Summary of the IGCCO Delegation Visit to the Real Estate and Construction Expo
RMI Real Estate Expo North, November 10-11, 2023, Thessaloniki, Greece
On November 10-11, 2023, the 2nd Real Estate Expo North took place in Thessaloniki, Greece. A delegation from the Israel-Greece Chamber of Commerce attended the event, organized by RMI, which focused on real estate and construction opportunities. The delegation included prominent chamber members such as Asher Aharon, Dana Shavit, Meir Malal, Avi Tzabag, Ziv Philosof, architect Natali Royzin, and Ohad Shachar.
During the visit, the delegation participated in numerous B2B meetings with regional exhibitors from Thessaloniki and Northern Greece. These meetings aimed to explore potential business collaborations and investments in the real estate sector. Additional meetings with local entrepreneurs resulted in new partnership opportunities, including discussions about the upcoming real estate expo in Athens, scheduled for May 2024.
Kobi Bitton, the CEO of the Israel-Greece Chamber of Commerce, delivered a keynote speech at the expo, addressing the profile of the Israeli investor, with a particular focus on investment characteristics during both normal and crisis periods. The event also featured an open discussion involving exhibitors, visitors, and journalists, focusing on the current political situation, Israel-Greece relations, and combating disinformation related to regional conflicts.
The visit received extensive media coverage in local and regional outlets. The delegation also benefited from the support of the Jewish community in Thessaloniki and assistance from the Greece-Israel Chamber of Commerce. The organizers, RMI, provided full logistical support, including flights, hotel accommodations, organized transportation, and meeting facilities.
Key Highlights:
2-day visit (Friday and Saturday)
8 delegation members
Over 50 B2B meetings
One formal business meeting with RMI organizers
The delegation returned with a comprehensive understanding of the investment potential in Northern Greece and significant opportunities for future collaborations in real estate and construction.