The contract was signed to restore the static adequacy of the central stadium and bike path of the Athens Olympic Sports Center (OAKA) of € 61.35 million.
The contract was signed by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Athens Olympic Athletic Center (OAKA), Ioanna Batsou, and the Vice President and CEO of METKA ATE, Dinos Benroubis.
The purpose of the project is to prepare studies and to perform work for a) the restoration of the required level of static adequacy of metal structures in the two roofs of the OAKA and (b) the maintenance/repair/replacement of elements of metal structures and polycarbonate sheets of the roofs.
The project is expected to be completed within 14 months of the date of signing the contract with the contractor, while the resources for its implementation come from the National Plan for Recovery and Rules “Greece 2.0” with the funding of the European Union – NextGenerationeu.
The PPF has undertaken on behalf of the OAKA to mature and auction the project as part of its joint action with the TEE and the Ministry of Education, Religions and Sports to radically renovate the most important Olympic infrastructure. The overall budget of interventions for modernization and upgrading of the OAKA amounts to EUR 111 million (now VAT).
The Deputy Minister of Sports, Yiannis Broutsis, said: “It is a historic day for Greek sport. After 21 years, the OAKA is born! With the signing of the contract for the restoration of the static adequacy of the Central Stadium and the bike path, a technically demanding project of high quality, with complete commitment to quality and transparency begins. The safety of sports facilities has been a non -negotiable priority for the government and for me, from the first moment I took over the portfolio of sports and this great project is part of the broader OAKA upgrade plan, with the aim of making them fully renewed and renewed. I would like to thank the Technical Chamber of Greece, the Unit of Strategic Contracts of the Treasury, as well as the administration, management and employees of the OAKA for their decisive contribution. With plan, consistency and dedication, we continue to reform the iconic OAKA and the country’s national sports infrastructure. ”
The chairman of the Board of Directors of the OAKA, Ioanna Batsou, said: “The signing of today’s contract is a key station for the restoration and modernization of the OAKA Olympic facilities. The roofs of the central stadium and the bike path, emblematic works of modern Greek sport, will gain the static security and aesthetics they deserve. The effort for a modern, safe and functional OAKA continues consistently and vision. ”
The Coordinator of the OAKA, Konstantinos Chalioris, said: “The importance of the project for the OAKA is enormous, as it concerns the core of the Olympic Group and the security of thousands of athletes, athletes and spectators. Of particular value is the innovative repair methodology that will be applied for the first time to such a scale metal constructions, without interruption of the installations. The know -how developed in this project creates a model for other infrastructure in the country. We work with a plan and consistency for a sustainable and durable OAKA, worthy of the history and the future of Greek sport. ”
Panagiotis Stamboulides, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, stressed the importance of the project: “We are very pleased that a demanding competition for a complex project is successfully completed. I would like to warmly thank the executives of the strategic unit.
Contracts (PPF) of the Hypothesis for the proper preparation and conduct of the competition for this flagship project, the Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE) for its valuable contribution, as well as the Ministry of Education, Religions and Sports for its continued support. The contractor, METKA, has significant experience in the implementation of technical projects, and its participation ensures the smooth development of this ambitious venture. Combined with other interventions already underway or have been launched to upgrade the OAKA, the country’s most important Olympic infrastructure will soon be a reference point for sports and culture. ”
METKA ATE Vice President and CEO, Dinos Benroubis, added: “METKA has a high technical competence and years of know -how in the execution of complex and demanding projects, which guarantees the perfect completion of this important venture. We are committed to fully following the strict specifications and scheduled timetables, with respect to all stakeholders and the requirements of the project. Our goal is to make a decisive contribution to the upgrading of an iconic sports infrastructure in the country, which has a special place in the memory and heart of all Greeks. ”
Source: skai.gr
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