GRThe article discusses the growing shortage of technical staff in Greece, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It highlights that the imbalance between scientists and technicians has worsened over time due to an aging population and young people avoiding technical careers. According to a KPMG survey conducted for the Athens Chamber of Small and Medium Industries (BEA), 74% of companies in technical professions report a lack of suitable staff, with many facing reduced operations. The issue is especially severe in sectors like car repair shops and plastics-molds-engineering shops, where shortages of skilled workers threaten business continuity. Despite economic improvements, SMEs still struggle with low productivity, limited digital adoption, and minimal export activity.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual analysis of workforce shortages in Greece without overtly endorsing or criticizing specific political parties or policies. While the issue of technical staffing is politically relevant (as it relates to economic policy and education), the framing remains neutral, based
