Thessaloniki Innovation & Technology Center will be a 4th generation Science and Technology Park, that will stimulate and host synergies amongst universities, R&D institutions, companies, the public sector, and local communities. Its main aim is to promote the culture of innovation and the competitiveness of its associated businesses and knowledge-based partners, resulting in cutting-edge products and services for the world markets.
The Park
at a glance
Thess INTEC is being developed on a superb waterfront location of a total area of 760,000 sqm and its architectural design enhances knowledge sharing throughout its campus environment. The Center’s state-of-the-art amenities include industrial laboratories, machinery, computing facilities, a large-scale incubator and accelerator, flexible office spaces, co-working and networking areas, a conference center, and several educational and recreation facilities.
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MP5 Building
Competence Center for business & logistics challenges
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MP4 Building
Clean energy innovative solutions
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Central Building
Thess INTEC SA Management, Incubator, Start-up Hub, Business Center, Coworking Spaces, Meeting Rooms, Restaurant, Nursery, Medical Center, Mini Market, ATMs
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MP3 Building
Artificial intelligence & simulation applications
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MP6 Building
Future mobility applications
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MP1 & MP2 Building
Advanced materials & manufacturing processes + Flexible organic nanotechnology application
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CERTH 2.0
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Leisure & Sports Center
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i-mile
Test Bed for Autonomous & Connected Vehicles
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Conference Center
The central auditorium has a seating capacity of 550 people and offers state-of-the-art audiovisual technology
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Phase B
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Phase C
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Phase D
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Residential Complex
Contemporary residences aiming to accommodate international researchers and visiting professors
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Laboratory for Aquatic Life
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4-star Hotel
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Green Spaces
340.000 sqm in total
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Green Spaces
340.000 sqm in total
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Green Spaces
340.000 sqm in total
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Lakeside Café and Bar
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Canalside Event & Meeting Space
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Beach Club & Watersports Center
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Kappa 2000 Sports Complex
Indoor Multisport Arena, Indoor Olympic-size swimming pool, athletes’ hostel
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Sailing dinghy Marina
The
Vision
Moving forward
Thess INTEC will be the leading actor in Thessaloniki’s transition to a major regional research and innovation hub, being at the same time the no1 choice of any multinational or Greek innovative company that wishes to locate its center of activities in the area of Southeast Europe.
Thess INTEC will have a significant contribution to Greece’s digital transformation and will help the country develop all necessary competencies needed in today’s knowledge economy.
The
Architecture
We enhance knowledge sharing throughout our facilities
The planning of Thess INTEC started back in 2017 and it is a continuous and ever evolving process. Improvements in transportation, shifts in tenant mix, technological changes in telecommunications, changes in the lifestyle of future employees, and other factors such as the climate change or the recent pandemic may modify the layout, the structures, and the optimum mix of uses, even in the final stages of our facilities’ design and construction. An ongoing planning process is important to ensure completion of a balanced and viable project which can be expected to have a long and productive life and serve its ultimate goal: To stimulate synergies between researchers and extrovert businesses, leading to innovative products and services!
As a knowledge driven organization, we know that innovation and new ideas arise where and when unexpected connections are being made. Our design team has therefore applied contemporary architecture practices to inspire innovation in literally every single corner of Thess INTEC, from small scale co-working environments up to the complete ecosystems within our campus.
What’s more is that all our buildings are nearly zero-energy buildings (NZEB), in other words they have very high energy performance. The low amount of energy that these buildings require will come mostly from renewable sources (PV panels).
The
Location
Living by the sea 365 days a year
Thess INTEC is located very close to Thessaloniki’s International Airport, in the suburb of Peraia. It sits on the southern coast of the Thermaic Gulf, some 15km of Thessaloniki’s city center. Peraia is a cozy seaside resort that is opened year-round. At the coastline you find taverns, enjoyable bars, and at the pier you can see the fishermen catching their fish. Peraia is a traditional Greek town and a perfect place for families and young people alike.
Everything you need right on your doorstep
- Accommodation for any budget, including hotels, Airbnbs and residential complexes
- Elementary and secondary schools
- Grocery stores and supermarkets
- Variety of restaurants, bars and tavernas
- 7.5 km long beach
- 2 sailing clubs
Top-notch facilities just around the corner
- Thessaloniki International Airport (direct flights to hundreds of destinations)
- Thessaloniki’s city center is just 15km away offering plenty of cultural, entertainment and shopping opportunities
- Top rated hospitals (Interbalkan Medical Center, Genesis Hospital)
- International Schools (Pinewood American International School, German School of Thessaloniki, American Farm School, Anatolia College)
- Shopping centers and cinema complexes
760.000 sqm
Total Area
340.000 sqm
Green & Blue Spaces
250.000 sqm
Research Facilities
Technology
Transfer Hub
Shortening the distance from lab to market
Innovation happens when different actors interact and exchange knowledge.
Co-location and geographical proximity of interconnected firms and related innovation organisations – such as research institutions, innovation facilitators and services providers – help spur innovation. Co-location of a variety of stakeholders in Thess INTEC campus will facilitate technology transfer and flow of knowledge. It will also provide jobs; help attract talent, investors, and innovative companies; and boost the impact and relevance of the local research institutions.
Why (re) locate
in Thess INTEC?
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High speed fiber delivering Gigabit connectivity to all multi-tenanted facilities and standalone research developments
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Direct access to top local and international talent (3 universities, 120.000 students).
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Funding opportunities for innovative products and services.
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Attractive quality of life combining the Mediterranean climate with an amazing and inimitable history and culture.
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Strategic location near developing economies inside and outside the EU.
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Access to fully equipped laboratories on a self-service and shared use basis.
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Be part of a 7000-strong community of professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs, all committed to the Sustainable Development Goals
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Access to the Park’s and its community’s networking, training, and leisure activities.
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Centralized management of all the general office and laboratory services.
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Ongoing infrastructure development and maintenance.
