George Fardis, Commercial Director of SARMED, participated in the Logi.C Food Edition conference of OMind Creatives in co-organization with Optilog Advisory Services on November 11th.

The conclusions of the new research on supply chain management by small and medium-sized food production enterprises were presented and discussed.

Vasiliki Zoulomitaki, HR Director of SARMED, participated in the 4th panel of the 25th Panhellenic Logistics Conference. Among other things, the challenges and opportunities related to the training and development of human resources in the logistics industry were discussed.

We are proud to share the publication of SARMED’s first Sustainability Report. Sustainability is a cornerstone of our business strategy aligning with the company’s vision, mission and values. Additionally, we have integrated ESG principles into our core operations.

SARMED is committed to support sustainability throughout its entire value chain and proves this by implementing new investments, intensifying its efforts to achieve a carbon neutral footprint, measuring key indicators for occupational health and safety, and continuing to actively take care of employees, partners, the environment and local communities.

The Sustainability Report is aligned with the GRI standard, highlights all aspects of SARMED’s business in 2023 and showcases the company’s progress and main achievements. The GRI principles are applied in defining the content, relating to the completeness of the data, the materiality assessment, the response to the needs of stakeholders and the overall framework of SARMED’s approach to sustainable development. Additionally, the Report considers the guidelines of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

SARMED is a pioneer in the 3PL industry in sustainability as well leading the way for the provision of high-quality logistics services in a responsible manner.

Mr. Dimitris Theodorou, Quality & Sustainability Director of SARMED, participated in the Advanced Telecoms & IoT Summit 2024 held at Zappeio Megaron on Tuesday, October 8^th. The results of the use of the IoT system for monitoring the environmental conditions of SARMED’s storage facilities were presented, in collaboration with VODAFONE.

SARMED’s new era!

Following the evolution of the company at all levels, we are proud to announce the update of our corporate website’s structure, content and look & feel.

Visit our new website and learn more about our activities, services, facilities, human resources, but also about a great deal of commercial news, as well as social actions that reflect the culture and renewed identity of SARMED.

Mr. Yiannis Sarantitis, Chairman & CEO of SARMED participated as a speaker in a panel at the 7th Infrastructure and Transport Conference held on 16th – 18th September, on the topic of Supply Chain and Logistics.
Among other things, Mr. Sarantitis referred to the position of Greece in freight transport & logistics, the advantages and disadvantages, as well as the evolution and investment plans of SARMED.

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SARMED participates in the new sectoral program Business Banking Pharmacy of Eurobank, of an integrated set of banking and other products & services, which provides growth prospects and solutions for the competitive Pharmacy sector.

In collaboration with the Panhellenic Pharmaceutical Association, the Business Banking Pharmacy Program offers privileges and discounts on Eurobank products and services, as well as a range of benefits to selected partners in order to help them grow their businesses in e-Commerce.

Program Link: https://www.eurobank.gr/el/business/anagkes/business-banking-farmakeia

SARMED wishes Happy Summer Holidays!

Our company will be open and at our clients’ service as always.

For SARMED, supporting the local community is a main concern. Our company operates and acts as an integral part of its social environment. Thus, SARMED proceeded with the donation of two pallets of water bottles to the Elefsina Fire Service, aiming to support the difficult job of the Firefighters’ team at the most demanding time of the year.

Read an in-depth interview of the Chairman & CEO of SARMED, Mr. Yannis Sarantitis, in the latest newsletter of p-NET.

An interview with Yiannis Sarantitis – p-NΕΤ (p-net.gr)

At SARMED, we foster a culture of continuous learning and a corporate environment that supports personal and professional development. In this learning and development journey that has been designed exclusively for our people, we give them the opportunity to combine the power of knowledge and experience with continuous development and improvement, elements that are vital for SARMED.

We grow together with our people! We develop our team!

Guiding our successful team into the future, we combine the enhancement of technical knowledge with people skills development. The integrated program starts with thorough training of our entire operations team on our IT systems, aiming at effective services provision and customer delight. Skills development of our people at all levels follows through three (3) different skills development programs, coaching & mentoring for different groups and hierarchical levels. The program is complemented by initiatives that focus on the daily proper application of Health & Safety regulations, as well as updates and training on all company policies and procedures.

The active participation of our people in this integrated development program contributes to our journey to excellence. Their interest and commitment are the key elements that make SARMED unique!

SARMED Logistics made perfect by perfect people!

Our people were there once again and offered 31 units of blood at the 1st Voluntary Blood Donation for 2024.
The voluntary action is the 24th in a row since the establishment of the SARMED Blood Donation Association!

On Wednesday, 19^th June, 2024, the Annual General Meeting and the Elections for the appointment of the Board of Directors, the Advisory Committee and the Audit Committee of the Greek eCommerce Association – GR.EC.A. took place.

SARMED proudly announces the election of Fotini Skapinaki, Head of eCommerce Logistics, as an associate member of the Board of Directors.

