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Diakatos Group

Diakatos Group, founded in 1989 by Mr. Georgios K. Diakatos a professional with academic background in the USA and experience in the Hellenic Air Force has established itself as a leading provider of comprehensive fire safety and marine lifesaving solutions in Greece and abroad. Headquartered in Piraeus and with a branch in Bulgaria, the company specializes in the supply and maintenance of fire extinguishers (dry powder, CO₂, foam-water, water mist), automatic fire suppression systems (CO₂ & FM200), as well as certified marine safety equipment including lifebuoys, life rafts, immersion suits and breathing apparatus. 

In addition, Diakatos Group offers certified inspection and maintenance services in compliance with international standards (DNV, IACS), further strengthening its reputation for reliability, expertise and rapid response. With a constant commitment to safety and quality, Diakatos Group supports businesses and organizations by providing integrated solutions that cover every aspect of fire protection and marine safety.

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Total Lifecycle Management of Fire-Fighting Foam Waste (AFFF / PFAS)

At Diakatos Group, we offer a complete, certified, and fully traceable service chain for the direct removal, tank cleaning, secure transport, and final treatment/disposal of fire suppression materials including protein-based foams (P/FP/FFFP) and alcohol-resistant foams (AR-AFFF), often containing PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances), classified as persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Our operations extend across Greece and the wider EU, ensuring seamless logistics and full compliance with European environmental legislation – without intermediate storage or delay.

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Service Chain Overview
  • Onboard Foam Removal & Sampling
  • Collection of fire-fighting foam concentrate directly from vessel storage tanks
  • Sampling, classification & documentation in accordance with SDS and EWC/UN codes
  • Use of dedicated ADR-compliant tanks or IBCs for immediate transfer
  • Tank Cleaning
  • Safe entry procedures (confined space certified)
  • Washing, degreasing, neutralization (if required)
  • Collection and containment of cleaning slops as hazardous waste (UN3082/ Class 9)

Direct Export & Transportation

Immediate transport of foam waste to licensed EU treatment facilities.

No temporary storage material remains within sealed dedicated container/tank until delivery.

Transport under full ADR/IMDG compliance with traceable documentation.

Final Disposal & Destruction

Export to authorized EU partners for:

  • High-temperature incineration (D10) 
  • Verified PFAS destruction efficiency (>99.999%)
  • Issuance of Waste Disposal Certificate for each shipment.

Refill of New Certified Foam

Delivery and refill of IMO/SOLAS-compliant PFAS-free foam.

Compatibility with existing suppression systems.

New SDS & documentation included. 4

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Where we operate

Diakatos Group provides nationwide and international coverage for fire suppression material management:

Al major Greek ports, including Piraeus, Thessaloniki, Patras, Volos, Heraklion, Kavala, Elefsina, Lavrio, Alexandroupoli, and island ports. Shipyards, marine terminals, bunkering stations, and ofshore support zones.

Al EU ports upon client request, with coordinated transport and export logistics through our licensed partners.

EU-wide compliance for port reception facilities, industrial firefighting systems, and vessel-based operations.

Our mobile units and partner network ensure fast response and ful service coverage wherever the client needs us from port-side operations to cross-border disposal logistics.

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Why Diakatos Group
  • We deliver end-to-end, no-storage solutions
  • Use of dedicated ADR tanks for direct disposal
  • Full compliance and EU-wide operational reach
  • Trusted partners for incineration of PFAS materials Fast turnaround and transparent documentation
  • Cost-efficient logistics tailored to marine operators
  • We help shipowners, port agents, and marine supply companies meet their fire foam waste obligations - legally, safely, and efficiently.