On April 8, 2025, VANOS S.A. participated in the 35th “Go Maritime” event by Isalos.net, held at the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos.
Our Business Development Manager, Mr Theofilos Kourounis, was on hand to share his expertise on maritime safety and industry advancements, while connecting with students eager to learn and expand their knowledge.
At VANOS S.A., we are driven by a vision of a stronger, safer maritime future — and that starts with empowering tomorrow’s professionals through knowledge-sharing and continual support.
VANOS S.A. has proudly supported the 34th “Go Maritime” event, organised by Isalos.net, on March 29, 2025., which took place aboard ‘Aegean Sea Lines’ passenger ship “Anemos” at Piraeus Port.
Over 400 students from eight Maritime Academies participated, alongside representatives from shipping companies and organisations, fostering an excellent environment for learning and networking.
Our Business Development Manager, Mr. Theofilos Kourounis, was present, engaging with students and sharing industry knowledge, emphasising the importance of safety in maritime operations.
We remain committed to supporting the education and development of the next generation in shipping.
As we reflect on 2024, we’re proud of the milestones we’ve achieved and the exciting new beginnings that have set the stage for even greater success.
Here’s a look back at our most exciting moments:
Global Expansion: The establishment of VANOS Estonia OÜ marked a pivotal step in our global expansion. Our new R&D hub is at the forefront of innovation, driving transformative breakthroughs and leading the way in new directions
Innovation & R&D Excellence: Both VANOS S.A. and VANOS Estonia OÜ, leverage cutting-edge research and development and deliver transformative solutions that redefine industry standards.
Year of Growth: From internal milestones to new collaborations, this year was all about building stronger foundations and nurturing valuable relationships for the future.
Here’s to a year of new beginnings, bold ideas, and even bigger goals for 2025!
VANOS S.A. is proud to once again be part of the “Go Maritime” Event, organised by Isalos.net at the Merchant Marine Academy of Macedonia, on January 17, 2025.
Our Commercial Director, Mr Georgios Zormpalas and our Business Development Manager, Mr Theofilos Kourounis, participated in the event, connecting with students, cultivating relationships and exploring potential developments within the maritime sector.
A comprehensive workshop focusing on the critical topic “Fall Protection – Suitable Equipment for Complete Protection” was held by VANOS S.A., setting new industry standards for safety and security in the maritime sector.
We continuously strive to empower and nurture the growth of future generations.
VANOS S.A. strengthens its commitment to continuous development with 9 quality & safety certifications from TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD).
Our company has been committed to progress, quality, safety, and continuous improvement and today we are proud to announce a major achievement. On 19 December 2024, we received 9 prestigious certifications from TÜV HELLAS, reinforcing our dedication to upholding the highest standards in every aspect of our operations.
These certifications reflect our commitment to quality management, health and safety, environmental responsibility, food safety, education, information security, anti-bribery and medical devices distribution.
A special thank you to TÜV HELLAS for supporting us on this path to excellence.
We are excited for what’s next and look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and safety!
The VANOS team participated at the French-Hellenic DEFENCE INNOVATION SYMPOSIUM held in Athens on 12-13th December 2024. This promising initiative provided a unique opportunity to explore the future of defense collaboration between France and Greece, as well as the impactful European Defense Fund (EDF) programs shaping the landscape of defense innovation.
The symposium featured insightful discussions, focusing on the strategic role of EDF programs, the future of Franco-Hellenic defense cooperation and the shared goals of fostering technological advancements and global security. It was also an excellent opportunity for B2B meetings, where key industry leaders, military personnel, research organizations and innovators gathered to explore new partnerships and collaborative opportunities, further strengthening the defense sector.
🔍 Key takeaways:
Strengthening French-Hellenic defense cooperation for enhanced security and cutting-edge technology
EDF programs and their pivotal role in driving innovation across Europe
A shared vision for the future, focusing on sustainable growth, innovation, and collective defense goals.
We’re excited to continue building on these valuable connections and look forward to the future opportunities they will present. Let’s keep driving innovation and strengthening global partnerships in defense technology! 💡🚀
From November 27th to 29th, the TeamUP consortium held its second plenary meeting and co-creation workshop at the École Nationale Supérieure de la Police (ENSP) in Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or, a suburb of Lyon. The event gathered representatives of all 23 consortium members to review the project’s progress.
