SPECIAL INTERVIEW
Mr. George Stassis: A Man with a Vision 1. Mr. Stassis, Greece’s Public Power Corporation (PPC) is a leading power generation and supply company, better known to everyone by the three Greek letters ΔΕΗ. It is a brand name that has entered every Greek household and for the last seven decades it has been associated with Greece’s energy development in virtually every sector. We would appreciate it if you could briefly shed some light on the organization’s long-standing journey and its setbacks which might have been a part of its present success.
2. In the light of the Covid-19 crisis and the unprecedented challenges we face as regards to economy, lifestyles, communication and the way we conduct business, I would appreciate it if you could share with us the PPC’s strategies for adapting to a new situation and measures. Also are there any stimulus packages that the corporation might have put in place in order to ease the difficulties faced by its clientele and those who are badly affected by the crisis?
PPC has a great history. It has been connected to the modernization of the greek energy sector and the exit of major regions of the country from isolation. PPC marked the Greek economic miracle. It has been there when our country took its place among the strong, advanced European countries. PPC is a corporation with a great past and a thrilling future. It is a guarantee of consistency but also a force of change. PPC recently started a new chapter in its long history. Leaving behind an era of stagnation to transform into a contemporary energy company with international standards. Our rebranding signals this change. This is the path we are going to follow: one aiming to benefit country, environment and consumer.
With respect to COVID, we took all necessary Health & Safety measures for our people and the society and at the same time we accelerated our remote work capabilities. On the customers front, we ensured safety within our shops both for employees and customers, we introduced digital and over-the-phone means for the customers to pay their bills but we also provided some economic relief to customers throughout this period. PPC realizes that customers are facing difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is implementing a new series of financial relief measures. Specifically, from 1/10/2020 to 31/12/2020, it is offering: • Free flat rate for all low voltage customers, households and professionals.
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