Greece has joined its Mediterranean neighbours in offering extra virgin olive oil through vending machines, a trend already established in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Croatia, according to tovima.com.
The initiative comes from Ahaean Land, a company named after Achaia — a region in the northwestern Peloponnese with a long olive-growing tradition. After seven years of development, it launched its first four vending machines in January 2025. Located in Athens, Edessa, Ptolemaida, and Amyntaio, the machines sell premium olive oil under the brand “Oelia Terra,” packaged in 250 ml, 500 ml, and 750 ml metal containers.
Co-founder Kostas Kamberos explains, “This vision blends tradition with technology, giving more consumers easy and quick access to authentic Greek olive oil of top quality, wherever they are, and at competitive prices.”
Previously, Ahaean Land exported about 90% of its production to Germany, the UK, and France. With vending machines, it is now strengthening its domestic presence and preparing to expand into Bulgaria and the U.S.
The first months of operation have shown strong consumer interest, encouraging the company to install 150 additional machines in major cities by 2027. Thessaloniki is set to receive at least four units in early 2026, while Athens, which currently hosts one, will see 15 more placed in locations such as Plaka, Nea Makri, and Koropi.
Further expansion is planned for Patras, Crete, Agrinio, and Ioannina by 2026, extending access to more regions.
Ahaean Land cultivates around 10,000 olive trees in Achaia, producing 50 to 60 tons of olive oil annually. The project reflects the founders’ deep ties to the land and their commitment to merging heritage with innovation.
Source: tovima.com
