This distinction confirms ORTEM’s dynamism in designing and implementing social robotics solutions that are applied in practice and produce measurable results in schools, municipalities, and local communities.

Through the use of humanoid social robots and structured educational scenarios, ORTEM offers comprehensive solutions that enhance students’ digital skills, upgrade the learning experience, and contribute to the creation of modern, innovative educational structures.

At the same time, the company develops and implements social robotics applications to serve citizens, support cultural and tourist sites, and improve the functioning of public organizations, enhancing their image as technologically mature and modern organizations.

This distinction is a springboard for the further development of strategic partnerships with municipalities, educational organizations, and public bodies, with the aim of creating customized social and educational robotics programs according to the needs of each region.

ORTEM HELLAS S.A. invites interested parties to consider the possibility of implementing pilot or integrated actions, utilizing its modern social robotics solutions.

For more information and cooperation proposals, interested parties can contact the relevant department directly.

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The company was represented by Konstantinos Kanios, Research & Development Engineer at ORTEM HELLAS, who presented the initiative, how it was implemented, and the goal of the action.

Creating a joyful, festive experience for young and old alike through the use of robotics is part of the company’s philosophy:

technology brings people closer together.

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A group of robots in Thessaloniki is taking on a Christmas role and has already begun rehearsals. Nova, Mini, Pepper, Nao, Billy Billy, and the other small and large robots do not need triangles or other musical instruments to sing “Good evening, lords” and “New year, new life.”

When the day of caroling arrives, they will ask the familiar question, “Shall we sing?” and make their debut without even expecting money or sweets. These special carolers are the result of a robotics team that had the idea, as its members say, to enhance the magic of Christmas rather than replace it.

“The goal is only to bring joy and spread the magic of the holidays. They will not take the place of children, who wait every year for carols to fill their piggy banks and more. Through the voices of the robots, we want to enhance the magic of Christmas, not replace it,” notes Asterios Ikas, president of ORTEM HELLAS.

The managers of this robotics company from Thessaloniki are collaborating with municipalities, schools, and businesses. The members of the festive robotics group that have been programmed to sing carols have taken on different roles.

“I’m Pepper, Santa’s official assistant.”

“I’m Pepper, Santa’s official robotic assistant for the holiday season! Don’t worry, the real Santa is in his place, making all the preparations and loading the sleigh. I’m just helping him with the technology.” This is what one of the little robots says, wearing his Santa hat.

“First, we transformed the well-known and beloved Pepper into… another Santa Claus. Or rather, so as not to confuse the real one, let’s say he has assistant duties. He helps the beloved Saint not to get lost, as he has an extremely up-to-date, state-of-the-art GPS so that he can reach all the children and all locations,” notes Mr. Ikas.

He adds: “He explains—even though he doesn’t eat melomakarona—everything about their secrets, while urging Santa not to eat any more kourabiedes! It has been designed in such a way that in the future it will be able to talk about Christmas traditions, customs from each region, and festive destinations throughout the country.”

The goal, as its creators point out, remains the same: to make everyone smile, wherever they are, just like Santa Claus does. The robots will be ready for New Year’s Day, as they are already being tested. When children see them, they hug them with love and lots of smiles.

What they said about us:

• “Shall we talk?” – Robots in Christmas spirit rehearse carols – in.gr
  
• A group of robots from Thessaloniki rehearses to sing Christmas carols. – parallaximag.gr
  
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• Robots from Thessaloniki sing Christmas carols to us – dedomeno.gr
  
• Robots “rehearse” Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – A technological initiative that is changing the festive landscape (PHOTO) – grtimes.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – 24sports.com
  
• A group of robots from Thessaloniki rehearses to sing Christmas carols. – news4mee.com
  
• Robots sing Christmas carols and Pepper takes on the role of Santa’s helper- amna.gr
  
• Robots prepare to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – See pictures – newsbomb.gr
  
• Robots wearing Santa hats… learn to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki [pictures] – iefimerida.gr
  
• Thessaloniki: Robots sing Christmas carols and Pepper takes on the role of Santa’s helper (Pictures) – debater.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – See photos – protothema.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – cretapost.gr
  
• “Shall we talk?” Robots prepare for Christmas carols (PHOTO) – ant1live.com
  
• Robots prepare to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – gargalianoionline.gr
  
• Robots “sing Christmas carols”: Thessaloniki experiences the most high-tech Christmas ever – inews.gr
  
• Robots “sing Christmas carols”: Thessaloniki experiences the most high-tech Christmas ever – fortunegreece.com
  
• Robots sing Christmas carols and Pepper takes on the role of Santa’s helper – palo.gr
  
• Thessaloniki: Robots will sing Christmas carols – ontime24.gr
  
• Robots sing Christmas carols and Pepper takes on the role of Santa’s helper – skai.gr
  
• This year we will hear it from robots too – A “new” group sings Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – flash.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols – patrasevents.gr
  
• Robots preparing to sing Christmas carols to the citizens of Thessaloniki – rthess.gr
  
• Thessaloniki: Robots will sing Christmas carols and help Santa Claus – emakedonia.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – 24sports.com.cy
  
• Carols sung by robots this year in Thessaloniki – allaboutaris.gr
  
• Robots in Thessaloniki prepare for Christmas carols – ereportaz.gr
  
• Christmas robots in Thessaloniki prepare to sing carols – politic.gr
  
• Robots prepare to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – See pictures – newsbomb.gr
  
• Robots sing Christmas carols and Pepper takes on the role of Santa’s helper- larisanet.gr
  
• Robots that sing Christmas carols are coming to Thessaloniki – See pictures- typosthes.gr
  
• Robots rehearse to sing Christmas carols in Thessaloniki – See photos – zinapost.gr
  
  

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During the event, KEPKA executives informed the public about the free counseling services they provide to households for the prevention and management of debt and over-indebtedness. Pepper was there alongside them, communicating with citizens, answering questions, and participating in interactive quizzes, making the information more accessible and interesting.

