Ethniki Asfalistiki celebrated the completion of 135 years of uninterrupted presence in the Greek market, in the context of the Awards Night of its Corporate Sales Network.
According to the relevant announcement, the event, which took place in the presence of approximately 700 partners, executives and guests from all over Greece, combined the recognition of the top performances of Ethniki Asfalistiki's partners with the celebration of the company's long history and timeless contribution, which began in 1891 and, today, continues to evolve and play a leading role in the insurance sector.
The presentation of the evening was undertaken by Smaragda Karydi and Giorgos Kapoutzidis.
With an eye on the future
The event was opened by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ethniki Asfalistiki, Mr. Giorgos Kotsalos, with a brief review of the most important milestones in the company's course. Referring to Ethniki Asfalistiki's enduring contribution to the Greek economy and society, as well as to the new era taking shape after its integration into the Piraeus Group, he underlined: “Today Ethniki Asfalistiki opens a new, important chapter in its history. This new course aspires to combine the weighty legacy of the last 135 years with the growth prospects of the future”.
The new chapter opening up for Ethniki Asfalistiki was also mentioned by the CEO of Piraeus, Mr. Christos Megalou, who described the acquisition of the historic insurance company as a strategic investment with a long-term horizon.
Addressing the company's partners, he congratulated everyone who contributed to Ethniki Asfalistiki completing 135 years of uninterrupted presence, noting that: “The success of Ethniki Asfalistiki is based on its people and on the relationships of trust they have built over time with their customers”.
At the same time, he underlined the strategic importance of Ethniki Asfalistiki for Piraeus and the pivotal role of the network of insurance advisors in the organization's future growth. As he characteristically stated: “Great organizations are not defined only by their history, but by their ability to honor the past and at the same time shape their future”.
The people behind 135 years of trust
At the center of the evening were the insurance advisors of the Corporate Sales Network, who stand by policyholders every day, offering guidance and support, building lasting relationships of trust.
The company's CEO, Mr. Dimitris Mazarakis, also referred to their contribution, stressing that: “The Corporate Network is and will continue to be a strategic pillar of growth for Ethniki Asfalistiki. We do not see it as a distribution channel, but as one of the most important reasons the company has maintained its position at the top of the market for 135 years. Because no other channel can replace the relationship of trust that a professional insurance advisor builds with their customer”.
He also made special reference to the significance of the anniversary as a point connecting the company's historic journey with the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. “History has value only when it forms the basis for the next step. And for 135 years Ethniki Asfalistiki has done exactly that: it evolves, adapts and moves forward, without losing its identity,” he characteristically noted.
Performances that confirm the Network's momentum
In the context of the event, the performance of the Corporate Network was also presented, which continued its growth course in 2025, contributing substantially to the achievement of the company's strategic goals. Specifically, its total turnover increased by 8.2%, a performance significantly higher than the market's average growth rate, while in the portfolios that are open to new sales the increase reached 18%. This positive course continues in 2026 as well, with double-digit growth rates in key business lines.
The General Commercial Director of Ethniki Asfalistiki, Mr. Giorgos Zervoudakis, congratulated the partners for their contribution to the company's course, stressing that: “Success is the result of professionalism, consistency and adaptability. Neither a strong brand nor a success story are enough on their own to turn strategy into action. In every successful transformation, the decisive factor is always people. You provide real strength and perspective. Together we will write the next chapter of a company that, after 135 years, continues to evolve and lead”.
Having a strong legacy of 135 years and with a clear orientation toward the future, Ethniki Asfalistiki is entering the next chapter of its history, always keeping people at the center of its activities.