![Elefsina – Two days with the innovation ecosystem](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/elefsina_map-.jpg)
On Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 October 2021 the heart of the steadily growing and with impressive rhythms and (quality) indicators of Greek innovation ecosystem will “beat” in Elefsina, in a historical industrial monument in the Old Olive Press on the beach of the city, in the “back” of the Archaeological Site. There, the 3rd “StartupNow Forum” will take place in physical and digital form, a multi-conference on the new manifestations of entrepreneurship in the era of general uncertainty and the painful response to the consequences of the pandemic and the climate crisis.
The “StartupNow Forum” returns to the city where it was “born”. In Elefsina, the capital of the industrial (from the beginning of the 20th century) Thriasio Pedio, a place that experiences the corporate and business transformations from the “chimneys” of the factory to marketplaces, logistics, data centers…
The main feature of the multi-conference of the “StartupNow Forum” is the meeting of established business groups with start-up support structures, with universities and public research centers and institutional investors with the desire and pursuit of collaborations, synergies and partnerships.
The “StartupNow Forum” is organized by Mantis Business Innovation, with ot.gr, an organic member of the Digital Media family of Alter Ego Media, being a strategic partner. The multi-conference is under the auspices of the Ministry of Development & Investment, the Ministry of Environment & Energy and the Municipality of Elefsina, while it is supported by the National Register of Start-ups “Elevate Greece” and EIT Raw Materials.
At the multi-conference venue, participants will have the opportunity (even online for remote participants) to “close” B2B and B2G agreements through the “StartupNow Gate” platform. At the same time, a rich program will unfold with speeches and interventions, panels, and workshops. From the program of the 2-day conference, the speeches of the Deputy Minister of Digital Government Thodoris Livanios, for “Digital Leadership and the Restart for the Greek Economy” and the Secretary General of the Ministry of Telecommunications and Post and ministry officials who put their stamp on the completion of the service 112).
In addition, Athanasios Kyriazis, Secretary General of Research and Innovation of the Ministry of Development & Investment will make a detailed presentation of funding opportunities from the Recovery & Sustainability Fund and the new NSRF 21-27 for the field of Innovation. NTUA Professor and General Secretary of Natural Environment & Water Konstantinos Arabosis will talk about the new map of the circular economy and growth opportunities from the exploitation of green innovation with Bernd Schäfer, CEO and CEO of EIT RawMaterials Innovation Obviously it would be an omission if there wasn’t a plan to present an analysis of investment incentives for business angels and investments in startups through Elevate Greece as well as the ways of utilizing the available resources of the Recovery & Resilience Fund for startups.
The 2 panels on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) are of great interest – in one of which Dr. Dimitrios Tzovaras, President of the National Center for Research & Technological Development (CERTH). In addition, the presentation of the innovation program for the circular economy “Beyond Circularity” of ETVA-INDUSTRY with Innovation & Implementation Agency Mantis Business Innovation, aims to highlight the technological and environmental solutions to the current challenges facing the industry. Finally, large companies such as Papastratos and Eurobank, PlatinumSponsor and Gold Sponsor respectively of the “StartupNow Forum”, will be represented by senior executives, such as Stavros Drakoularakos, Director of Communications and Michalis Vlastarakis, general manager Group Marketing & Corporate Communications.
![ot.gr](/wp-content/themes/whsk_otgr/common/imgs/fav.ico/favicon-32x32.png)
![ot.gr](/wp-content/themes/whsk_otgr/common/imgs/fav.ico/favicon-32x32.png)
Latest News
![Cruise Industry Opposes New EU Plan for Piraeus Port](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/396121953_881827319967534_9198009856198617419_n-1024x793-1024x793-1-1-600x465.jpg)
Cruise Industry Opposes New EU Plan for Piraeus Port
According to the Plan, cruise ship passengers will be transported by shuttle boats from Piraeus port to the Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF), so that they can then travel to Athens
![Greek State to Reopen 3.875% Bond on Wed.](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/bonds-2048x1365-1-600x400.jpg)
Greek State to Reopen 3.875% Bond on Wed.
Bond of 3.875% is set to mature on March 12, 2029
![Critical Week for Greece-Cyprus Cable](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/kalodio_elladas_cyprus_israil.jpeg)
Critical Week for Greece-Cyprus Cable
The study concluded that the social benefits of the interconnection, totaling 8 billion euros, far outweigh its 1.9 billion euros construction cost, resulting in a net social benefit exceeding 6 billion euros.
![Roberta Metsola Re-elected President of European Parliament](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-07-16T110250Z_1107936467_RC2BW8AZP0U4_RTRMADP_5_EU-PARLIAMENT-2048x1366-1-600x400.jpg)
Roberta Metsola Re-elected President of European Parliament
Her second term will be for a period of two and a half years
![ELSTAT: 1.5% Increase in Business Turnover in May 2024](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/epixeiriseis_2-600x414.jpg)
ELSTAT: 1.5% Increase in Business Turnover in May 2024
The most significant increase in turnover in May 2024 compared with May 2023 was recorded from the enterprises of the Accommodation and Food Service Activities, sector which grew by 14.8%.
![Cosco: Container Traffic Decline at Piraeus Port Continues](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/olp1-scaled-1-2048x1312-1-600x384.jpg)
Cosco: Container Traffic Decline at Piraeus Port Continues
This strategic shift has diminished Piraeus's standing as a prominent Mediterranean port and a key transshipment hub post-Suez Canal.
![Gov’t Eyes Return of Power Subsidies Amid Spike in Rates](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/power-lines-2048x1365-1-600x400.jpg)
Gov’t Eyes Return of Power Subsidies Amid Spike in Rates
According to reports, the government will resume an electricity subsidization program, given that forecasts cite disruptions – i.e. higher rates
![ELSTAT: 6.3% Increase in Output Price Index for Agriculture and Livestock](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ot_georg_PROIONTA_money-1-600x352.png)
ELSTAT: 6.3% Increase in Output Price Index for Agriculture and Livestock
The 6.3% rise in May 2024 is largely driven by an 8.8% increase in the crop output group, particularly due to changes in olive oil prices, and a 0.5% increase in the animal output group.
![Balkans Blackout Highlights Climate Threats to Power Grids](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/blackout-1-600x457.png)
Balkans Blackout Highlights Climate Threats to Power Grids
The surge in electricity demand during the heat wave and the power deficit in Balkan markets have driven up prices in the Greek wholesale electricity market.
![Greece in Top 4 Destinations Favored by European Tourists](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ploio-600x400.jpg)
Greece in Top 4 Destinations Favored by European Tourists
Greece was selected by 5.9% of respondents who were asked where they would vacation this year, up from 5.4% in the same survey last year