Agenda

September 16, 2024 - Web-only panels

11:30-12:00
Sept 16, 2024
The traffic problem in Athens and Thessaloniki -and how to deal with it
The traffic problem in Athens and Thessaloniki -and how to deal with it
-Thanos Tsianos – President of SES,

-Samouel Salem, Director of Transport Planning, ThTA.

12:00-13:00
Sept 16, 2024
The contemporary challenges in Public Works and the role of local government
The contemporary challenges in Public Works and the role of local government
-Andreas Grammatikogiannis – Deputy Mayor in Infrastructure, Municipality of Athens

-Prodromos Nikiforidis – Deputy Mayor of Technical Works, Municipality of Thessaloniki

-Konstantinos Sinogeorgos – Member of Executive Committee, OSETEE

 

Panel Moderator: Symela Touchtidou, journalist, euronews hellas, newmoney.gr

September 16, 2024 - Zappeion Mansion

20:00 - 22:00
Sept 16, 2024
Opening Gala- Peristilio, Zappeion Mansion
Closed event for speakers and sponsors (by invitation only). Invited as speakers are:

– Christos Staikouras, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport

– Stefanos Gikas, Deputy Minister of Maritime Affairs & Insular Policy

– Loukia Saranti, President, Federation of Industries of Greece (SBE)

September 17, 2024 - Infrastructure Day - Megaron Athens International Conference Centre

09:00 - 09:30
Sept 17, 2024
Registrations - Coffee - Networking
Registrations - Coffee - Networking
Register, enjoy your morning coffee and engage in the necessary networking, just before the official start of the 2nd day of ITC 2024 – 7th Infrastructure & Transport Conference.
09:30 - 09:50
Sept 17, 2024
Conference Opening
Conference Opening
– Nikos Karagiannis, Journalist, ypodomes.com
– Fotis Fotinos, Journalist, metaforespress.gr
09:50-10:35
Sept 17, 2024
What is the planning for fixed-track media projects: Rail, metro and tram. How they can be developed based on the European experience
What is the planning for fixed-track media projects: Rail, metro and tram. How they can be developed based on the European experience
The re-establishment of the railway through projects; the restoration projects in Thessaly; the project program for the upgrading of railway sections. What is the future of the Metro network in Athens and Thessaloniki? What will happen concerning the Tram? Will we see it expand further? Will it reach other cities?

Invited to this panel are:

– Konstantinos Magoulas, Secretary General of Infrastructure

– Nikolaos Kouretas, CEO, Elliniko Metro

– Christos Palios, CEO, ERGOSE

– Giannis Valavanis, Director, Metro & Rail Projects, Hill International

– Dimitrios Katsochis, Senior Manager, Head of Transport & Urban Planning, Planet

Panel moderator: Olga Klontza, journalist, businessdaily.gr

10:40-10:55
Sept 17, 2024
Greece on the map of energy corridors - Fireside chat
Greece on the map of energy corridors - Fireside chat
Our country is part of the wider European planning which aims at adequacy and interconnectivity. The role of electrical interconnections and the next plans. Fireside chat.

Invited to this panel are:

-Alexandra Sdoukou, Deputy Minister of Energy, Ministry of the Environment and Energy
-Manos Manousakis, Chairman & CEO, Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO)

in discussion with Chryssa Liaggou, journalist, Kathimerini

11:00-11:40
Sept 17, 2024
Funding and major projects; the role of the Growthfund and the Recovery Fund - The new methods to implement projects
Funding and major projects; the role of the Growthfund and the Recovery Fund - The new methods to implement projects
The significant role of financing in projects. The keys to running the projects are NSRF, CEF, RRF and bank financing, as well as the crucial factor called ‘time’. Is there time enough for implementation of projects?

