Financial Instrument 1999-2003
Riparian Forest of Nestos Delta (EUR 3,500,000)
The project aims to restore 280 hectares of natural vegetation and the habitats of native flora and fauna as well as to contribute towards enhancing the natural environment and restore publicly-owned natural areas for leisure and learning.
Poseidon II (EUR 9,823,590)
The project is an extension of the monitoring and forecasting system for sea conditions in the Eastern Mediterranean (Ionian Sea and Cretan strait), financed under the Financial Mechanism 1994-1998.
Management, restoration and upgrading of Amvrakikos wetlands (EUR 6,750,000)
The project aims to establish a holistic system for reporting on the ecological status of the Amvrakikos Gulf area, located on the north-western coast of Greece and one of the country's most important wetlands. Activities include assessing the environmental status, treating drainage water, enhancing water circulation and raising of public awareness on wetlands environmental status.
Ormylia - cancer research and study (EUR 4,540,898)
The project is located at the Holy Convent of Annunciation of Mother of God a dependency of the Monastery of Simonos Petras at Mount Athos in Greece. The object of this clinical R&D project is to validate the methods used in early, pre-symptomatic diagnosis in order to determine predisposition and treatment for breast, cervical and colon cancer.
Financial Mechanism 1994-1998
Attica Management Training Centre (EUR 1,020,000)
The project involved the construction of a training centre in the centre of Athens, adding three additional storeys to an already existing four-storey building. The project aimed to increase the capacity of training for the Greek industry, intended to produce positive effects on the country’s economic development.
Corfu Old Town Renovation (EUR 3,770,458)
The project involved renovation and development of technical infrastructure in the old town of Corfu, including restoration of water, sewerage, telecommunication and electricity transmission and street pavement infrastructure.
Environmental and Urban Renewal Kalamata (Cancelled / EUR 654,500)
The project concerned urban rehabilitation works, reorganisation of existing transport networks and construction of an ultra-light tram facility in the Municipality of Kalamata. The Greek authorities informed the FMO in June 2005 that they would not proceed with the project. Only parts of the planned works to the transport network were executed. Furthermore, the building of a light tram facility was removed from the initial project, due to technical as well as time constraints.
Fire Fighting Equipment (EUR 5,115,137)
The project formed part of a modernisation programme of the Greek National Fire Service. The project consisted of investment in heavy-duty fire-fighting trucks, amphibious off-road vehicles and spare parts for vehicles. EUR 1,014,863 remained unabsorbed due to the ‘double currency limit’ and the devaluation of the Greek currency.
Gazi Sewerage Crete (EUR 2,276,135)
The project covered investments in a primary sewer and its connection to the Heraclion sewage system. The project included construction of 14 km of collectors (8 km of sewage pipes and 6 km of pressurised pipes), with three pumping stations on line.
Geothermal Training (EUR 119,000)
The project supported the training of Greek geothermal specialists by the United Nations University in Iceland.
Ierissos Multipurpose Cultural Centre (EUR 1,038,116)
The project covered the construction of a multipurpose cultural facility in Ierissos (a small town in Halkidiki) intended to host exhibitions and presentations and provide information on Byzantine and modern art and music related to Ierissos and Mount Athos.
Iviron Monastery (EUR 3,684,000)
The project comprised the design and construction of a new three-storey building housing the Treasury, Library and Synodicon, and rehabilitation of the three-storey south-wing of Iera Moni Iviron at Mount Athos. A safety and alarm system was also installed to protect the treasures of the Monastery.
Macedonian Museum of Modern Art (EUR 2,332,936)
The project comprised an extension to the existing museum and a partial refurbishment of the existing building, including the installation of air-conditioning as well as fire and security systems. The museum was inaugurated on 7 September 2002.
Marine Monitoring Poseidon (EUR 11,273,076)
The project concerned a marine environmental monitoring and surveillance system for protection of Greek waters. The Poseidon installation brings together Greek universities’ hydrological expertise and Norwegian Seawatch hardware systems. The project's aim was to prevent marine pollution to the benefit of the environment, fisheries, aquaculture and tourism, and to contribute to securing sea traffic in areas of crucial importance to European maritime traffic. The project’s second phase is supported under the 1999- 2003 EEA Financial Instrument.
Meghistis Lavras Monastery Energy Project (EUR 2,496,325)
The project aimed to generate sufficient additional power to provide air-conditioning to the monastery for the preservation of its valuable library and treasure chambers. This phase also included measures to safeguard the monastery's facilities against theft and fire as well as maintenance works on existing building installations.
Mt. Athos Monasteries A - Aghiou Pavlou (EUR 1,024,409)
The project was designed to render dilapidated spaces habitable in order to accommodate visitors, monks and distinguished monastic delegations.
