With great success and in the presence of representatives from numerous U.S. companies, foreign military delegations, and U.S. institutions, the 13th Hellenic Pavilion at the AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition was inaugurated on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 13th Hellenic Pavilion was honored by the presence of: John D. Saracakis, President, AmCham Greece, H.E. Antonis Alexandridis Ambassador of Greece to the United States, Lt. Gen. Andreas Koronakis, Deputy Chief, Hellenic Army General Staff, Major General Ioannis Korres, Director of the 4th Branch of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff (GEETHA), Major General Ioannis Bouras, Director General, GDDIA, LTG Omar Jones, AUSA Vice President, Major General John Dreska Director of Plans & Readiness, G-43/5/7, US Army Logistics G-4, Major General Robert Carruthers III, Assistant Adjutant General of Florida (Florida National Guard), Curtis Thomas, Director of Partner Relationship Management, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports & Cooperation (DASA-DEC) and on behalf of Marinos Yannopoulos, CEO of Enteprise Greece, Ms. Annita Triposkoufi, Director, SME & Major Exporters.
Greece’s strong presence at AUSA reflects the significant progress and growing capabilities of the country’s defense industry. The Hellenic National Pavilion brings together leading Greek defense companies, showcasing the results of sustained investment, technological development, specialized expertise, and a strong commitment to innovation. From advanced defense technologies and systems to specialized products and solutions, the Greek defense industry is demonstrating its ability to develop competitive, high-quality capabilities that respond to the evolving demands of the international defense market.
The strong participation of the Greek delegation also highlights the industry’s determination to expand its international presence and establish new partnerships with leading defense organizations and companies worldwide. Throughout the exhibition, we will continue to showcase the achievements, expertise, and potential of Greece’s defense industries, while creating new opportunities for cooperation, investment, and growth in international markets.
Hellenic Pavilion Exhibitors:
EFA Group, IDE – Intracom Defense, Metlen – M Technologies, Theon Sensors, Aeroservices, Elmon, Hellenic Defense Systems, Spirit Aeronautical Systems, AMS Aero, Qualco Group, and Adamant Composites, DEFEA – Defense Exhibition Athens, ETME, TEMMA
