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Development Organization EPIRUS S.A.:
Sustainable Development in Epirus

EPIRUS S.A. is a leading development organization based in Ioannina, with a rich history spanning over four decades. The company was founded in 1980 and has evolved into a catalyst for sustainable development, implementing development policies, supporting local communities and promoting the economic and social progress of the Epirus Region. Operating in the public interest, EPIRUS S.A. acts as a vital link between local authorities and the community, promoting sustainable development aligned with global standards.

Shareholders

EPIRUS S.A.'s shareholders are the Region of Epirus, local municipalities, Chambers of Commerce and Agricultural Cooperatives, with the Region of Epirus as the main shareholder. This diverse ownership ensures alignment with local needs and priorities.

Mission

Design and develop projects that strengthen the economy, environment and society of Epirus.

Vision

An Epirus that leverages its comparative advantages and creates prospects for future generations.

Our goals

EPIRUS S.A. operates under a legal framework that emphasizes sustainable development and the well-being of the local community, aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The main purposes of EPIROS S.A., as stated in its articles of association, are:

Collaborative Development Application

Collaboration with Local Government Organizations to implement development policies that benefit local communities.

Strengthening administrative and technical capacity.

Strengthening the capacities of regional and local authorities through scientific, advisory and technical support.

Development of infrastructure projects.

Maturation and execution of key infrastructure projects for regional development.

Promoting the Sustainable Development Goals.

Implementation of actions and projects aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda..

Digital transition

Execution of projects and provision of services that promote digital convergence and innovation.

 Support for self-government functions.

Providing assistance to regional and local authorities in the exercise of their autonomous powers.

Promoting the Sustainable Development.

Participation in programs and policies that promote sustainable development.

Economic and Business Development.

Strengthening business activities and generally sustainable development of the regional and local authorities of Epirus.

Real Estate Management.

Provision of technical and advisory services for the management and development of real estate assets of regional and local authority shareholders, including real estate serving special uses such as scientific or technological parks.

Preservation of cultural and natural heritage.

Protection and promotion of cultural, tourist and natural resources.

Community Engagement

Informing and participating institutions and citizens in development initiatives.

Tourism Development.

Strengthening the tourism product, enriching the visitor experience and developing new forms of alternative tourism.

Key roles & responsibilities

EPIRUS S.A. holds various key roles in the region:

Local Action Group (LAG)

Since 1991, it has been acting as a LAG for the implementation of Community-Led Local Development Strategies (CLLD-LEADER), focusing on rural development and community participation.

Technical, scientific and administrative support

of Local Government Organizations of first and second degree.

Management Body of the Vikos-Aoos UNESCO Global Geopark

Management of the geopark, enrichment of knowledge of its geological features, promotion of geodiversity and biodiversity and ensuring compliance with UNESCO regulations.

Operating Body of the Cultural Route of Ancient Theaters of Epirus

Operation and promotion of this cultural initiative, highlighting the historical wealth of the region and the archaeological sites as branded destinations.

Destination Management and Promotion Organization

Since 2021, it has been operating as the official regional Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO) for the destination "Epirus", focusing on destination management, tourism development and marketing strategies.

Management Body of the Sivota Diving Park

Since 2024, it has been managing, organizing, supervising, protecting and exploiting the Sivota Diving Park as a visitable underwater recreation area.

Foundation & Evolution

It is established as the Agricultural Development Company "EPIROS S.A." (Government Gazette 3551/17.11.80) by two state banks, the Agricultural Bank of Greece (ATE) and the Hellenic Bank for Industrial Development (ETVA S.A.), initially focusing on agricultural development.
1900
The shareholding structure is changing, with first and second-tier local government organizations acquiring the majority stake, signaling the transition towards greater local governance and regional development.
1900
It is transformed into EPIRUS DEVELOPMENT S.A. Development Company Anonyme OTA, adopting the distinctive title "EPIRUS S.A.", expanding its scope to broader development activities.
1900
It is transformed into a Local Government Development Organization, in accordance with Law 4674/20, under the name "EPIRUS DEVELOPMENT S.A. - Local Government Development Organization"
1900

Organizational Structure

Administrative-Finance Department.
Handles administrative functions and financial management, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.

Department of Rural Development.
Supports the business and social development of the region through information structures and actions for the revitalization of the countryside.
In addition, it undertakes the design, maturation, drafting and submission of local development programs, as well as the management of investments as an Intermediate Management Body. It focuses on rural development initiatives, supporting rural, mountainous and disadvantaged areas of the agricultural sector through local development strategies with the initiative of local communities (CLLD-Leader).

Destination Management and Promotion Department.
Its main objective is to implement actions for the sustainable development and promotion of destinations, contributing to the achievement of the goals of the UN Agenda 2030. It undertakes the promotion of cultural and natural heritage and geodiversity, the development of tourism products and the organization of strategic marketing actions for the promotion of the tourism product at a domestic and international level.

The competent Administration for technical services related to infrastructure projects, including the design, execution and supervision of technical projects.

