Twenty modern and fully equipped ambulances were donated to EKAB by the Union of Hellenic Shipowners (EEE) through the collective social contribution body of the shipping community “SYN-ENOSIS”.

The delivery of ambulances took place today in the presence of Minister of Health Thanos Plevris, Deputy Minister of Health Minas Gaga, Deputy Minister of Health Zois Raptis, President of EKAV Nikos Papaevstatiou and President of the Union of Greeks. Shipowners Melina Travlow.

The 20 ambulances are modern and fully equipped with the latest technology, as they have, among other things, an electric assisted stretcher and a power-driven patient transport seat.

Improved additions to these ambulances enhance the operational capabilities of paramedics, nurses and EMTs as they minimize their workload during their critical work of providing emergency pre-hospital care to critically ill patients.

Minister of Health Thanos Pleuris welcomed the donation, noting: “The proposal of the Hellenic Shipowners Union is very important for the strengthening of EKAV. We want to support the work of EKAV. This is the first contact with the patient and it is very important for the entire work of the national health system, and therefore the shipowners association has always been our assistant in supporting the NHS.”

Deputy Minister of Health Mina Gaga said: “Greek shipping carries the Greek flag to all corners of the world and is of course a source of life for thousands of Greek families and for the Greek economy.

The Greek Shipowners Union has a long tradition of providing shipping in our country. He supports Greek society practically and in many ways through actions, initiatives and support programs. We are very grateful to them.”

President of the Union of Hellenic Shipowners and SYN-UNION Melina Traulou said: “I would like to publicly thank, as a Greek citizen, the women and men who work at all levels of EKAB. “Thank you” from the bottom of my heart to all of you who are on the front line and are faced with human pain, with concern for our health, for our very life. You are the first point of contact in need of assistance… your directness and concern can make all the difference. You are fighting against time. Your daily life is a constant anti-crisis management of life itself. Your work touches all of us, in every corner of our country. For us, the Hellenic Navy, both collectively through SYN-ENOSIS and individually, the support of our national health system is eternal, necessary and consistent. This is our priority. We were, are and will be with you.”

Deputy Minister of Health Zoe Rapti stressed: “Greek shipping has left an indelible mark on all important periods in the life of our country. This important social work has focused on areas such as nutrition and health, on strengthening social welfare organizations and agencies, and on strengthening the maritime education sector so that our maritime family is present and united in the daily struggle of thousands of our fellow citizens for a decent life. “.

It is worth noting that, through the City Non-Profit Society for the Social Proposal of Greek Weapons “SIN-ENOSIS”, more than 55 hospitals and reference laboratories were reinforced with equipment of all kinds. Sanitary facilities in hospitals in Attica and Piraeus have been refurbished, and new linen has been purchased for 30,000 beds in 120 public hospitals across the country.

The Union of Greek Shipowners, through the body of the collective social contribution of the maritime community “SIN-ENOSIS”, donated E.K.A.B. 20 modern and fully equipped ambulances. pic.twitter.com/Q81ZSOKLBF

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EKAV President Nikos Papaevstatiou emphasized that “this donation decisively strengthens the day-to-day operational work of EKAV rescuers, nurses and doctors for the benefit of all citizens. We look forward to the continued assistance of the Hellenic Shipowners’ Union and assure you that we will continue our work as the Panhellenic Emergency Service.”