Dr. Angelos Amditis has been elected as the new President of ITS Hellas, marking the beginning of a new era for the National organization in Intelligent Transport Systems. His election, during the General Assembly on September 16, 2025, signals a strong step forward in redefining the organization’s role and strategic direction in Greece and across Europe.
With extensive experience in intelligent transport systems, sustainable mobility, and digital transformation, Dr. Amditis — who also serves as Director of Research and Development at ICCS/NTUA and Chairman of ERTICO – ITS Europe — brings a forward-looking, European perspective to ITS Hellas. “Our goal is to strengthen collaboration between research, technology, and the market” noted Dr. Amditis, “transforming knowledge into practical solutions that enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life.”
A dynamic new Board of Directors
The new ITS Hellas Board unites leading figures from academia, industry, and the technology sector — a strategic alliance designed to drive innovation in Greek transport systems:
- Vice President A’: Konstantinos Chaniotis, CEO of TELENAVIS
- Vice President – Academic & Research Affairs: George Stefanidis, Emeritus Professor, University of Patras
- Vice President: Panagiotis Zikos, CEO of iLink New Technologies
- Secretary General: Alexandros Kotsas, SALFO
- Treasurer: Dr. Evangelos Mitsakis, Senior Researcher, CERTH/HIT
- Members: Vassilis Mizaras (DeepTraffic) and Apostolos Bizakis (TREDIT SA)
The new Board reflects a clear strategic direction: to position ITS Hellas as a bridge between science, technology, and entrepreneurship, fostering the convergence of academic excellence and market-driven innovation. The organization also expressed its appreciation for the significant contribution of outgoing President Dr. Georgia Aifantopoulou, noting that her work has laid the foundation for this next phase of growth.
Strategic priorities for a smarter future
At its first meeting on September 24, the new Board — under the leadership of Dr. Amditis — set out the main priorities for the coming term:
- Expanding the organization’s member base and engaging new partners from research and industry.
- Strengthening international presence through participation in European networks such as ITS Nationals.
- Enhancing collaboration with ministries and public authorities as a strategic policy partner.
- Creating Thematic Working Groups to develop targeted initiatives and actionable proposals.
- Fostering cooperation among universities, research centers, and companies to accelerate knowledge transfer.
- Upgrading ITS Hellas’s digital presence and outreach activities.
A new chapter for ITS in Greece
Under the leadership of Dr. Angelos Amditis, ITS Hellas enters a new phase of renewal, collaboration, and outward focus. The organization aims to become a hub of innovation and expertise, linking academia, technology, and industry to shape the future of smart, connected, and sustainable mobility.
With its core values of sustainability, interoperability, and innovation, ITS Hellas continues to serve as a reference point for Intelligent Transport Systems in Greece and internationally — paving the way toward safer, greener, and more efficient transport.
