Press Release
PPA S.A.: Supporting HELMEPA’s mission through the creation of the new “HELMEPA HOME” in Piraeus
08 June 2026. PPA S.A. announces with great satisfaction its cooperation with the Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association – HELMEPA, supporting the creation of the new “HELMEPA HOME” in Piraeus, a space dedicated to the sea, the marine environment, education, and the younger generation.
The agreement was signed by the CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Su Xudong, the Deputy CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Panagiotis Tsonis, the Chairperson of HELMEPA, Ms. Semiramis Paliou, and the Director General of HELMEPA, Ms. Olga Stavropoulou, marking a collaboration with meaningful social and environmental impact.
As part of this initiative, PPA S.A. is granting HELMEPA the use of premises at the Kastraki building in Drapetsona, making a meaningful contribution to the creation of a new, open home for the Association’s activities and programmes. The choice of Piraeus and the wider port zone carries strong symbolic value, connecting HELMEPA’s mission with the heart of Greek shipping and with a port that serves as a point of reference for the country.
The new “HELMEPA HOME” aspires to become a vibrant space for knowledge, environmental awareness, and participation. It will welcome students, young people, educators, seafarers, shipping professionals, and citizens, helping to deepen understanding of the value of the sea and the need to protect it.
For HELMEPA, this new home creates significant opportunities for the further development of its public-benefit work. It enables the Association to strengthen its educational programmes, broaden its engagement with the younger generation, and acquire a space worthy of its longstanding contribution to the protection of the marine environment.
The cooperation between PPA S.A. and HELMEPA is founded on shared values: respect for the sea, environmental responsibility, education, and service to society. Through this initiative, the two organisations join forces in support of a purpose with meaningful social and environmental impact.
The CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Su Xudong, stated:
“For PPA S.A., supporting HELMEPA’s work is an initiative of particular value. The sea lies at the core of our activity, but also of Piraeus’ identity. Through the creation of the new ‘HELMEPA HOME’, we are contributing to the establishment of a space that will promote knowledge, environmental awareness, and love for the sea, especially among younger generations. We are pleased to support an organisation with such an important and longstanding contribution.”
The Chairperson of HELMEPA, Ms. Semiramis Paliou, stated:
“We envisioned a space where people of all ages connect with the sea. A space that brings together our work, our people, and our history under one roof. A space for ocean literacy, for the protection of the sea, for our maritime heritage. Today, this becomes a reality. HELMEPA HOME belongs to every member, every volunteer, every seafarer who has stood by us. We are grateful to PPA S.A. for its trust and for the cooperation that has brought us to this milestone. Through its presence, the Port of Piraeus becomes part of a legacy for Greek society, for marine life, and for our blue planet.”
With the support of PPA S.A., the new “HELMEPA HOME” will further strengthen Piraeus’ connection with the sea, environmental education, and social contribution, highlighting the importance of cooperation for a more sustainable future.
Picture caption from left to right:
Director General of HELMEPA, Ms. Olga Stavropoulou
Chairperson of HELMEPA, Ms. Semiramis Paliou
CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Su Xudong
Deputy CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Panagiotis Tsonis
