Welcome to the XVIII SIPDA International Symposium on Lightning Protection (SIPDA 2025), a biannual global scientific event contributing to the discussion and dissemination of innovations in lightning protection. We are excited to announce that the SIPDA 2025 will be held for the first time in Europe, in the beautiful city of Thessaloniki, Greece and will be organized by the High Voltage Laboratory of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
This symposium aims to bring together researchers and professionals to present and discuss the latest research findings in lightning phenomena and their effects, as well as new developments in lightning protection technology, while promoting networking and through dissemination knowledge and awareness on lightning to the public.
SIPDA 2025 will offer a diverse program of invited speeches, oral and poster sessions, covering a wide range of topics related to lightning phenomena, modeling, and measurement techniques, as well as grounding and lightning protection. In addition to the technical program, SIPDA 2025 will also offer a technical tour to SEleNe CC, the Regional Coordination Center for the TSOs in Southeast Europe, as well as social events, providing an opportunity to explore the long history and culture of Thessaloniki.
Join us at SIPDA 2025 in Greece. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event and to advancing the science and technology of lightning protection.
ORGANISERS
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) is the biggest university in Greece. Named after the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, AUTH was founded originally in 1926. Located in the center of Thessaloniki, has 90.000 under- and post-graduate students and 4000 teaching and administrative staff members. Highly recognized internationally, participates in more than 35 international academic associations, and has collaboration contracts with more than 1400 Universities worldwide.
TECHNICAL COSPONSOR
IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. IEEE is the trusted voice for engineering, computing, and technology information around the globe. There are over 460,000 IEEE members in over 190 countries, more than 66 percent of whom are from outside the United States.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
The beginning was made in 1973, when ELEMKO started the first steps in the design and production of lightning protection systems. Today, after +50 years, ELEMKO continues to be a pioneer in the development and supply of:
- Lightning protection systems
- Earthing & bonding systems
- Surge overvoltage protection systems
With its own plants, offices & laboratories in Athens, Thessaloniki & Thiva together with a workforce of over 65 employees, ELEMKO is today one of the most dynamic companies in Greece and Europe.
GOLD SPONSOR
Raycap is an international manufacturer and technology leader with decades of experience providing innovative infrastructure solutions for customers in the telecom, energy, defense, transportation, and other industrial markets. Its solutions protect mission-critical applications and ensure the best possible system availability. The company's product portfolio includes lightning and surge protection technologies, structured cabling and connectivity solutions, power management systems, custom enclosures, cabinets, and wireless network concealments. Since its founding in 1987, the company has experienced continuous growth. Its engineering expertise, test laboratories, and multiple manufacturing facilities guarantee quality, reliability, and innovation. Product design, testing, and approval processes comply with all international safety standards. Raycap operates in the United States, Germany, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Romania, and China.
For more information on Raycap products, visit www.raycap.com or www.raycap.de
BRONZE SPONSORS
ELPEDISON, the first independent electricity producer in Greece and a leading supplier of electricity, natural gas and energy services, ensures an environmentally friendly power generation process with its two plants in Thisvi (Voiotia) and Thessaloniki, which use exclusively natural gas as fuel. Consistent with its daily commitment to produce and supply electricity safely, and with its imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG), the Company has been making a significant contribution to the country's energy sufficiency and security for years. In addition, ELPEDISON is one of the largest “players” in the wholesale trading sector of electricity and natural gas in the wider SE European market.
PROTASIS Engineering & Consulting, located in Athens and established in 2002, delivers advanced technical consulting and systems solutions to ensure the reliable, safe, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of electrical energy networks and installations.
Serving the power and energy sectors, the company provides engineering, design, integrated systems solutions, and maintenance services. PROTASIS also offers specialized power system studies and consulting, including Electromagnetic Transient and Power System Protection studies.
Recently, PROTASIS opened a new office in Thessaloniki, reinforcing its commitment to long-term partnerships and meeting the evolving needs of clients in the region.
