June 14 is dedicated to World Blood Donor Day, a day that honors the selfless contribution of voluntary blood donors across the globe. Every drop of blood can make a difference for someone in urgent need, whether it’s accident victims, surgical patients, cancer patients, or individuals with chronic conditions such as thalassemia.

To mark this important occasion, CORDIA organized and carried out a voluntary blood donation drive on June 12, in collaboration with Evangelismos Hospital.

Employees from all our group companies (ESA Security, Skymar, and Imagin) participated in this act of solidarity, once again proving that giving is an essential part of who we are.

Why Blood Donation Matters

Voluntary blood donation is a cornerstone of the modern healthcare system. It ensures that hospitals have access to a safe and sufficient blood supply, not only in emergencies but also for ongoing medical treatments.

In Greece, the need for blood remains significant:

• More than 120,000 units of blood are needed annually for patients with thalassemia alone.
• Hospitals face frequent shortages, especially during the summer months when demand increases and donations decline.
• Although more than 500,000 blood donations are made each year, a large percentage still comes from replacement donors (family/friends of patients), rather than regular voluntary donors, who provide the safest and most sustainable solution.

This is why initiatives like ours are so important. They promote a culture of giving and raise awareness about the vital importance of blood donation.

An Act of Giving That Unites Us

At CORDIA, social responsibility is an integral part of our philosophy. We believe that giving back to the community is a shared duty and that even the simplest actions can have the power to transform lives.

A heartfelt thank you to all the employees who participated in the blood drive. Your act truly saves lives and sends a powerful message of hope and solidarity. We are proud to stand united not just as colleagues, but as active members of a society that cares and gives.

Want to become a blood donor yourself? Visit the Hellenic National Blood Donation Center (EKEA) or your nearest hospital to learn how you can donate safely and regularly.

CORDIA’s involvement in this initiative is more than just a strategic move, it reflects our deep commitment to actively shaping the future of the country’s digital economy. We bring our expertise, experience, and innovative solutions to help transform infrastructure and entrepreneurship. CORDIA supports and co-creates developments with a strong focus on green technology, energy efficiency, and technological excellence.

Read more in the Press Release below:

Press Release

Launch of the Greek Data Center Association to Advance the Data Center Sector and Strengthen the Digital Economy

Athens, May 5, 2025:

The growing demand for data, driven by evolving user needs, combined with the urgent requirement for more efficient and sustainable data center infrastructure in Greece, as well as the country’s strategic location in Southeastern Europe and its emerging role as a digital hub, is fueling continuous investment in this rapidly developing sector.

With the goal of strengthening and advancing the industry, the Greek Data Center Association (GRDCA) has been established. This nonprofit organization represents the collective economic, legal, commercial, and technical interests of companies operating, building, or owning data centers in Greece.

Among the founding members is CORDIA, a company actively engaged in the design, construction, and management of advanced technological infrastructure with an emphasis on sustainability and innovation. CORDIA’s participation in GRDCA marks a strategic milestone, perfectly aligned with its commitment to contributing meaningfully to Greece’s digital transformation by delivering services and solutions that support reliable and “green” development of digital infrastructure.

For CORDIA, joining GRDCA is a declaration of active involvement in the collective effort to build a robust and competitive data center ecosystem in Greece. Through the Association, CORDIA will contribute its know-how, experience, and vision while collaborating with top providers and stakeholders to create conditions that attract international investment and foster technological progress.

Recognizing the strategic role of data centers in the digital economy, the Association will work to promote industry representation at exhibitions, institutions, and through international partnerships. It will also foster stakeholder awareness, encourage consultation, and facilitate dialogue on critical issues affecting the sector.

As part of its activities, the Association is committed to adhering to competition regulations, implementing safeguarding mechanisms, and adopting codes of conduct that promote transparency and fair development in the industry. In doing so, it aims to become a strong representative body, enhancing Greece’s position as a key hub for data centers and digital connectivity.

The Association’s founding members include:
Digital Realty Hellas, Data 4 Greece, TI Sparkle Greece MAE, Schneider Electric, LDK Consultants, JEPA, Hill International, IFSAS, CORDIA, and Bluesun.

Mr. Alexandros Bechrakis, President and CEO of Digital Realty Hellas, has been appointed as the Association’s Administrator and Chairman of the Board.

The first Board of Directors includes representatives from:
Digital Realty Hellas, Data 4 Greece, TI Sparkle Greece MAE, and Schneider Electric.

The Association extends an open invitation to new companies and professionals in the field to join this collective effort, aimed at creating a resilient, innovative, and sustainable data center industry in Greece.

For more information, interested parties can contact: info@grdca.gr

The Group’s first international investment involves the acquisition of a majority stake in Mundus Services, the largest provider of technical maintenance, building cleaning, and facility and infrastructure services in Bulgaria. The second investment includes the acquisition of a significant stake in a manned guarding and security services company in Cyprus, in a strategic partnership with the Papaelina family, led by Athos Papaelinas.

Mundus Services, which serves 4,000 facilities and operates through 7 offices in Bulgaria, is the country’s largest provider of technical maintenance and cleaning services, with revenues of €20 million and an operating profit of €2 million. The company boasts extensive industry experience, significant technical expertise, advanced technological systems, and a distinguished clientele of prominent domestic and multinational companies.

The experienced management team of Mundus Services will remain at the helm, retaining a minority shareholding, while committing to further develop the company’s operations in the coming years, particularly in energy-saving solutions, electrification, and advanced IoT applications. The Papaelina family’s equity participation company, following CORDIA’s investment, will join the Group’s ESA Security Solutions, aiming to strengthen its presence in the Cypriot market in manned guarding, advanced “smart” security systems, as well as in the development of technical maintenance, energy solutions, and building cleaning services.

The CORDIA Group, a joint investment by SMERemediumCap and the Latsco family office, is transforming into one of the largest facility management companies in the region following these two new international investments. The Group’s turnover is estimated to exceed €165 million by 2025, with an expected operating profit of over €10 million during the same period, while employing 5,000 people and maintaining a strong and reputable client portfolio.

Over the past three years, the SMERemediumCap Investment Fund has established, through acquisitions and organic growth, the largest facility management services Group in Greece and the broader region. Through the wide range of services it offers both domestically and internationally, and with a strong competitive advantage in its experienced and skilled workforce, the CORDIA Group fully meets the needs of its clients with integrated solutions, from technical maintenance and energy upgrades of buildings and infrastructure to manned guarding, “smart” security systems, and the cleaning of facilities, infrastructure, and buildings.

The Group’s goal is the continuous upgrade of the services offered to its clients, through the provision of innovative, high-standard solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies, on competitive terms, with transparency and consistency.

The completion of the transactions is subject to approval by the relevant authorities.

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