Athens, Greece – May 2025
Innovaland, the Cypriot company a leader manufacturer in self-supported arch steel building kits, made a bold and highly successful presence at DEFEA 2025—one of Europe’s premier defense and security exhibitions. Held in Athens, DEFEA attracts military delegations, government officials, and industry leaders from across the globe. This year, Innovaland proudly stood out as a beacon of Cypriot innovation and engineering excellence.
A Visit from the President of Cyprus: A Moment of National Pride
The highlight of Innovaland’s participation was the official visit of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, accompanied by the Minister of Defence, Mr. Vasilis Palmas, and several high-ranking military officials. Their presence at the Innovaland booth marked a moment of immense honor and national significance.
President Christodoulides personally commended Innovaland’s remarkable technological achievements and emphasized that the company’s participation reflects Cyprus’s growing influence in the defense and construction technology sectors on an international scale. He instructed his team to ensure continued support for Innovaland, recognizing the company as a flag-bearer of Cypriot innovation and industrial advancement.
Standing with the Military: A Vote of Confidence from the Minister of Defence Mr. Vasilis Palmas
Minister of Defence Mr. Vasilis Palmas, accompanied by generals and senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, spent valuable time at Innovaland’s booth. With evident pride, they engaged with Innovaland’s executives—Mr. Andreas Perentes and Mr. Christos Loizou—expressing sincere congratulations for the company’s pioneering work. Their support is a strong vote of confidence in Innovaland’s capability to deliver real solutions for military infrastructure needs.
Military-Grade Buildings with Tactical Advantages
Innovaland’s military-grade Arch Steel Building Kits were a standout attraction at DEFEA. Designed for speed, strength, and versatility, these self-supported structures require no internal columns, minimal to no foundation, and can be assembled quickly by basic-skilled personnel—a vital advantage in time-critical and remote deployment scenarios.
Key military applications include:
- Ammunition shelters
- Anti-bombing and blast-resistant structures
- Aircraft hangars
- Military vehicle storage
- General-purpose depots and storage units
- Personnel accommodation and common-use facilities
Their compact, custom-packaged design makes them ideal for transport to hard-to-reach locations—even with small pickup trucks, boats, or helicopters. With maximum panel lengths of only 2.5–3 meters (or smaller), these buildings redefine what’s possible in mobile infrastructure.
A Future Forged in Steel
Innovaland’s performance at DEFEA 2025 was more than a business success—it was a symbol of national pride and global recognition. As the company continues to push the boundaries of modular construction, its presence alongside top government and military leaders proves that Innovaland is not just building steel structures—it’s building Cyprus’s industrial future.
A Sincere Thank You from Innovaland
The entire Innovaland team of engineers and founders would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who visited our booth at DEFEA 2025. Your interest, support, and recognition made this event a true success. We are especially proud to represent Cyprus on such a prestigious stage and remain committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions in military and industrial construction. Thank you for believing in our vision.
