On June 1, on the occasion of Posidonia 2014, Ignatios and Michael Spanopoulos played a host to a reception for the official opening of the new superyacht refit yard of Spanopoulos Group. This is situated in 34 Dimokratias Ave, Perama, Greece.
The official opening of the new Spanopoulos Group superyacht refit yard in Perama, Greece
The opening ribbon was cut by the Deputy Minister for Development & Competitiveness, Mr. ATHANASIOS SKORDAS. The Deputy Minister gave a short speech, praising the specific business initiative and focusing on the importance of investments which contribute to the development and progress of the country.
The new shipyard, which is fully operational since February, has created, during the recession, many opportunities for new jobs in an area with high levels of unemployment. The 16,500m2 site is dedicated exclusively to luxurious mega yachts providing in house, all kind of services, under the high standards classifications of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISPS and high liability insurance. The new shipyard is expected to become a worldwide landmark for yacht repair and maintenance.
The Deputy Minister for Development & Competitiveness, Mr. ATHANASIOS SKORDAS, the Deputy of New Democracy Party, Mrs. TANIA IAKOVIDOU, the Mayor of Perama, Mr. JOHN LAGOUDAKIS, representatives of Piraeus Port Authority S.A., the President of Piraeus Chamber of small and medium sized industries, Mr. ANDRIANOS MIHALAROS, many partners and friends from the shipping community kindly attended the event and made the occasion even more significant.
