# Thessaloniki International Fair and regional redevelopment > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/thessaloniki-international-fair-and-regional-redevelopment > Updated: 2026-09-11T09:28:43.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The 90th Thessaloniki International Fair serves as a platform for discussing real estate strategies and the long-term redevelopment of regional landmarks and exhibition spaces. During the fair, the Hellenic Public Real Estate Company (ETAD) presented its strategy for utilizing real estate assets, specifically highlighting the restoration of the former Government House (Palataki) in Kalamaria. The project aims to transform the landmark into a community destination for cultural and professional activities. Concurrently, discussions regarding the fair's role in the local economy and its future development have taken place. Management at DEI-HELEXPO outlined a strategic vision to transform the Thessaloniki International Exhibition and Conference Center into a multi-functional hub for technology, innovation, culture, and entertainment, intended to serve as a center for Southeast Europe. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: DEI-HELEXPO management meets with Rena Dourou regarding 90th Thessaloniki Fair Rena Dourou met with DEI-HELEXPO leadership to discuss the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair and the center's redevelopment into a Southeast European hub for innovation and culture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dei-helexpo-management-meets-with-rena-dourou-regarding-90th-thessaloniki-fair ### 2026-08-28: ETAD presents real estate strategy at 90th Thessaloniki International Fair ETAD is presenting its real estate management strategy at the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair, highlighting the restoration of the historic Palataki landmark for cultural and professional use. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/etad-presents-real-estate-strategy-at-90th-thessaloniki-international-fair --- Cite as: Thessaloniki International Fair and regional redevelopment. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/thessaloniki-international-fair-and-regional-redevelopment