Decoration of Ioannis Arvanitis by the Maritime Institutes of Portugal
With a focus on excellence, personal effort and social responsibility, a special awards ceremony was held in Piraeus, organized by Arvanitis Constructions and in collaboration with the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards. The event focused on two people with different professional backgrounds, united by their perseverance, creativity and contribution to society.
The event took place on Saturday, November 7, in Piraeus, at the La Luna event venue, with the presence of distinguished personalities from science, culture, entrepreneurship and journalism, as well as representatives of institutional bodies.
Petros Kousoulos: Honored for investigative journalism
The well-known journalist Petros Kousoulos, founder of VIP Media, was honored with a Diploma of Merit and a Medal of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards. The distinction concerns his contribution to investigative and revealing journalism, the persistent search for the truth and the highlighting of issues of major public interest. As noted, throughout his long career he has contributed to informing public opinion and investigating complex cases, bringing to the fore issues of justice, transparency and institutional accountability.
The honorary distinction was awarded by the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academician and Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
In her statement, the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, referred to the work of the honoree, recalling his contribution to changing the regulatory framework in the forensic sector. She emphasized that his actions express the values that the international institution serves.
Ioannis Arvanitis: From the age of 13 in the Shipbuilding and Repair Zone of Perama
A special moment of the evening was the honoring of 35-year-old entrepreneur Ioannis Arvanitis, founder of Arvanitis Constructions, with a Diploma of Merit and a medal. He is a self-made entrepreneur, who started working at the age of 13 in the Shipbuilding and Repair Zone of Perama. Armed with hard work, studies and technical knowledge, he built his own business in the shipbuilding and construction industry.
Today, he continues to invest in Greek know-how and in the creation of new professional prospects, while corporate social solidarity and charitable action are key pillars of his business philosophy.
The award ceremony was held by the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academic Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
The Secretary General of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, emphasized that at the age of just 35, Ioannis Arvanitis has made a remarkable career, without losing his human sensitivity and warmth. As she said, he is a successful businessman who has integrated solidarity and humanism into the core of his philosophy, something particularly important in today's era.
Official decoration of Ioannis Arvanitis
Ioannis Arvanitis was honored for his outstanding contribution to shipping, as well as for his valuable social and cultural contribution, with the award of the Grand Cross of Merit and Decorations of the Maritime Institutes of Portugal. The decorations were presented to him by His Excellency, Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, and the Prefect Professor Vasileios Gaitanis of the Order of Saint Theotonius of Portugal. The award took place in a formal atmosphere and highlighted the importance of international recognition of Greek entrepreneurship and social responsibility.
Honorary distinction also to the Deputy Governor of Piraeus, Stavros Voidonikolas
At the same ceremony, the Deputy Governor of Piraeus, Stavros Voidonikolas, was honored for his many years of contribution to Local Government and society. With significant experience in the Coast Guard and local government, he has contributed to social initiatives and the improvement of the daily lives of citizens. The honorary distinction was awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim and the District Governor Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
The institution and the Greek presence
The Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, with 25 years of international presence, highlight excellence, scientific progress, culture and humanitarian contribution, giving particular emphasis to young people and their contribution to shaping a better future.
Among the distinguished Greeks who have been honored are the leading music composer Mikis Theodorakis, the Academic and director Yannis Smaragdis, the MIT Professor Konstantinos Daskalakis, the Academic Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens Giorgos Chrousos, the internationally renowned Professor of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Afxentios Kalagos, the Professor of Medical Genetics Stylianos Antonarakis, the Om. Professor of NTUA Tonia Moropoulou, Professor of Psychiatry and Genetics and researcher at Boston and Harvard Universities Nikolaos Daskalakis, distinguished robotic surgeon Dinos Konstantinidis and the late Archbishop of Tirana, Durres and all Albania Anastasios. Special mention was made to Vicky Bafataki, who was honored in 2005 in the field of Cultural and Scientific Communication and subsequently assumed the position of Secretary General of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, contributing decisively to the international development and promotion of the institution.
The event was attended, among others, by His Eminence Father Germanos, representative of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, distinguished academics, representatives of the political and local government leadership, the Armed Forces and the Security Forces, as well as personalities from the business and shipping community. The evening was hosted by Rena Vengou, while the musical program was accompanied by the young singer Giorgos Karipides and the guitarist Babis Mercouris.
Sponsors and supporters honored
During the event, supporters and partners who have supported the work of the International Awards over time were also honored.
LABOCHEM, present since 1989 in the field of pharmaceutical raw materials, specialized equipment and technological solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, was honored for its long-term support to the institution. Special mention was made to the pharmacist, specializing in medicinal chemistry, and former MEP Manolis Angelakas, for his contribution to connecting scientific knowledge with public service. Professor Christos Giapitzakis and Professor Vasilios Gaitanis participated in the award ceremony.