We are particularly pleased to be part of GR.EC.A and actively participate in decision-making aimed at promoting best practices and enhancing consumer trust in eCommerce.

Dr. Dimitris Theodorou, Quality & Sustainability Director of SARMED participated in the webinar entitled “Green logistics: Unlocking the prospects for sustainable operation and corporate development”, powered by OPTILOG Advisory Services, on Tuesday 18/06/2024.
Mr. Theodorou referred, among other things, to the way in which SARMED has integrated sustainability into its daily operations, with reference to the environmental and energy programs implemented, as well as to the benefits that SARMED has obtained from its relevant certifications.

SARMED is thrilled to announce the completion of its high-tech gangway structure, established in its state-of-the-art warehouses in Aspropyrgos Attica for the provision of e-commerce logistics services.

Optimization requires intelligent solutions. Our new gangway system enables maximum space utilization of the 9,000m² warehouse dedicated to the provision of eCommerce logistics services, as well as increased picking efficiency and capacity optimization. Companies from various industries, such as Fashion, e-Pharmacies, Cosmetics, Technology and Retail benefit from micro-picking precision. The picking process offers improved productivity by 25%, and fourfold increased capacity.

The project was designed and developed by STAMH Group, an international company, providing warehouse automation and storage technologies in more than 22 countries around the globe. Today, STAMH is the automation leader in Southeast and Central Europe.

SARMED keeps proving its superiority in the 3PL market by continuously investing in cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions making logistics perfect.

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WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5th, serves as a global platform to raise awareness and take action on pressing environmental issues. As we face unprecedented environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, and habitat destruction, World Environment Day calls for collective efforts to build a more sustainable and resilient future.

At SARMED we believe that caring for our planet and striving for a more sustainable future should be top priorities and we are committed to providing environmentally friendly services while continuously reducing our ecological footprint. As part of the implementation of a sustainable business model,  successful audits were performed by the accredited certification body TUV AUSTRIA, for the verification of greenhouse gas emissions (carbon footprint) according to the international standard ISO 14064-1, as well as for the renewal for an additional three years of the Environmental Management and Energy Management Systems certifications according to the international standards ISO 14001 and ISO 50001, respectively.

NEW COLLABORATION

SARMED proudly announces its new collaboration with Hawkers for the provision of e-Commerce logistics services.

Founded online in 2013, Hawkers is a Spanish company that has pioneered a paradigm shift in the sector ever since its launch, thanks to a ground-breaking online marketing model and a complete value proposition for its consumers. The company currently operates in more than 80 countries via its website, has over 70 shops across Spain, Italy and Portugal, and has added the Hawkers Eyewear optical division, an initiative that is growing rapidly. In 2021, it opened its own production factory in Elche – the first and only one in Spain – and proudly collaborates with international celebrities. Hawkers has become one of the top 10 most recognized internationally Spanish fashion brands. Just three years after its launch, the company is ranked among the top 3 sunglasses brands in the world in terms of units sold and is a global success story for Facebook, Twitter and Shopify.

We are very happy to be part of the journey to expand their services in the Greek market.

Our participation in the charity race “No Finish Line” for the purposes of the association “TOGETHER for Children” has become a tradition!
SARMED had a strong presence of 43 participants, covering 480km and placed 45th out of 112 teams!

Energy Saving – Carbon footprint reduction

SARMED continues to upgrade its facilities according to specifications that are aligned with modern energy saving practices and carbon footprint reduction and is pleased to announce the completion of a photovoltaic power station at its warehouse complex in Sindos, Thessaloniki.

The photovoltaic power station, with annual production of approximately 0,9 MWh and total system capacity of 600 kW, will operate as an independent electricity generation unit and will feed the generated energy into the internal electrical installation, thereby reducing the demand from the Public Electricity Distribution Network.

We warmly thank CONSAR, owner of the warehouse complex, for its financial contribution to the implementation of the investment.

NEW COLLABORATION

SARMED is pleased to announce its new collaboration with Evoiki Zimi for the transportation and nationwide distribution of its frozen products under cold, freezing and dry storage conditions.

The company Evoiki Zimi SA was founded in 1984 in Psachna Evia as “Zimarika Psahnon”. The company constantly invests in modern technical equipment and fleet of trucks, in the proper training of human resources and in maintaining high quality and unique homemade taste of its products. Evoiki Zimi is steadily growing, focusing on quality, tradition and innovation. Its aim is to create value for the society, for the economy, for employees and for the company.

Another addition to SARMED’s clientele.

Watch Mr. Markos Sigalas, Supply Chain Director of Gregorys, testimonial on his longlasting collaboration with our company, concerning the storage & distribution of the company’s products in all temperature conditions, a very complicated project undertaken by SARMED.

