{"id":269695,"date":"2025-12-23T18:56:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T16:56:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maritimes.gr\/?p=269695"},"modified":"2025-12-23T18:56:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T16:56:05","slug":"ppa-s-a-significant-distinctions-by-leading-institutions-of-business-evaluation-and-excellence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maritimes.gr\/en\/ppa-s-a-significant-distinctions-by-leading-institutions-of-business-evaluation-and-excellence\/","title":{"rendered":"PPA S.A.: Significant distinctions by leading institutions of business evaluation and excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"

23 December 2025. Piraeus Port Authority S.A. (PPA S.A.) has recently recorded a series of high-profile distinctions, confirming its steadily upward trajectory, strong financial performance and strategic commitment to the principles of responsible and sustainable entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n

Specifically, the company was distinguished at the ICAP CRIF \u2013 True Leaders Awards, an institution that acknowledges companies with outstanding financial performance, strong creditworthiness and a consistent growth path. The True Leaders Awards are based on strict and objective criteria, including profitability, turnover growth, employment levels, and financial reliability, highlighting companies that serve as benchmarks of sound entrepreneurship within the Greek economy.<\/p>\n

In parallel, Piraeus Port Authority was honored with the Diamond Elite distinction at the Diamonds of the Greek Economy 2025, a leading institution organized by Naftemporiki that highlights companies with a strong footprint in the Greek economy. The ELITE category applies to companies listed on the Athens Stock Exchange with high market capitalization and stable growth dynamics. It is worth noting that the Diamond Elite award was conferred on Piraeus Port Authority for the first time, as a result of the significant increase in its market capitalization\u2014an achievement that reflects market confidence and further enhances the company\u2019s corporate value.<\/p>\n

Of particular importance is also the distinction of PPA S.A. at the Diamonds of the Greek Economy 2025 \u2013 ESG Awards, also organized by Naftemporiki. The ESG Awards recognize companies that consistently integrate the principles of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility into their daily operations and the core of their strategic approach. This ESG Leading Award distinction, which PPA S.A. received for yet another year, confirms its leading role in responsible business practices and sustainable development.<\/p>\n

The above distinctions collectively present a comprehensive picture of strategic maturity and financial strength, clearly reflecting the values and corporate culture of PPA S.A., which consistently invests in transparency, sustainable development and the creation of long-term value for the economy and society.<\/p>\n

PPA S.A. continues to consolidate its position as a modern, reliable and responsible organization, making a substantial contribution to the country\u2019s growth momentum and reinforcing the role of the Port of Piraeus as a strategic hub at both national and international levels.<\/p>\n

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Manager of the Strategy & Development dpt. Ms Despoina Gkikaki receives the True Leaders Award<\/p><\/div>\n

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Manager of the Strategy & Development dpt. Ms Despoina Gkikaki receives the ESG Award from Minister of Development Mr. Takis Theodorikakos<\/p><\/div>\n

About PPA S.A.<\/em>
\nPiraeus Port Authority SA is an Athens Stock Exchange listed company engaged in the management and operation of Piraeus port, Greece\u2019s largest port and one of the largest integrated harbours in<\/em><\/p>\n

Europe, providing a complete range of services. Some of the company\u2019s activities involve cruise, coastal (ferry\/passenger), container and car terminal services, as well as general cargo, ship repair, logistic and free zone services. The main shareholder of Piraeus Port Authority S.A., with a stake of 67 percent, is COSCO SHIPPING, one of the largest maritime companies in the world.<\/em><\/p>\n

Over the last decade the company has experienced a remarkable growth in all port activities, which is still underway, largely contributing to the country\u2019s economy, while driven by green development and increased digitalization, alongside a people-first approach and a spirit of giving back to the society.<\/em><\/p>\n

PPA holds the ”ECO PORT” PERS status, is included in the Athens Stock Exchange ESG index and is one of the \u201cMost Sustainable Companies in Greece 2025\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n

For more information please visit https:\/\/olp.gr<\/em><\/p>\n

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