| |  | Α 45 years old New Year’s Cake
In February, our company had double the reason to celebrate! Firstly, we marked the 45th anniversary of OMONIA TRANS with a distinctive event, graced by the presence of our entire staff.
Fotini Giannopoulou, our founder and General Manager, delivered a brief yet poignant speech reflecting on our journey thus far and setting the tone for our upcoming 50th year, under the theme “Fit for 55”. Subsequently, the next generation of our company shared our recent triumphs and outlined our aspirations for the future.
Of course, no February would be complete without our traditional New Year’s Cake (vasilopita) ceremony! In honor of our anniversary, we gathered to cut the vasilopita together, fostering the familiar warmth, festivity, and camaraderie that define our company culture. Additionally, we recognized the outstanding contributions of our Employee of the Year.
Many happy returns! | | | | School aid for the Palamas Municipality
Recalling our days spent at desks, we fondly remember the study resources that served as invaluable tools in understanding lessons (and perhaps even passing classes). Today, OMONIA TRANS takes on a new role as a benefactor for the schools in the struggling region of the Palamas Karditsa Municipality, in Thessaly, Greece.
In a proactive move, our company reached out to the local schools to inquire about the needs of the children, and without delay, we responded. It is worth noting that the assistance extended to Palamas came from the entire OMONIA TRANS family—the management and employees alike.
So, what did we provide to Palamas? We supplied children with clothes and shoes, along with a versatile printer that doubles as a copier and fax machine, a desktop computer complete with a keyboard and mouse, and a 22-inch computer monitor. Our company promises that it will continue to support schools, not only in Palamas, but also in other areas, as by supporting schools, we support the future of our country. | | Drivers wanted...
Recent survey data unveils a concerning trend. As per the International Road Transport Union (IRU), over 3 million driver positions remain unfilled across 36 countries worldwide. Established 75 years ago in Geneva to facilitate trade and international road transport, the IRU paints a grim picture for the foreseeable future, projecting a worsening driver shortage over the next five years without intervention.
So, what actions can be taken? Governments could play a pivotal role by easing entry into the driving profession through subsidies to offset the steep costs of qualifications. Moreover, lowering the minimum driving age and implementing legal immigration policies for qualified drivers from countries with an excess of professional drivers could help bridge the gap.
While the solutions are neither straightforward nor simple, the backdrop of autonomous driving looms on the horizon. Already, programs like ATLAS-L4 and ANITA by Man Truck & Bus, focusing on autonomous driving, have earned coveted innovation awards. The advent of autonomous trucks operating under real-world conditions may not be as distant as it seems. | | | | | | |
