Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce & Development

What Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce & Development does

The Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development is a non-profit bilateral chamber of commerce founded in 1979/1980 and headquartered in Athens, Greece. It serves as the principal institutional bridge between Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Arab-world markets, with stated coverage of 17 Arab countries. The chamber's core service portfolio consists of recurring events (the annual Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum, now in its 14th edition; the Arab-Hellenic Health Conference; the 'Meet the Arab Ambassadors' roundtable series; and 'Doing Business in the Arab World' workshops), the bimonthly MAN Magazine publication (69 issues published as of 2026), a virtual B2B matchmaking platform (meeting.arabgreekchamber.gr), and a document legalization service. Primary customer segments are Greek SMEs seeking expansion into Arab markets and Arab businesses and investors exploring Greek opportunities, with government officials and embassies acting as a secondary stakeholder layer.

The chamber operates a membership-based business model. Revenue is generated from recurring membership fees, event sponsorships and registration fees, publication sponsorship, and fees for document legalization services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Distribution is centered on the Athens headquarters office (180-182 Kifissias Avenue, N. Psychico), the multilingual website (English, Greek, Arabic), social media channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube), and event venues such as the Divani Caravel Hotel in Athens. Strategic partnerships include Arab embassies accredited to Greece, Greek business organizations, Arab federations and chambers, TIF-HELEXPO (since 2022), and the General Union of Chambers of the Arab League. Leadership consists of Chairman Harris Geronikolas and Secretary General Rashad Mabger. There is no proprietary technology platform, no AI/ML capability, and no disclosed financial data (revenue, funding, or budget).

Name

Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce & Development

Legal name

Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development

Website

https://arabhellenicchamber.gr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development is a non-profit bilateral chamber in Athens facilitating Greek-Arab trade through events, B2B matchmaking, publications, and legalization services for Greek SMEs and Arab businesses and investors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade and Business Promotion Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

Multilateral Diplomacy & International Representation (UN, Regional Bodies) (BPAIAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Protocol, State Visits & Diplomatic Events Management (BPAIAIAJ)

Keywords

• Bilateral trade facilitation
• Business networking services
• B2B matchmaking services
• Chamber of commerce services
• Trade promotion services

Headquarters

HQ city

Athens

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: The chamber operates a membership-based model where businesses join to access networking services, B2B matchmaking, and participation in events.
2. Event Sponsorships and Registration Fees: Revenue generated from sponsorships and participant registration fees for forums, conferences, and workshops.
3. Legalization Services: Document legalization services provided from 09:00 to 14:00 daily.
4. Publication Services: MAN magazine and other publications feature member companies; the chamber earns revenue through publication sponsorship and distribution.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce & Development is a non-profit bilateral chamber that facilitates trade, investment, and business relations between Greek companies and Arab-world markets. Its core offerings are membership-based services, including B2B matchmaking and virtual meetings, an annual Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum and other recurring conferences and roundtables, a bimonthly MAN magazine publication, and document legalization services, all designed to help Greek SMEs access Arab markets and Arab businesses engage with Greek counterparts.

Product overview

The Arab-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development operates as a bilateral chamber of commerce facilitating trade and investment relations between Greece and Arab countries. Rather than a unified technology platform, the chamber offers a portfolio of services including MAN Magazine (a bimonthly publication), the Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum series, 'Meet the Arab Ambassadors' roundtable events, 'Doing Business in the Arab World' workshop series, and virtual B2B meeting services. The chamber also organizes sector-specific conferences such as the Arab-Hellenic Health Conference and provides a Business Directory for member companies. The organization functions as a membership-based business association rather than a software technology company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MAN Magazine: Bimonthly publication of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber covering member activities, business news, and economic updates from Greece and Arab countries.