Invited to this panel are:

– Gregory Dimitriadis, CEO, Growthfund

– Konstantinos Makedos, President, TMEDE

– Panagiotis Stampoulidis, Executive Director, Executive Member, Hellenic
Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF)

– Dimitris Samaras, President at Samaras & Partners Group of Companies

Panel moderator: Penny Koutra, journalist, euro2day and news247

11:45-11:55
Sept 17, 2024
“PROJECT OF THE YEAR 2023” Award
“PROJECT OF THE YEAR 2023” Award
“PROJECT OF THE YEAR 2023” is the Ellinikon Building complex for People with Disabilities. The award will be received by: the Municipality of Ellinikon-Argyroupoli, Lamda Development, EKTER and BETAPLAN.

The project engineers are: Static Study: Domi S.A., Study of Electromechanical facilities: LDK S.A., TEKEM S.A., Geotechnical Study: Edafomichaniki S.A., Geotechnical S.A., Planting Study: Ecoscapes IKE

Project Manager: Hill International

11:55-12:00
Sept 17, 2024
Special Award “CONSTRUCTION ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR 2023”
Special Award “CONSTRUCTION ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR 2023”
The special award for the “CONSTRUCTION ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR 2023” will be given to the construction project of the Riviera Tower in Elliniko, for the foundation of the building, which lasted 40 consecutive hours. The award will be presented to: BOUYGUES–INTRAKAT Joint Venture and HERACLES Group.
12:00-12:20
Sept 17, 2024
Coffee break
Coffee break
Coffee break and a chance to engage with other delegates.
12:20-12:30
Sept 17, 2024
The European Funding in major projects - Fireside chat
The European Funding in major projects - Fireside chat

European funding is a catalyst for the implementation of the country’s major infrastructure projects. What is the contribution of the European Investment Bank (EIB) to the development of Greece? Fireside chat.

-Ioannis Tsakiris – EIB Vice-President

in discussion with Penny Koutra, journalist, euro2day.gr, news247.gr

12:30-14:00
Sept 17, 2024
Constructions' Round Table: The day after in major projects
Constructions' Round Table: The day after in major projects
The established “Constructions’ Round Table” is back to review the new challenges. The rebound of major projects, the search for funding, the lack of personnel as well as the ‘day after’ of infrastructure, are some of the topics that will be discussed in this year’s session.

Invited to this panel are:

– Christos Staikouras, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport

– Georgios Stasinos, President, Technical Chamber of Greece

– Christos Panagiotopoulos, CEO, TERNA

– Anastasios Aranitis, Director General, INTRAKAT-AKTOR ATE

– Konstantinos Mitzalis, CEO, AVAX Group

– Dinos Benroubi, Vice Chairman & CEO METKA ATE

 

Panel moderator: Nikos Karagiannis, journalist, ypodomes.com

14:00-14:10
Sept 17, 2024
The Data Center Market in Greece - A new perspective
The Data Center Market in Greece - A new perspective
How do Data Centers create a new scene in the country. Comments and presentation by

Panos Metsis, Head of the Building and Places sector in AECOM Greece

14:10-14:40
Sept 17, 2024
Lunch - Networking
Lunch - Networking
The second break for the necessary lunch and another opportunity to connect and network with other delegates.
14:40-15:40
Sept 17, 2024
Smart, Green and Digital Construction: Reshaping the cities of tomorrow
Smart, Green and Digital Construction: Reshaping the cities of tomorrow
How do we build modern buildings today? What are the global trends and new materials that are revolutionizing the way we perceive construction? Which are the methods used by development companies, the technical sector or the construction industry?

Invited to this panel are:

– Nikolaos-Ioannis Dimtsas, Chief Investment Officer, Executive Director, Dimand

– Konstantinos Bitros, CEO, Inventio Edge

– Dimitris Chanis, CEO, HERACLES Group

– Yanni Paniaras, Group Executive Director, Europe, ΤΙΤΑΝ (TBC)

– Chronis Akritidis, CEO, ANAPLASSIS S.A.

– Vasiliki Kalampokidou, Vice President System Certification, TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD)

– Dimosthenis Kalteziotis, Managing Director Praksys, Sidenor

– Grigoris Kakanelis, Administrative Director, HELLENIC HALYVOURGIA

Panel moderator: Nikos Roussanoglou, journalist, Kathimerini

15:45-16:55
Sept 17, 2024
The future of concessions and PPP projects: Is there room for new highways? Does infrastructure maintenance come into the picture?
The future of concessions and PPP projects: Is there room for new highways? Does infrastructure maintenance come into the picture?
What is the future of concession projects? How are flagship highway projects progressing? Is there room for other road projects or have we reached the end of their dominance?

