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The Greek Minister of Sports, Giannis Vroutsis, has presented a comprehensive map of the Greek sports ecosystem to the country's thirteen regional governors for the first time.

VENETI is entering a business collaboration with Coffee Lab to enhance its presence in the coffee market by introducing premium bakery products.

Cyprus faces growing security concerns and a potential decline in its status as a safe business hub following recent drone attacks originating from Iran.

A multi-year judicial and business battle between two Greek breweries reaches a critical point, reflecting broader issues of competition, entrepreneurship, and consumer impact.

The 2nd ESG Summit by ICAP CRIF aims to transform ESG compliance into strategic value for businesses in Greece.

The Greek National Tourism Organization participated in the 12th Business Tourism Management Fair in Bari, highlighting the city's significant role in connecting Italian travelers to Greece.

Greek banks are anxiously monitoring developments in the Middle East, as these could significantly impact their business plans for the next three years.

A recent survey reveals that half of Greek businesses underperformed during the winter sales of 2026, attributed to reduced consumer purchasing power and unfair competition from Asian platforms.

Nikos Katradis has been awarded the Entrepreneurship Award by the Academy of Greek Art Prizes, recognizing his extensive business career and social contributions in the local community of Piraeus.

The mysterious disappearance of Greek-American businessman Kostas Grevenitis in Laconia is raising questions and concerns with dangerous coincidences coming to light.

The Greek Maritime Chamber highlights the critical role of small and medium-sized maritime businesses in the Greek shipping ecosystem and their initiatives to support them.

The EU Commission has approved a 400-million-euro state aid scheme to support strategic investments in clean technologies in Greece.

There is an escalating conflict between Greek and Spanish subsidiaries of Avramar regarding brand exploitation and financial revenue management.

The commercial dispute between Greek and Spanish subsidiaries of Avramar intensifies over brand utilization and sales revenue management in the Iberian Peninsula.

The European Commission has approved a Greek state aid scheme of 400 million euros aimed at strategic investments in clean technologies.

KYANA Hellas, a Greek SME, aims to enhance its exports and compete with multinational companies in the professional cosmetics market.

The Vertical Corridor of gas pipelines among Eastern European countries is facilitating deals in LNG and other business agreements between Greek and American companies.

The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue is employing the Jaccard similarity index to enhance its detection of fraudulent business networks following a significant crackdown on 380 ghost companies.

Recent nationwide research highlights the readiness of Greek medium-sized enterprises to adopt artificial intelligence technologies in their operations.

Sokratis Famellos criticizes the Greek government for misleading small and medium enterprises, claiming it is now punishing them with business closures.

The CEO of Mevaco, Spyros Delendas, is achieving significant growth in the company's market value, expected to reach 100 million euros, up from just 8 million in 2015.

The Greek government has launched an entrepreneurship support initiative for unemployed youth aged 18-29, providing subsidies to encourage business development, with a focus on women and green digital economy.

Pollux Tech, a Greek deep-tech and space-tech company focused on maritime safety, has joined the European Space Agency's Business Incubator in Greece to develop innovative satellite-based technology for locating people in distress at sea.

The turnover of Greek businesses reached 492.1 billion euros in 2025, reflecting a growth of 1.6% from the previous year, with notable increases in Mining and Education sectors.

In 2025, the total turnover of businesses in Greece reached 492.062 billion euros, marking a 1.6% increase from the previous year, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority.

The myBusinessSupport platform has been launched to assist businesses in Chios affected by the summer fires of 2025.

myPOS is enhancing its role in the Greek market by providing innovative payment solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, aligning with regulatory standards.

The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue has dismantled a major organized crime ring that exploited hundreds of straw men to run 380 businesses, accruing debts totalling €43 million.

Greek politician Kyriakos Velopoulos launched a multi-pronged attack on the government in Parliament regarding a labor bill, accusing it of being the source of multiple scandals.

A Greek association has raised alarm over misleading practices regarding cash registers involving claims about their impending cancellation, aiming to direct businesses towards electronic invoicing providers instead.

The Greek Competition Commission is prioritizing an investigation into potential illegal practices within the remittance services market, prompted by complaints and proactive inquiries.

Greek listed companies have launched significant business deals worth nearly 29 billion euros in a strong year for corporate activities.

The Greek tax authority is conducting extensive checks on businesses that have not connected their POS systems to cash registers and the IRIS payment system, imposing fines for non-compliance.

The Greek Ministry of Labor invites companies to participate in the Rebrain Greece event in London aimed at attracting qualified Greeks abroad.

AKTOR Group is implementing a new organizational structure and vertically integrated operating model to enhance corporate governance and accelerate business development.

The Greek Ministry of Labor invites business groups and companies seeking highly specialized executives to participate in the upcoming event aimed at attracting Greeks abroad as part of the Rebrain Greece initiative, to be held in London on May 9.

The Greek tax authority, AADE, has identified 147 companies involved in fictitious transactions totaling approximately 718 million euros, resulting in a VAT shortfall of over 143 million euros.

The Greek tax authority, AADE, has identified 147 companies involved in fraudulent transactions amounting to 720 million euros, evading value-added tax (VAT) totaling 143 million euros in 2025.

A new survey reveals that Greek SMEs are maintaining a stable business climate and pursuing growth despite facing external uncertainty.

A business mission involving 15 Greek companies was held in Nairobi from January 25 to January 29, organized by the Hellenic-African Chamber of Commerce and Development, in collaboration with several Greek and Kenyan organizations.

A new survey reveals that Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) maintain a stable business climate and growth orientation despite facing significant external challenges.

Greek companies are securing roles in Libya's reconstruction, signing 21 cooperation agreements in Benghazi, covering various sectors including energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and digital projects.

Thousands of businesses have a unique opportunity to settle old obligations and correct past mistakes without incurring fines or penalties, with a deadline of January 31.

The market is expected to remain active in 2026 for business deals, following 2025 which surpassed 12.5 billion euros with five agreements in the final stages.

After nearly a year of negotiations, the powerful regional players Masoutis and Kritikos have sealed an agreement that creates a new strength in the Greek food market with a combined turnover of nearly 2 billion euros.

Orange electricity tariffs will come into effect on February 1, 2026, for large customers and on April 1, 2026, for small customers, aiming to significantly boost Greek businesses with flexible production.

Greek IT groups are increasingly engaging in acquisitions overseas, with notable deals in countries like the UK, Belgium, Romania, Cyprus, and Scandinavia projected for 2025, continuing a trend from previous years.

The food and beverage industry is set to lead the Greek economy in 2025, driven by significant business deals and prospects for 2026.

The Greek government has announced a one-month extension for businesses to complete pending matters with the General Commercial Registry (GEMI).

In 2024, the Greek economy reaches a pivotal maturity point, achieving a growth rate of 2.1%, consistently above the EU average, amidst declining energy prices and controlled inflation at 2.7%.