FLEXCAR, a Greek flexible car rental company with international business development, was honored for its support of the institution. The distinction was received by Angeliki Tsakni, Marketing Coordinator, and Nicoleta Pata, Brand and Design Manager. The parchment was awarded by Christos Giapitzakis, Professor of Genetics at the Medical School of the University of Thessaly, and the medal by Georgia Kokkali, Associate Professor of Clinical Embryology at the Medical School of the University of Thessaly.
The distinguished Greek sculptor George Roussis (ARTYON) was honored for his long-standing artistic collaboration with the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, for which he created the award sculptures. The honorary distinction was presented by Professor of Theology Ioannis Ladas and Visiting Professor of the Athens University of Theology Stathis Avramidis.
Special mention was made to long-standing supporters of the jewelry house Poniros and VCM Productions, who had already been honored in Rome with medals and honorary parchments. A corresponding distinction was awarded to AEGEAN during the event in Piraeus, in recognition of its valuable and consistent support to the international institution.
The Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards continue to highlight personalities who prove that excellence and professional recognition acquire substantial value when linked to social contribution and responsibility towards fellow human beings.
PHOTO CAPTIONS
VSPIR 2: Journalist Petros Kousoulos is awarded by the General Secretary of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academic and Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, Giorgos Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
VSPIR 4: Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by the Secretary General of the Vexillum International Awards Giuseppe Sciacca, Vicky Bafataki, Academician and Professor of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
VSPIR001: Journalist Petros Kousoulos with the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki
VSPIR9: Journalist Efi Fragkaki, journalist Petros Kousoulos, businessman Ioannis Arvanitis and the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki.
VSPIR10: Entrepreneurs Ioannis Arvanitis and Emmanuel Aggelakas and former MEP, Professor of Genetics at the National University of Athens Christos Giapitzakis, the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou, Eleni Aggelakas and journalist Evi Fragaki.
VSPIR12 Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, representative of a Portuguese knightly order, and the distinguished Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
VSPIR14 Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, representative of a Portuguese knightly order, and the distinguished Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
With a focus on excellence, personal effort and social responsibility, a special awards ceremony was held in Piraeus, organized by Arvanitis Constructions and in collaboration with the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards. The event focused on two people with different professional backgrounds, united by their perseverance, creativity and contribution to society.
The event took place on Saturday, November 7, in Piraeus, at the La Luna event venue, with the presence of distinguished personalities from science, culture, entrepreneurship and journalism, as well as representatives of institutional bodies.
Petros Kousoulos: Honored for investigative journalism
The well-known journalist Petros Kousoulos, founder of VIP Media, was honored with a Diploma of Merit and a Medal of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards. The distinction concerns his contribution to investigative and revealing journalism, the persistent search for the truth and the highlighting of issues of major public interest. As noted, throughout his long career he has contributed to informing public opinion and investigating complex cases, bringing to the fore issues of justice, transparency and institutional accountability.
The honorary distinction was awarded by the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academician and Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
In her statement, the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, referred to the work of the honoree, recalling his contribution to changing the regulatory framework in the forensic sector. She emphasized that his actions express the values that the international institution serves.
Ioannis Arvanitis: From the age of 13 in the Shipbuilding and Repair Zone of Perama
A special moment of the evening was the honoring of 35-year-old entrepreneur Ioannis Arvanitis, founder of Arvanitis Constructions, with a Diploma of Merit and a medal. He is a self-made entrepreneur, who started working at the age of 13 in the Shipbuilding and Repair Zone of Perama. Armed with hard work, studies and technical knowledge, he built his own business in the shipbuilding and construction industry.
Today, he continues to invest in Greek know-how and in the creation of new professional prospects, while corporate social solidarity and charitable action are key pillars of his business philosophy.
The award ceremony was held by the Secretary General of the International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academic Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
The Secretary General of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, emphasized that at the age of just 35, Ioannis Arvanitis has made a remarkable career, without losing his human sensitivity and warmth. As she said, he is a successful businessman who has integrated solidarity and humanism into the core of his philosophy, something particularly important in today's era.
Official decoration of Ioannis Arvanitis
Ioannis Arvanitis was honored for his outstanding contribution to shipping, as well as for his valuable social and cultural contribution, with the award of the Grand Cross of Merit and Decorations of the Maritime Institutes of Portugal. The decorations were presented to him by His Excellency, Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, and the Prefect Professor Vasileios Gaitanis of the Order of Saint Theotonius of Portugal. The award took place in a formal atmosphere and highlighted the importance of international recognition of Greek entrepreneurship and social responsibility.
