See the progress of works across all construction sites of #ΤheEllinikon
Progress of works
Progress of works
A green civic hub
The foundation of the project's masterplan is an extensive public realm accessible to all. Through completion, the project is expected to contribute 2.5% to the country's GDP while providing over €14 billion in tax revenues to the state.
Infrastructure
The physical platform for The Ellinikon is designed to attract and sustain a diverse 21st-century economy. That means an infrastructure that’s both people-focused and future-proofed. Infrastructure will be robust, resilient and highly networked — with a low-impact and adaptable approach to existing city utility networks and a flexible, forward-looking approach to new innovations as they come available.
Sustainability & Biodiversity
The Ellinikon will be considered a model of integrated, sustainable living in the 21st Century. Biodiverse landscapes will enhance and regenerate the site's natural ecosystems and ensure its long-term health and vitality.
Innovation & Technology
The Ellinikon will be a state-of-the-art smart district that pioneers the future of home, work, and entertainment; utilizing technology to deliver sustainability and serve the people of tomorrow. The Ellinikon is designed and will be built around the understanding that open spaces contribute immensely to people's wellbeing and sense of civic belonging.
Symbolizing a new era for Greece. A global destination with local impact
Harnessing the value of heritage and location.
The Ellinikon masterplan is a world-class scheme that reflects and amplifies the character of the Athenian Riviera — the sea, the sun, the land and the natural flora of our home.
The Mediterranean landscape is a dominant feature — highlighted by The Ellinikon Park and The Ellinikon Riviera which extend into several communities, each one with its own distinct character and topography.
Throughout the site, existing buildings of historical and emotional significance will be maintained and enhanced, with a route connecting all major archaeological and other cultural sites.
Underlying all these elements will be the most progressive and sustainable infrastructure to make The Ellinikon a paradigm of integrated and sustainable living.
Building history
Delivering on our mandate.
1925
The area of Hellinikon hosts refugee camps.
1938
The Hellinikon Athens Airport opens with commencement of international and domestic flights. Aircraft hangars are built by the Hellenic Air Force.
1941
The Hellinikon airport is used as a German airbase during the Nazi invasion of Greece.
1945
The installation of the United States Air Force Base at the Hellinikon airport. Then known as the Hassani Airport.
1953
The site is renamed Athens International Airport.
1969
Opening of the International East Terminal, designed by Finnish architect Eero Saarienen.
1993
Closing down of the facilities of the United States Air Force Base.
1995
Athens International Airport undergoes a major expansion.
2001
LAMDA Development S.A., as a member of the Latsis Group, is listed on the Athens Exchange.
2001
Last flight from the Athens International Airport. All airport activities are transferred to the new airport facilities at Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens' Spata district.
2002
The Marina at Hellinikon begins development to host the Athens Olympic Sailing Centre.
2004
The Hellinikon site is redeveloped and hosts several sports activities for the 2004 Olympics.
2013
A redevelopment of the Hellinikon old Airport site is proposed by LAMDA Development S.A. to the Greek State.
2014
Lamda Development S.A. submits to the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund Société Anonyme (HRADF) financial offer for the acquisition of the 100% of the shares of Hellinikon S.A.
2014
Signing of contract between the Greek State and LAMDA Development S.A. for the acquisition of the shares of the Hellinikon S.A.
2016
Ratification and publication of the Hellinikon SPA by the Greek Parliament.
2018
Approval of integrated development plan via issuance of the Presidential Decree.
2019
Approval of the Urban plan studies via issuance of the Joint Ministerial decisions.
2020
Start of the precursory works on laying out the areas of the Hellinikon site.
2021
Transfer of Hellinikon S.A.’s shares to Lamda Development S.A. The development project is named The Ellinikon.