The meeting commenced with a comprehensive project status update, including presentations on work packages focused on communication, technology evaluation, and the integration, testing, and field validation of the project’s tools. VANOS S.A. as technology provider, presented its technology aiming to enhance the decontamination response in CBRNE incidents.
On the second day, Fraunhofer facilitated the second Co-creation Workshop, during which partners presented 21 technologies integral to the TeamUP project. These technologies address the areas of (1) detection, identification, and monitoring, (2) search and rescue, (3) triage and decontamination, and (4) collaborative planning, response, and training. Discussions emphasized user requirements and performance criteria for each technology.
After a short workshop dedicated to innovation on the third and last day, the leaders of the work packages related to technical development detailed their respective tasks. Parallel sessions aiming to better coordinate end-user requirements and system architecture also took place in the end and clarified the next steps of the project going forward.
The plenary meeting concluded on a high note, with participants expressing gratitude to the host organization and reaffirming their commitment to advancing TeamUP with renewed energy.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our esteemed partners at École Nationale Supérieure de la Police for their exemplary hospitality!
Stay tuned for more updates on our journey ahead!
Ms. Iliana Vasilopoulou, R&D Dpt. Project Manager of VANOS S.A., presents the FDMD solution developed by VANOS in the TeamUP project.TeamUP consortium group photo during the 2nd Plenary Meeting and Co-Creation Workshop.First Responders presentation during the 2nd Plenary Meeting and Co-Creation Workshop of TeamUP project.Technology presentation by AIT Austrian Institute of Technology.École Nationale Supérieure de la Police premises in Lyon, France.
From October 1st to October 2nd, our company proudly hosted at our facilities a pilot, which was conducted for the creation of a dataset for “Pilot Use Case 4 (UC4) – Human-Robot Collaboration”, a key part of the “TALON” Project.
TALON Project’s Pilot Use Case 4 focuses on advancing Industry 5.0 (I5.0) by enhancing human-robot interaction and collaboration in real-world industrial settings.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH), M4D – Multimodal Data Fusion and Analytics Group, Information Technologies Institute (ITI), for their dedication and collaboration. Aligned with our commitment to innovation and research, VANOS S.A. supported by providing access to facilities, the data collection process for UC4, aimed at ultimately optimizing AI orchestration.
We look forward to building on our partnership and making advancements that will raise the standards for safety and efficiency in industrial operations.
We are thrilled to have hosted and actively participated in the final demonstration of the Horizon 2020 ISOLA project (GA: 883302, www.isola-project.eu), held at our premises from the 22nd to the 30th of April. The event was an opportunity to witness the integration of innovative technologies and solutions aimed at enhancing security onboard passenger ships, during their lifecycle voyages. These innovations support Ship Security Officers and Crew in performing their duties efficiently, particularly in augmenting the Ship Security Plan and other SOLAS provisions (ISPS Code). We extend our gratitude to all participants for their dedication during the ISOLA Project trials and eagerly anticipate future collaborations to advance maritime security and safety standards.
Flashback to an inspiring experience at Beyond Expo 2024, held in Thessaloniki, Greece, from April 25-27. VANOS R&D team had the opportunity to explore a diverse range of innovations, from drones and robotics to AI and telecoms. We interacted with cutting-edge technologies presented by leading organizations and SMEs in the tech industry. The expo provided a unique platform for discussing the future of technology, sustainable solutions and how these advancements are shaping our world.
During our time at Beyond Expo 2024, we witnessed firsthand the integration of technology into real-world applications. From AI-powered solutions driving business efficiency to autonomous drones redefining logistics, the event showcased the future of industries. Collaboration across various sectors highlighted how collective efforts can propel us toward a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. It was a thrilling reminder of how innovation is continuously pushing boundaries.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to explore and innovate alongside the brightest minds in technology. The future is full of exciting possibilities, and we’re just getting started!
We use cookies to optimize our website and our service. To read our Cookies Policy, click here
Functional
Always active
We use cookies to optimize our website and our service. To read our Cookies Policy, click here
Preferences
The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
Statistics
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
Marketing
The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