The initiative is part of the European program “DashBoard” (Debt Advice Services Heading the Breaking of a Debt Loop), which is implemented by KEPKA with the aim of informing, guiding, and supporting over-indebted households.

The presence of the Pepper robot at the event demonstrated how modern technology can be used to have a meaningful social impact, bringing robotics closer to citizens and strengthening information and awareness-raising activities.

ORTEM HELLAS continues to support initiatives that combine innovation with social contribution, promoting the use of robots in information, education, and citizen service activities.

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ORTEM HELLAS had the pleasure of participating, in collaboration with INTEGRIS PHARMA, in the 8th Panhellenic Congress of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, held at the Makedonia Palace.

The Pepper social robot was one of the most distinctive features of INTEGRIS’s presence, offering visitors the opportunity to learn through interactive presentations and experience an original and modern way of communication. 🤖💡

Another beautiful application of social robotics by ORTEM HELLAS, aiming to bring technology closer to people in a simple, friendly, and meaningful way. 💙

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At the EYATH stand, the Pepper and NAO robots welcomed visitors and became a point of reference for children participating in the children’s corner with collages and drawings. At the same time, Pepper and NAO talked to the children about the importance of water and its protection through an interactive and entertaining dialogue that sparked their interest and helped them understand the value of conservation.

At the DAPEEP booth, the experience continued with the Mini, Nova, and Pepper robots, which offered a comprehensive interactive presence. Through quizzes, games, and activities, visitors had the opportunity to test their knowledge of DAPEEP’s services while having fun in an environment that combined information with entertainment.

Finally, at the FODSA stand, the Pepper robot presented the importance of recycling in an engaging way, winning over the audience with educational games and dance moves. The children were thrilled with the experience, while older visitors were also impressed, proving that social robots can inspire all ages.

ORTEM HELLAS would like to express its sincere gratitude to EYATH, DAPEEP, and FODSA for their trust and cooperation. Our presence at TIF 2025 was yet another confirmation of the important social role that robots can play, combining technology with knowledge and entertainment.

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The aim of our presence was to highlight how social robots can be used in practice: from tourist guides and digital receptionists to robots that support educational and recreational activities in schools, hotels, and cultural environments. Our booth served as a point of contact, information, and dialogue on what social robotics means.

During the event, we watched demonstrations by humanoid and non-humanoid robots, with examples such as soccer, shadow boxing, archery, and running by quadrupedal robots, highlighting the current capabilities of autonomy, balance, and spatial perception. At the same time, we participated in talks and workshops that presented the latest developments in the fields of robotics, artificial intelligence, biomimetics, and human-machine interaction.

In addition to technology, the event provided a platform for individuals and teams with a genuine vision. Visitors, partners, students, and professionals in the field had the opportunity to see our robots up close, interact with them, and discuss their potential applications in real-world scenarios.

We would like to warmly thank Minas Liarokapis for the invitation and hospitality, as well as everyone who visited our space and contributed with their presence and ideas.

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ERT3’s “Perimeter” program talked about the Mini social robot that informs, guides, and smiles at visitors to the Municipality of Volvi. Tourism, technology, and hospitality—all in one! 🎥🗺️

#ERT3 #Perimeter #Mini #SocialRobotics #MunicipalityofVolvi #TourismTech #SmartCity #OrtemHellas #VisitVolvi #Greece #Innovation #robotguide

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TWO ROBOTS TEACH THE MUNICIPALITY TO STUDENTS

The Municipality of Volvi has implemented an innovative environmental education program utilizing robotics in its elementary schools. In collaboration with ORTEM HELLAS S.A., it began implementing the environmental education program “The Municipality of Volvi needs me!”, where robotics combined with experiential play become allies in the effort to cultivate environmental awareness.

More specifically, the students of the 9 primary schools of the Municipality of Volvi, with the help of the humanoid robots “Pepper” and “Nao,” will learn about the fauna and flora of the habitats in their area, while at the same time exploring the ways in which residents relate to the natural environment of their place. They will also be informed about good practices that we can all (regardless of age) adopt in our daily lives to help protect the environment. Furthermore, the program will serve as a catalyst for familiarizing students with new technologies and robotics that have become an integral part of our daily lives and are an integral part of the future!

It is important to emphasize that Environmental Education plays a key role in cultivating environmentally friendly attitudes and behaviors, something that is now globally recognized, which is why it is included in European and international policies environmental protection and sustainability. The combination of Environmental Education and robotics promotes an enjoyable way of learning, while also encouraging children’s motivation, cooperation, self-confidence, and creativity. When robotics coexists harmoniously with experiential education elements, as in the “The Municipality of Volvi Needs Me!” program, then the learning process becomes… play!

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