Honorary distinction also to the Deputy Governor of Piraeus, Stavros Voidonikolas
At the same ceremony, the Deputy Governor of Piraeus, Stavros Voidonikolas, was honored for his many years of contribution to Local Government and society. With significant experience in the Coast Guard and local government, he has contributed to social initiatives and the improvement of the daily lives of citizens. The honorary distinction was awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim and the District Governor Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
The institution and the Greek presence
The Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, with 25 years of international presence, highlight excellence, scientific progress, culture and humanitarian contribution, giving particular emphasis to young people and their contribution to shaping a better future.
Among the distinguished Greeks who have been honored are the leading music composer Mikis Theodorakis, the Academic and director Yannis Smaragdis, the MIT Professor Konstantinos Daskalakis, the Academic Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens Giorgos Chrousos, the internationally renowned Professor of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Afxentios Kalagos, the Professor of Medical Genetics Stylianos Antonarakis, the Om. Professor of NTUA Tonia Moropoulou, Professor of Psychiatry and Genetics and researcher at Boston and Harvard Universities Nikolaos Daskalakis, distinguished robotic surgeon Dinos Konstantinidis and the late Archbishop of Tirana, Durres and all Albania Anastasios. Special mention was made to Vicky Bafataki, who was honored in 2005 in the field of Cultural and Scientific Communication and subsequently assumed the position of Secretary General of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, contributing decisively to the international development and promotion of the institution.
The event was attended, among others, by His Eminence Father Germanos, representative of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, distinguished academics, representatives of the political and local government leadership, the Armed Forces and the Security Forces, as well as personalities from the business and shipping community. The evening was hosted by Rena Vengou, while the musical program was accompanied by the young singer Giorgos Karipides and the guitarist Babis Mercouris.
Sponsors and supporters honored
During the event, supporters and partners who have supported the work of the International Awards over time were also honored.
LABOCHEM, present since 1989 in the field of pharmaceutical raw materials, specialized equipment and technological solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, was honored for its long-term support to the institution. Special mention was made to the pharmacist, specializing in medicinal chemistry, and former MEP Manolis Angelakas, for his contribution to connecting scientific knowledge with public service. Professor Christos Giapitzakis and Professor Vasilios Gaitanis participated in the award ceremony.
FLEXCAR, a Greek flexible car rental company with international business development, was honored for its support of the institution. The distinction was received by Angeliki Tsakni, Marketing Coordinator, and Nicoleta Pata, Brand and Design Manager. The parchment was awarded by Christos Giapitzakis, Professor of Genetics at the Medical School of the University of Thessaly, and the medal by Georgia Kokkali, Associate Professor of Clinical Embryology at the Medical School of the University of Thessaly.
The distinguished Greek sculptor George Roussis (ARTYON) was honored for his long-standing artistic collaboration with the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, for which he created the award sculptures. The honorary distinction was presented by Professor of Theology Ioannis Ladas and Visiting Professor of the Athens University of Theology Stathis Avramidis.
Special mention was made to long-standing supporters of the jewelry house Poniros and VCM Productions, who had already been honored in Rome with medals and honorary parchments. A corresponding distinction was awarded to AEGEAN during the event in Piraeus, in recognition of its valuable and consistent support to the international institution.
The Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards continue to highlight personalities who prove that excellence and professional recognition acquire substantial value when linked to social contribution and responsibility towards fellow human beings.
PHOTO CAPTIONS
VSPIR 2: Journalist Petros Kousoulos is awarded by the General Secretary of the Vexillum Giuseppe Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Academic and Professor of Pediatrics and Endocrinology of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, Giorgos Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
VSPIR 4: Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by the Secretary General of the Vexillum International Awards Giuseppe Sciacca, Vicky Bafataki, Academician and Professor of the Medical School of the National University of Athens, George Chrousos, and the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou.
VSPIR001: Journalist Petros Kousoulos with the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki
VSPIR9: Journalist Efi Fragkaki, journalist Petros Kousoulos, businessman Ioannis Arvanitis and the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki.
VSPIR10: Entrepreneurs Ioannis Arvanitis and Emmanuel Aggelakas and former MEP, Professor of Genetics at the National University of Athens Christos Giapitzakis, the Secretary General of the Vexillum Sciacca International Awards, Vicky Bafataki, the Head of International Relations of the institution, Katerina Nikou, Eleni Aggelakas and journalist Evi Fragaki.
VSPIR12 Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, representative of a Portuguese knightly order, and the distinguished Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
VSPIR14 Businessman Ioannis Arvanitis is awarded by Count Ulysses Pauletta-Rolim, representative of a Portuguese knightly order, and the distinguished Professor Vasilios Gaitanis.
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