LAMDA Hellix, a new subsidiary of LAMDA Development, launches its services
Monday, February 2, 2004
PRESS RELEASE
The new company invests in high technology infrastructure for the uninterrupted operations of mission critical IT and telecommunications systems
LAMDA Hellix, a new subsidiary of LAMDA Development, launches its services
Continuing its path in developing and shaping new markets, LAMDA Development announces the launch of services of LAMDA Hellix, a new subsidiary company in the Wired Real Estate sector. LAMDA Hellix is an innovative, multi-service outsourcing provider of specialized building infrastructure for the hosting and operation of mission critical IT and telecommunications systems of public organizations, large corporations and businesses active in the IT and telecommunications industries. The companys investment plans include activities in Greece as well as the broader Balkan area.
LAMDA Developments new subsidiary is providing outsourcing services such as Data Center, Disaster Recovery, Point of Presence, Switching Center amongst others via its brand new, private Mission Critical Facility that has developed and is operating. LAMDA Hellix enables organizations with mission critical applications, whether IT or Telecommunications, to increase the security and the availability of their systems, reduce all associated risks and operating costs while maintaining their autonomy and independence. LAMDA Hellixs infrastructure includes double transformer systems, double UPS, double generators; double water chillers and precision air-conditioning units, laser based very early fire detection systems (VESDA), 3 level fire suppression systems including Inergen gas and dry water systems, CCTV & Access Control systems, high grade anti-seismic construction, special grounding & lightning protection etc.
LAMDA Hellix targets a specialized building infrastructure outsourcing market in the Wired Real Estate industry, which constitutes one of the fastest growing technology markets with an expected global turnover of more than $18 billion by 2007. Proof of the above is the companys dynamic beginning with a wide range of customers, including large businesses stemming from the banking, financial, Internet and telecommunications industries. For the most effective and secure telecommunications coverage for its clients, LAMDA Hellixs Mission Critical Facility is served through double optical fibers and wireless technology offered by a significant number of telecommunications providers and carriers such as: Hellenic Telecommunications Organization (ΟΤΕ), Attica Telecommunications, Vodafone, Telecom Italia, Hellas On Line, amongst others.
Mr. Αpostolos Kakkos, CEO of LAMDA Hellix stated: We create and operate world-class Mission Critical Facilities. In doing so, we upgrade the operational and security levels of all mission critical IT and telecommunications systems for all businesses and organizations in time for the Olympic Games and thus enabling these enterprises to further extend their competitiveness.
Commenting on the launch of services of LAMDA Hellix, Mr. Lambros Anagnostopoulos, CEO of LAMDA Development said: LAMDA Development, adhering strongly to its business plan which calls for high-specification infrastructure investments as well as the creation of new markets, is entering through LAMDA Hellix the Wired Real Estate sector, one of the fastest growing markets worldwide. We are certain of the companys success both in Greece as well as the broader area of the Balkans and are committed to supporting it systematically in every business step.
Note: LAMDA Hellixs first Mission Critical Facility is strategically located in Mesogeia, very close to the new Athens International Airport (AIA), far away from the epicentre of the last earthquakes near Parnitha mountain (30kms) and very easily accessible from all the main commercial and business centres of Athens via the new highways and orbital freeway networks.
LAMDA Development
LAMDA Development S.A., listed on the main market of the Athens Stock Exchange, is a holding company investing in the development of land, sea and air infrastructure. Combining a strong entrepreneurial drive, specialist international expertise, expert management, powerful strategic allies (Deutsche Bank, EFG Bank Group, Hochtief, Bilfinger Berger, Strabag, Swissport International, Sonae Imobiliaria) and with the business credibility and financial strength of the Latsis Group, LAMDA Development shapes and connects the business areas it is active in, creating growth, reaping synergies and providing value to both its clients and shareholders.
The LAMDA Development group of companies offers its clients integrated business solutions and high quality services and products at competitive prices. Its focus on complementary infrastructure sectors extends to real estate, marinas and yacht maintenance and refurbishment as well as airport services. At the forefront of exploiting numerous opportunities arising from regional developments, such as industry deregulation, Greeces entry into the Euro Zone with the adoption of the Euro, and the preparation for the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, the LAMDA Development group of companies is leveraging its presence in Greece and neighbouring countries to play a leading role in the modernization and development of Southeast Europe.
For more information, please contact CIVITAS:
Pandora Lycouri: 210 6835 403; [email protected]
Nectaria Metrakou: 210 6835404; [email protected]