Mt. Athos Monasteries A - Ormylia Convent II (EUR 1,391,546)
The project was an extension of the Ormylia I project and concerned (i) new equipment for diagnostic research (ii) additional security and safety measures to protect icons and (iii) the setting up of a pilot training programme for transferring expertise.
Mt. Athos Monasteries A - Profitou Ilia (EUR 321,408)
The project comprised repair works to protect the library and making the monks' quarters habitable.
Mt. Athos Monasteries A – Xenophondos (EUR 1,292,857)
The project concerned restoration and improvement of the four-storey south-west wing, comprising the elder's floor, the library floor, two basements and the facade.
Mt. Athos Monasteries B - Aghiou Andrea (EUR 1,000,076)
The project works covered the first stage (phase A) of the overall project to restore and re-use the dilapidated north-west wing of the monastery.
Mt. Athos Monasteries B - Dochiariou Phase A (EUR 1,770,398)
The Dochiariou projects A and B consisted of works aimed at restoring for re-use the five-storey north-west wing. Phase A of the project remedied structural problems, such as demolishing and replacing structural timber, walls, floors and roofs. The project also included restoration of the kitchen bakery and storage areas to create more hygienic conditions for food preparation.
Mt. Athos Monasteries B – Pantokratoros (EUR 631,959)
The project concerned phase D of the restoration works to make the north-wing weather proof. The first three phases were financed by the Greek government.
Mt. Athos Monasteries B - Vatopediou (EUR 2,450,050)
The project comprised the conservation and restoration of six floors of the southern section of the east-wing, covering an area of approximately 150 mÇ at ground level and 450 mÇ on upper floors.
Greek Monasteries C - Dochiariou Phase B (EUR 1,,254.630)
The Dochiariou projects A and B consisted restoring the five-storey north-west wing. Phase B of the project concerned fitting out the following rooms for habitation: 23 monk cells, 17 visitor rooms, sanitary facilities and dormitories.
Greek Monasteries C - Osiou Grigoriou (EUR 812,624)
The project comprised the penultimate stage of a larger initiative to complete the new north-east wing at the monastery to form twelve new monk cells and visitors spaces, construct a new escape staircase and a sanitary block.
Greek Monasteries C - Simonos Petras III (EUR 2,125,454)
The project consisted of the following works: (i) adaptation and restoration of the eastern and south-west wings; (ii) stabilising the rock below the catholicon; (iii) construct an underground distribution system to six separate outbuildings for fire fighting, drinking, irrigation and rain water purposes.
Greek Monasteries C - Timiou Prodromou (Cancelled / EUR 36,396)
The project concerned rehabilitation, reconstruction, conservation and restoration works at the Timiou Prodromou Monastery. The project was cancelled in February 2004 as the final disbursement deadline had been exceeded by more than one year.
Ormylia Convent I (EUR 1,745,000)
The project comprised the design and construction of various works for the Diagnostic Centre and the installation of relevant equipment, and aimed at researching the techniques for preservation of religious icons for the benefit of future generations.
Piraeus Port (EUR 9,000,000)
The project provided equipment for the Ikonion II container terminal, and included the construction of a quay wall in concrete.
Santorini Waste Water Treatment Study (Cancelled / EUR 32,117)
The project comprised the preparation of a revised, low-cost investment proposal. The Financial Mechanism did not proceed to support the Santorini waste water treatment.
Simonos Petras Monastery I and II (EUR 2,040,200)
The revised project concerned restoration of four peripheral buildings and construction of a new one at the Monastery of Simonos.
Stavronikita Monastery (EUR 1,833,000)
The project comprised the design and construction of works for the stabilisation of the foundations of the Monastery of Stavronikita, which lies upon the top of cliff slopes in the Mt. Athos area.
Thalassocosmos Creta aquarium (EUR 5,620,000)
The project involved the construction and operation of a seawater aquarium for research, educational and tourism purposes close to Heraclion, Crete.
Thessaloniki Science Centre (EUR 13,572,409)
The project concerned the relocation and expansion of the existing Technology Museum of Thessaloniki into a new Technology Museum and Science Centre to combine educational and entertainment functions with the aim of expanding knowledge.
Tsivlos Hydroelectric Power Plant (EUR 1,071,000)
The project concerned the design, construction and commissioning, and commercial operations of Tsivlos Hydroelectric Power Plant on the River Krathis in Achaaiia Peloponesos.
Ano Liossia Regional Park Development (Cancelled / EUR 0)
The project was set to cover the design, construction and commissioning of infrastructure works, buildings, equipment and finishing works for the Regional Park development in the Municipality of Ano Liossia. The project was cancelled in February 2004 as the final disbursement deadline had been exceeded by more than one year.