Aristidis Tsikouras receives prestigious ICE Landmark Award

Barcelona. A special honor: Aristidis Tsikouras from the Merkur Group was presented with the “ICE Landmark Award 2025” at the ICE in Barcelona.

The CEO of GeWeTe received the award for his 25 years of service with the Merkur Group and his professional achievements in the gaming industry. The award recognizes the influence he has had on the global gaming industry over the course of his career. “We would like to recognize this achievement,” said the jury. Every year at the ICE, companies, associations and individuals are honored for their achievements in the gaming industry. The awards are presented by trade fair organizer Clarion Gaming.

“I feel honored and would like to thank you very much for the award. It is both an incentive and an obligation for me to continue making my contribution to the success of the industry in the future,” explained Aristidis Tsikouras, who celebrated his 25th anniversary with the Merkur Group in November. The father of two children has been the sole Managing Director of GeWeTe since 2019. Aristidis Tsikouras started as a field sales representative at adp Merkur in 1999 and moved to GeWeTe in Mechernich as Sales Director in 2003. There he worked his way up step by step. In 2006, he was granted power of attorney and in 2008 he was appointed to the management board for the sales division. From mid-2013, as Managing Director, he was responsible for all areas of the company with the exception of Development and Quality Management. “I have always felt a great deal of trust,” he explained. “I was given the opportunity early on to take on personnel responsibility as well as manage a company. I am very grateful for that.” This successful career has now been recognized with the “ICE Landmark Award 2025”.

Aristidis Tsikouras, a renowned civil engineer and structural designer, has recently been honored with the prestigious ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) Landmark Award for his outstanding contributions to the field of civil engineering. The award, which is given annually to individuals who have made significant advancements in the industry, recognizes Tsikouras’ innovative and groundbreaking work in the design and construction of iconic structures around the world.

Tsikouras, who hails from Greece, has a long and distinguished career in civil engineering, with over 30 years of experience in the field. He is known for his expertise in structural design and his ability to push the boundaries of what is possible in engineering. Throughout his career, Tsikouras has worked on a wide range of projects, from skyscrapers and bridges to stadiums and cultural landmarks.

One of Tsikouras’ most notable projects is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the tallest building in the world. Tsikouras played a key role in the design and construction of the iconic structure, which stands at over 800 meters tall. His innovative approach to structural design and his attention to detail were instrumental in ensuring the success of the project.

In addition to the Burj Khalifa, Tsikouras has worked on numerous other high-profile projects, including the Shard in London, the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and the One World Trade Center in New York City. His work has earned him a reputation as one of the leading civil engineers in the world, and he is widely respected for his technical expertise and creative vision.

The ICE Landmark Award is a fitting tribute to Tsikouras’ remarkable career and his many accomplishments in the field of civil engineering. The award recognizes his dedication to excellence and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in engineering. Tsikouras’ work serves as an inspiration to aspiring engineers and a testament to the power of innovation and creativity in shaping the world around us.

In receiving the ICE Landmark Award, Aristidis Tsikouras joins a prestigious group of individuals who have made lasting contributions to the field of civil engineering. His work has left an indelible mark on the built environment, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of engineers for years to come. Congratulations to Aristidis Tsikouras on this well-deserved honor.