Department of Projects - Technical Studies and Local Government Support
It deals with the provision of technical support to local authorities through the supervision and monitoring of project implementation, the preparation of technical studies and the preparation of tender documents, as well as the management of tenders in accordance with Law 4412/2016.
In addition, the department undertakes the maintenance of files and schedules, the costing and proposal of contracts, as well as the execution of inspections and quality controls, ensuring the proper and timely implementation of projects in accordance with the requirements of National and Community Legislation.

The Board of Directors is composed of representatives of the Local Government and other collaborating bodies.
Role: Strategy definition, decision-making and project implementation supervision.

President & CEODETSIKAS KONSTANTINOS
Vice presidentMAKRIGIANNI-ROKOU ELENI
MemberSOUKOVELOS GEORGIOS
MemberPLIAKOS MICHAIL
MemberKAPSALIS KONSTANTINOS
MemberALEXIOU CHRISTINA
MemberVASILEIOU VASILEIOS
MemberTOKAS STAVROS
MemberPRENTZAS EVANGELOS
MemberGAITANIDIS PRODROMOS
MemberVOULGARIS KOSMAS

The Board of Directors is composed of representatives of the Local Government and other collaborating bodies.
Role: Strategy definition, decision-making and project implementation supervision.

President & CEODETSIKAS KONSTANTINOS
Vice presidentMAKRIGIANNI-ROKOU ELENI
MemberSOUKOVELOS GEORGIOS
MemberPLIAKOS MICHAIL
MemberKAPSALIS KONSTANTINOS
MemberALEXIOU CHRISTINA
MemberVASILEIOU VASILEIOS
MemberTOKAS STAVROS
MemberPRENTZAS EVANGELOS
MemberGAITANIDIS PRODROMOS
MemberVOULGARIS KOSMAS

Executives, Personnel

Theocharis Georgios

Economist

GENERAL MANAGER

Geronta Evaggelia

Secretary

Karakosta Aikaterini

Civil Engineer

Head of Technical Services Department

Mokos Elias

Agriculturalist

Head of Development and Financial Management Department

Chrisis Evangellos

Economist

Head of the Administrative-Finance Department

Stagkikas Aristotelis

Economist

Head of Destination Management and Promotion Department DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER

Anastasiou Maria

Economist

Vasileioy Vasilis

Civil Engineer

Vlachos Ioannis

Graduate Civil Engineer

Kitsaki Georgia

Historian – Archaeologist

Pavlidi-Polla Maria-Evangelia

Geologist

Pantoulis Dimitris

Civil Engineer, Technical University

Computer Technician

Papaioannou Dimitrios Xaralampos

Environmentalist (Biologist) - Technologist Ichthyologist

Petridou Zoe

Economist

Flintra Aikaterini

Topography & Geoinformatics Engineer

Policies & Certifications

HPEIROS S.A. has chosen a clearly defined Quality Policy as a means for its continuous development. Through this Policy, the company expresses its commitment to provide customers with safe services that meet their requirements and the applicable legislation.

In order to achieve the above objective, HPEIROS S.A. has designed, developed and implemented, at all stages of its operational processes, a Quality Management System, based on the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 standard.

The basic quality policy, on the basis of which all actions are planned at HPEIROS S.A., is summarized in the following:

  • Achieve and maintain the quality and safety of its services at the level promised to customers, using the best available technology and expertise for the financial capabilities of the department, 
  • Provide services with integrity, impartiality and reliability, 
  • To provide services to all interested parties without discrimination, with responsibility, integrity and reliability from the staff.
  • To keep its customers informed and plan for quality improvements based on feedback from them.
  • To ensure continuous and thorough training and education of all its staff, so that they acquire quality awareness and expertise in their work.
  • To make continuous efforts to reduce customer complaints and non-compliant services.
  • To have the financial and human resources that guarantee the support of the processes related to the safety of the services offered and the achievement of continuous improvement of Quality.

HPEIROS S.A. is committed to continue to meet customer requirements with quality and safety in mind and for this reason it has the material resources and human resources to meet this goal, to whatever extent necessary.

Ownership & collaboration

EPIRUS S.A.'s shareholders are the Region of Epirus, local municipalities, Chambers of Commerce and Agricultural Cooperatives, with the Region of Epirus as the main shareholder. This diverse ownership ensures alignment with local needs and priorities.
During its 45 years of operation, Piraeus SA has developed close cooperation with local and regional authorities, universities, research institutions and technological organizations, allowing the effective preparation of development and business plans, the support of local institutions and the preparation of integrated development and investment plans.

a/aShareholdersNumber of SharesShare capital
1Region of Epirus106.144318.432,00
2Municipality of Ioannina1.9175.751,00
3Municipality of Zagori176528
4Municipality of Konitsa280840
5Municipality of Pogoni161483
6Municipality of North Tzoumerka169507
7Municipality of Metsovo207621
8Municipality of Dodoni3951.185,00
9Municipality of Zitsa253759
10Municipality of Igoumenitsa57171
11Municipality of Artaion3090
12P.E.D. Epirus3661.098,00
13Chamber of Ioannina201603
14Chamber of Thesprotia4721.416,00
15Piraeus Bank SA73219
16Union of Agricultural Associations of Ioannina2266
17Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Thesprotia1030
TOTAL110.933,00332.799,00

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