Invited to this panel are:

– Nikolaos Tachiaos, Deputy Minister of Infrastructure

– Manos Moustakas, General Director of Business Development, Executive Board Member of GEK TERNA Group

– Georgios Syrianos, CEO, AKTOR CONCESSIONS

– Panayiotis Papanikolas, Chairman & CEO at Olympia Odos S.A., Chairman at GEFYRA S.A, Country Director Greece for VINCI Concessions S.A.,

– Costanzo Graffi, Transport Director Continental Europe, AECOM

– Christos Rados, Managing Partner, RACE Consulting Engineers

Panel moderator: Teti Igoumenidi, journalist, Naftemporiki

17:00-17:45
Sept 17, 2024
The major challenges in projects - How to improve maturity and shield smooth implementation in Construction
The major challenges in projects - How to improve maturity and shield smooth implementation in Construction
The second “Constructions’ Round Table” with the participation of institutions of the technical sector. Which are the structural problems in studies and projects? What are the institutions proposing for large and small projects to run in the country?

Invited to this panel are:

– Zacharias Athousakis, Chairman, SATE

– Despina Kallidromitou, President, SEGM

– Konstantinos Goliopoulos, President, PEDMEDE

– Maria Tsiompanou, President, PESEDE

– Athanasia Oikonomou, Infrastructure Section Director, Nea Dimokratia

Panel moderator: Ilias Palialexis, journalist, Athens-Macedonian News Agency

September 17, 2024: Megaron Athens International Conference Centre

20:00 - 23:00
Sept 17, 2024
Cocktail Meet & Greet - Banquet Hall, Megaron Athens International Conference Centre
Closed event  (by invitation only)

September 18, 2024 - Transport Day - Megaron Athens International Conference Centre

09:00 - 09:30
Sept 18, 2024
Registrations - Morning coffee - Networking
Registrations - Morning coffee - Networking
Register, enjoy your morning coffee and engage in the necessary networking, just before the official start of the 3rd day of the ITC 2024 – 7th Infrastructure & Transport Conference.
09:30 - 09:45
Sept 18, 2024
Conference Opening
Conference Opening
– Nikos Karagiannis, Journalist, ypodomes.com
– Fotis Fotinos, Journalist, metaforespress.gr
09:45 - 10:15
Sept 18, 2024
Conversation with the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, Christos Stylianides
Conversation with the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, Christos Stylianides
Conversation moderator: Anastasia Vamvaka, journalist, Capital.gr
10:15 - 11:00
Sept 18, 2024
Greek ports, ships and ferries: The focus on the renewal of the fleet and the modernization of the port infrastructure
Greek ports, ships and ferries: The focus on the renewal of the fleet and the modernization of the port infrastructure
-Evangelos Kyriazopoulos, Secretary General of Maritime & Ports, 

-Panagiotis Tsonis, Deputy CEO PPA SA,

–Athanasios Liagkos, Executive Chairman ThPA SA,

–Dionisis Theodoratos, President SEEN, Deputy CEO Attica Group, 

-Panos Xenokostas, President & CEO, ONEX Shipyards & Technologies, President, Hellenic Shipyards Association.

Panel moderator: Anastasia Vamvaka, journalist, Capital.gr

11:00 - 12:10
Sept 18, 2024
Air Transport: The record performance and the challenges to ensure the upward path
Air Transport: The record performance and the challenges to ensure the upward path
-Christos Tsitouras, Governor, Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority,

-Michalis Kouveliotis, Deputy CEO AEGEAN, 

-George Vilos, Executive Director, Commercial & Business Development, FRAPORT GREECE, 

-Ioanna Papadopoulou, Director Communications & Marketing Athens International Airport,

-Maria Toktor, Head of Business Development of Grecian Air Seaplanes & Water Airports,  

-Crawford Burden, Managing Director, Global Aviation – Europe and India, AECOM.  

