1971
Konstantinos Toubanakis handcrafts his first tent and his first backpack.
Where it all began.
Every great journey begins with a small step.
Those first creations were the beginning of a journey that continues to this day.
1975
The "POLO" logo is now printed on production products.
The moment the name was born.
4 letters that became an identity. Since then, the word “POLO” has accompanied every step of students.
1980
The first production line is organized in new, larger facilities.
Where it all began.
4 letters are born that became an identity. Since then, the word “POLO” has accompanied every step of students.
1985
The first Greek expedition to the Himalayas takes place, sponsored by POLO, following 4 years of research and testing.
The test at the limits.
Going beyond the limits of the city, after years of research and testing, theory becomes an ascent to the Himalayas. Because the true summit is first conquered in the test.
1993
Establishment of shop-in-shop in Minion, Lambrópoulos, Klaudatos and Katratzos Sport.
The expansion becomes a milestone.
The presence in historic department stores brings the vision to the heart of the city, where the pulse of everyday life meets the power of choice.
1999
The first specialized mountaineering store, POLO Center, opens its doors.
The dawn of the new millennium brings the ultimate specialization.
The first POLO Center opens its doors, turning modern equipment into an ally for every new adventure.
2002
The second mountaineering store, POLO Center, opens in Irakleio, Attica.
Specialization gains a new point of reference in Irakleio, Attica.
Bringing expertise closer to every new destination.
2008
The third mountaineering store, POLO Center, opens on Patision Street and the company passes to the second generation.
The journey gains new momentum.
A third point of reference opens its doors, while the baton passes to the new generation, ensuring the continuity of the vision.
2014
POLO represents Salewa and gradually other major brands.
Reliability meets the global top.
With the start of collaboration with international houses, the vision is strengthened, offering the market the quality of the world’s leading brands.
2017
POLO expands its exports to Cyprus, Morocco, Malta, Lebanon, Albania, North Macedonia, Ireland and Lithuania.
Borders become bridges.
The expertise born here now travels to new markets, proving that vision knows no geographical boundaries.
2021
In the midst of COVID, the ultimate wholesale tool is created in two languages via the B2B website.
The digital response to the new conditions.
We create a modern B2B tool that eliminates distances, offering instant access and functionality in two languages.
2025
POLO continues with you with new initiatives and innovations...
The journey has no end, only new chapters.
With the same dedication to quality and our eyes set on the future, we continue to evolve, because the most important adventure is the one we build together with you.
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