Products and services

• Chamber Membership A recurring membership program that gives Greek SMEs, Arab businesses, and other organizations access to the chamber's networking events, B2B matchmaking services, publication opportunities in MAN magazine, and entry into the AHCCD Business Directory of member profiles.
• MAN Magazine A bimonthly Members' Activities Newsletter (MAN) publication featuring member company news, event coverage, and economic updates from Greece and Arab countries, available as downloadable PDF issues.
• Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum An annual flagship economic forum series bringing together government officials and key stakeholders from Arab countries and Greece to discuss bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
• Meet the Arab Ambassadors Roundtable An annual roundtable series connecting Greek businesses with Arab ambassadors accredited to Greece for networking and business development opportunities.
• Doing Business in the Arab World Workshop Series
• Arab-Hellenic Health Conference A healthcare-focused conference series bringing together health sector stakeholders from 17 Arab countries and Greece to strengthen ties and cooperation in the healthcare sector.
• Virtual B2B Meetings Service A tailor-made virtual business-to-business meeting service for Greek member companies to connect with Arab counterparts, delivered through a dedicated Live Meetings Platform.
• Document Legalization Services Document legalization services offered at the Athens headquarters to support cross-border commercial documentation between Greek companies and Arab counterparts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 69 issues of MAN magazine published, demonstrating consistent publication output and member engagement
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TIF-HELEXPOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 September 2022Partnership with TIF-HELEXPO (Thessaloniki International Fair) for organizing events at the 86th International Fair of Thessaloniki, including Greece-UAE Business Gathering and High-Level Ministerial RoundTable.
• Arab Embassies in GreececoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe chamber maintains close relationships with Arab embassies accredited to Greece, facilitating government-to-business connections and bilateral cooperation. The 'Meet the Arab Ambassadors' roundtable series is a key partnership activity.
• Greek OrganizationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with Greek business organizations, chambers of commerce, and trade associations to facilitate Greek SME participation in Arab market expansion activities.
• Arab Organizations, Federations and ChamberscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of Arab business federations, chambers of commerce, and trade organizations across Arab countries enabling cross-border business connections.
• Arab-Foreign Joint ChambersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with other Arab-foreign bilateral chambers to share best practices and facilitate multi-country business connections.
• Union of Diplomatic Officers of Economic & Commercial Affairs (ENDY OEY)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the annual Greek Exports Awards, supporting Greek export promotion to Arab markets.
• General Union of Chambers (Arab League)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRepresentation at the 42nd session of the Conference of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture, demonstrating membership in the broader Arab chamber network.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Greek-Indian Chamber of Commerce and Economic Cooperation: Greek bilateral chamber focused on India, operating a similar event, matchmaking, and membership model. Comparable as another Greece-rooted bilateral chamber with overlapping member services and SME exporter target audience.
• Hellenic-African Chamber of Commerce and Development: Greek bilateral chamber focused on Africa with a similar chamber-of-commerce model, event programming, and matchmaking services. Directly comparable in structure and Greece-based bilateral trade facilitation remit.
• Arab-Italian Chamber of Commerce: Another Mediterranean bilateral Arab chamber with a comparable model of trade forums, matchmaking, and member services. Comparable because it shares AHCCD's Mediterranean trade corridor and serves SMEs seeking Arab market access.
• Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Ghorfa): Bilateral Arab-German chamber offering forums, conferences, delegation trips, and B2B matchmaking services. Closest European analogue to AHCCD in terms of established bilateral mandate and event-driven service portfolio.
• Arab-British Chamber of Commerce: Bilateral Arab-UK chamber operating the same model: membership-based network, events, B2B matchmaking, and trade facilitation services between UK companies and the Arab world. Directly comparable in mission, structure, and service mix.

Broad incumbents

• Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EBEA): Athens-based chamber providing general business support, networking, and trade services to Greek enterprises. Comparable as a Greek chamber with overlapping member base, though broader in mandate rather than Arab-specialist.
• Federation of Hellenic Enterprises (SEV): Greece's largest business federation representing enterprises across sectors. Comparable as the most prominent Greek business membership body, though broader in scope and not Arab-focused; serves as a potential partner or competitive incumbent for Greek SMEs seeking international growth services.
• Enterprise Greece: Official Greek government agency promoting exports and inward investment. Comparable because it competes for the same SME exporter audience and operates parallel trade-promotion events, though funded by the state rather than membership fees.

Others

• Union of Arab Chambers (General Union of Chambers): Pan-Arab chamber federation representing all national Arab chambers of commerce. Comparable as the apex body in the Arab chamber network where AHCCD holds representation and participates in annual conferences.

Emerging players

• Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF-HELEXPO): Greek exhibition and trade-fair organizer that co-hosts events with AHCCD including the Greece-UAE Business Gathering. Comparable as an event-driven trade facilitation partner/competitor with established infrastructure for B2B gatherings in Greece.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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