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Description of the Organisation:PEDMEDE, established in 1935, covers all the range of companies dealing with the construction of public and private works in Greece and abroad. Its members - approximately 5.000 - are individuals, contractors of public works as well as technical companies from the smaller up to the upper grade, according to the classification made by the Greek Ministry of Environment and Public Works. The Association covers the whole of Greece with 13 regional sections and is the only contractors' Federation that represents the country abroad, being a member of FIEC (European Construction Industry Federation) and EIC (European International Contractors). The Association's scope is to secure and promote its members' interest and welfare and to defend their rights regarding the Authorities. Among its services is law and tax consultancy. Its legal department assists members with the proceedings relevant to public works tendering, resolves disputes between them and the Authorities, and tax experts are offering expertise concerning taxation. PEDMEDE has its own training centre and in collaboration with Public and Private Organizations is planning seminars for its members and their staff dealing with various subjects such as legislative matters, tax, computing, safety in work, quality programs etc. Apart from that, the Association commands a Press and P.R. Department which organizes meetings, international conferences and business missions abroad.
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