CEO of BARBA STATHIS, said: “Innovation is one of the strategic pillars of BARBA STATHIS' operation. Today's 'Business Day' underscores our longstanding collaboration with the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises and, at the same time, highlights our company's ongoing progress and commitment to continuous improvement and sustainable growth.”

Maggie Athanasiades, Director of the Industry, Development, Technology & Innovation Sector, commented: "SEV's initiatives in the field of innovation significantly bolster the competitiveness of Greek member companies by leveraging the nation's dynamic innovation ecosystem. Collaborating with BARBA STATHIS, a renowned company in Greece's frozen vegetables and fresh salads sector, recognized internationally for its product quality and safety, is a privilege. This partnership reaffirms the company's commitment to sustainable development, seeking collaborations with start-ups to drive innovation. We are also proud of the Greek startups that make the most of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and IoT, offering state-of-the-art solutions to modern industry needs. We hope that Business Day will be the start of many mutually beneficial collaborations."

Through their collaboration, SEV and BARBA STATHIS advocate the interconnection of Greek industries with the field of start-up entrepreneurship, promoting the exchange of ideas, with a shared vision of transitioning to sustainable development.

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