At the ongoing 1st Blue Heritage Summit in Thessaloniki, Leonidas Bakouras, the General Director of Thrace Mines, expressed hopes that the mining investment in Perama Evros will commence in 2027. He highlighted that exploiting mineral wealth is not just a local issue but a matter of national significance, framing it as a way to bolster Greece's economic future.

Bakouras pointed out that the company has submitted an environmental study and is actively engaging with the state to advance public consultation on this study. He underscored the importance of dialogue with the local community, drawing parallels to the successful integration of mining activities with tourism, agriculture, and livestock in Halkidiki, which resulted from local participation in decision-making processes.

In terms of specifics, the Perama Evros project aims to extract gold and silver, with a projected investment of €430 million, expected to generate €400 million in revenue for the public sector and create approximately 700 jobs. This investment plan not only signifies a crucial step towards economic development in the region but also illustrates the strategic approach of the mining industry in balancing economic benefits with community relations and environmental considerations.