The National Plan for Recovery and Sustainability included the public financial support project of 65.2 million euros “New Industrial Parks”, of the General Secretariat of Industry of the Ministry of Development and Investment.
The project concerns the development of new “digitally smart and green” industrial parks, the expansion and upgrading of existing ones, as well as the consolidation and organization of informal industrial gatherings, supporting the promotion of the Industry 4.0 transformation initiative in Greece.
As part of the project, the creation – upgrade – rehabilitation of about 9 industrial parks across the country is expected, with a total budget of 65.2 million euros. In addition, the corresponding approval of financial support of 35 million euros under the National Plan for Recovery and Sustainability “Greece 2.0”, for the development of the Technology Park “ThessINTEC” in the region of Thessaloniki, which is already a pole of investment and international cooperation .
Recognizing the importance of industrial development for the country, the project has been designated “Strategic Significance” and is implemented in collaboration with the Strategic Contracts Unit of the “Fund for the Development of Private Property” (HRDH).
The aim of the project “New Industrial Parks” is to create the appropriate infrastructure that will enhance the competitiveness of Greek industry, will support their green and digital transition, while, at the same time, will provide the necessary tools to address horizontal issues in the industry. At the same time, the planned strengthening and upgrading of the existing Industrial Parks provides the possibility of implementing projects, among others, energy efficiency, use of renewable energy sources and promotion of electric mobility.
The project will benefit the Greek economy and society as a whole, as it will contribute to the overall development of manufacturing and entrepreneurship, through the creation of a favorable business environment and the necessary infrastructure that will increase production, reduce costs and improve waste management as well as and transport and environmental management. At the same time, it is expected to attract investments and international collaborations, as well as the creation of new jobs throughout the region. For 2022, 11 million euros have already been credited to support existing parks, in order to implement energy efficiency projects.
The development and operation of Industrial Parks will be supported by a new legislative framework, which is currently being developed by the General Secretariat of Industry and will soon be put up for public consultation.
The project is implemented in the framework of the National Recovery and Sustainability Plan “Greece 2.0” with the funding of the European Union – NextGenerationEU.
Source: Capital
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