Successful Audit of SARMED Integrated Management System

SARMED Integrated Management System was successfully audited by TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas and DQS against certain standards. More specifically, the certifications audited concerned the following standards / specifications:

• ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management
• ISO 22000:2018 for Food Safety
• ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety
• Ministerial Decision 1348/04 for Good Storage and Distribution Practices for Medical Devices
• Regulation (ΕU) 2018/848 for management of organic products

The confirmation of the effective implementation and the continuous extension of the Integrated Management System is proof of our commitment to operate by providing high quality services that meet our partners’ needs and expectations.

Congratulations to all the members of our team for their continuous effort and contribution in the provision of top-quality added value services.

Mrs. Fotini Skapinaki, Head of e-Commerce Logistics of SARMED attended another Women in Logistics Hub Event.
The discussion, which took place at the premises of Jungheiringh Hellas, focused on the topic of personal branding and the creation of new opportunities through it.

Wonderful, charismatic, efficient, with goals and vision!
The women of SARMED!
Happy Women’s day to the women of our dynamic team, Happy Women’s day to all women!

SARMED family gathered at a very special corporate event to cut the traditional New Year cake – vasilopita – and to exchange warm wishes for the New Year. Our HR Team won the lucky coin! It was a memorable evening with food & drinks, warm smiles, happy moments, fun and dancing!
May we all be healthy and have many enjoyable moments both in our professional and personal lives! ❤️

On Monday, February 26^th, 2024, Mr. Dimitris Karagiannis, Chief Commercial & Operating Officer of SARMED, participated in a conference organized by SEV, supported by the Regional Industrial Associations SVAP, SBTSE, SVETH SEVPDE and SVSE, concerning the Red Sea Crisis and its impact both on the global supply chain and the international trade.

Mr. Karagiannis discussed the impacts of the Red Sea crisis and underlined the expected mass arrival of containers which will further complicate the provision of services and lead to the increase of required capacity and resources and therefore to higher costs. He also mentioned the fluctuations in the inventory levels and how they affect 3PL companies’ operation.

Finally, Mr. Karagiannis mentioned the importance for 3PL companies to apply a new adaptive, flexible and resilient operating model to tackle the continuous challenges and emerging crises affecting the supply chain and presented the approach for its development.

SARMED focused on its sustainable development, designs, develops and upgrades its facilities according to specifications that are aligned with modern energy saving practices and carbon footprint reduction. In this context, SARMED has completed the construction, installation and connection of a photovoltaic power station at the “Trypio Lithari” warehouse complex in Mandra, Attica.

The photovoltaic power station, with annual production of approximately 1.4 MWh and total system capacity of 900 kWp, will operate as an independent electricity generation unit and will feed the generated energy into the internal electrical installation, thereby reducing the demand from the Public Electricity Distribution Network.

We warmly thank BriQ Properties REIC, owner of the warehouse complex, that always operates with an awareness of its environmental responsibility, for its financial contribution to the implementation of the investment.

Fotini Skapinaki, Head of e-Commerce logistics and Antonis Danopoulos, IT Director of SARMED, participated in the 13th thematic workshop “Logistics and transport for safer and more efficient supply chain management”, within the framework of the “Innovation Ready” initiative of SEV.
Among other things, Mrs. Skapinaki stated: “Advanced technological solutions in the field of logistics are an essential pillar for the development of entrepreneurship. As a 3PL company, we support initiatives that contribute to the reorganization of the supply chain and express our commitment to continuously support the adoption of innovative solutions in the industry.”

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Having recently attracted 7.000 followers, we feel the need to address a huge and grateful “thank you” to everyone who follows our page.
Our LinkedIn page is an important and valuable tool which enables us to actively communicate and interact with our clients, collaborators, stakeholders and followers in general.

We really appreciate your support and enjoy engaging with you!

SARMED undertakes the distribution of goods all over Greece and abroad through its network of selected associates.
Watch Mr. Dimitris Bosnidis, Logistics Manager of Coca Cola 3E, testimonial on his longlasting collaboration with SARMED, especially concerning the distribution of the company’s products in Attica.

SARMED applies modern technological solutions and employs well-trained personnel providing a full range of integrated 3PL services.
Watch our video and find out about our cold cargo storage & transportation services for all temperature categories.

Join us at the Career Days of DYPA on Friday 26/01 & Saturday 27/01 @ the Expo Center Peristeri, meet SARMED’s HR team and find out about all SARMED’s job openings.

NEW COOPERATION

SARMED is pleased to announce its new collaboration with ALFA FRIGOR Ltd for the storage of its frozen products in SARMED’s state of the art facilities in Mandra, Attica.

Since its establishment in 1997, ALFA FRIGOR has been active in the wholesale trade of frozen food, focusing on imports from top international producers, storage and distribution of frozen meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables. The company is known for ensuring that its imported products meet the strictest production quality standards and that it maintains continuous stock availability for the prompt satisfaction of customer demands. ALFA FRIGOR is one of the key suppliers in the food industry.

Another addition to SARMED’s client portfolio.