SEVT

About SEVT

The Hellenic Food and Drink Industries Association (SEVT) is the official voice of the organized Greek food and beverage industry at national, European, and international level. It represents sectoral associations as well as many individual companies active in food and drink.

SEVT positions the industry as a major pillar of the Greek economy and a modern business sector that supports competitiveness, investment, employment, consumer satisfaction, and social cohesion. Its work is grounded in scientific research, reliable data management, and effective communication within the EU regulatory framework.

The association’s mission is to help create and sustain a business environment that is attractive for investment and enables food and beverage companies of all sizes to grow, compete effectively, and respond to the evolving needs of consumers and society in a sustainable and inclusive way.

Core Values

• Competitiveness and outward orientation: SEVT emphasizes a sector that creates value-added products, supports exports, and strengthens the competitive position of Greek food and beverage companies.
• Safety and quality: Food safety and product quality are presented as non-negotiable values, with a strong focus on compliance, control, and consumer trust.
• Sustainable development: The association promotes environmental responsibility, circular economy practices, resource efficiency, and reduced food waste as part of long-term sector strategy.
• Nutrition and health: SEVT supports balanced diets, healthier choices, reformulation, and responsible communication to help consumers make informed decisions.
• Research and innovation: The association treats R&D and innovation as essential drivers of growth, competitiveness, and adaptation to changing consumer needs.
• Human capital and skills: SEVT highlights the importance of workforce development, upskilling, and reskilling as a foundation for industry resilience and progress.

Unique Aspects

• Broad institutional network: SEVT connects Greek food and beverage companies with sectoral associations, European bodies, and international organizations, giving the industry a coordinated voice across multiple levels.
• Food for Life platform leadership: Through the Greek and European Technology Platform "Food for Life," SEVT helps align industry, academia, and research around shared innovation priorities.
• ECOTROPHELIA competition: SEVT organizes the Greek ECOTROPHELIA competition, which promotes eco-innovative food product ideas from students and links the next generation with the industry.
• Greek Pledge initiative: SEVT leads the Greek Pledge, a voluntary code of self-regulation for food and beverage advertising to children under 13, aimed at supporting healthier marketing practices.
• Active role in sustainability and food waste reduction: The association works with partners such as the Greek Food Bank and the Alliance for Food Waste Reduction to advance food waste prevention and circular economy goals.