Panel moderator: Fotis Fotinos, journalist, metaforespress.gr

12:10 - 12:15
Sept 18, 2024
'COMPANY OF THE YEAR IN TRANSPORT - 2023' Award
'COMPANY OF THE YEAR IN TRANSPORT - 2023' Award
The award celebrates the  “COMPANY OF THE YEAR IN TRANSPORT – 2023”.  It will be presented to Athens International Airport for its record in the year under review.
12:15 - 12:30
Sept 18, 2024
Brunch and Networking Break
Brunch and Networking Break
The first break, also an opportunity for discussion with other delegates.
12:30 - 12:45
Sept 18, 2024
Conversation with the Deputy Minister of Transport, Vassilis Oikonomou
Conversation with the Deputy Minister of Transport, Vassilis Oikonomou
Conversation moderator: Fotis Fotinos, journalist, metaforespress.gr
12:45 - 13:45
Sept 18, 2024
Railways - ports - freight centers
Railways - ports - freight centers
-Ioanna Tsiaparikou, President, Regulatory Authority of Railways,

-Panagiotis Terezakis, CEO OSE,

-Roberto Rinaudo, CEO Hellenic Train,

-Panagiotis Balomenos, CEO GAIAOSE,

-Stelios Archontakis, Managing Director VTG Rail Logistics Hellas.

Panel Moderator: Olga Klontza, journalist, BusinessDaily.gr

13:45 - 14:30
Sept 18, 2024
Lunch Break - Networking
Lunch Break - Networking
The second break, for the necessary lunch, and another opportunity to connect and network with other delegates.
14:30 - 15:30
Sept 18, 2024
Freight Transport - Logistics - Postal / Courier Services: The increase of investments and the escalation of competition
Freight Transport - Logistics - Postal / Courier Services: The increase of investments and the escalation of competition
-Gregory Sklikas, CEO Hellenic Post,

-Dimitris Kalligeris, Senior Vice President Supply Chain (GR), Streem Global,

-Vasilis Maglaras, CEO Thriasio Logistics Center, 

-Yiannis Sarantitis, President & CEO SARMED Logistics, 

-Sokratis Baltas, President REDEPLAN.

Panel moderator: Fanis Zois, journalist, Naftemporiki

15:30 - 15:40
Sept 18, 2024
Conversation with the Country Manager of Visa Greece, Nikos Petrakis
Conversation with the Country Manager of Visa Greece, Nikos Petrakis
Conversation moderator: Fey Chrysochoou, journalist, ANT1
15:40 - 15:50
Sept 18, 2024
Mastercard and Urban Mobility
Mastercard and Urban Mobility
–Klaus Kroeger, Head of Platform Solutions (Smart Cities, Public Transportation, EV-Charging & Mobility), Mastercard
15:50 - 16:00
Sept 18, 2024
Conversation with the General Secretary of Transport, Despoina Paliarouta
Conversation with the General Secretary of Transport, Despoina Paliarouta
Conversation moderator: Fey Chrysochoou, journalist, ANT1
16:00 - 17:00
Sept 18, 2024
The modern trends of urban and peri-urban mobility
The modern trends of urban and peri-urban mobility
-George Spiliopoulos, CEO OASA,

-Athanasios Kottaras, CEO STASY,

-Stefanos Agiasoglou, CEO OSY,

-Yiannis Toskas, CEO TheTA,

-Dimos Sapidis, CEO Siemens Mobility Greece.

Panel moderator: Fey Chrysochoou, journalist, ANT1

17:00 - 17:45
Sept 18, 2024
The new challenges in the automobile industry and the growth of electric and hydrogen vehicles
The new challenges in the automobile industry and the growth of electric and hydrogen vehicles
-Dimitrios Gatsonis, Vice President Hellastron,

-Evangelos Bekiaris, Director HIT/CERTH, 

-Kostas Kalogirou, Enterprises Business Unit Leader, PLANET,

-Dimitris Kavvouris, Deputy CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, Syngelidis Group.

Panel moderator: John Kanoupakis, journalist, Naftemporiki and Autospecialist.gr