Kaspersky Lab announced today that it will continue to work with the Archeological Society at Athens (ASA) to further explore the remains of a historic Cycladic/Minoan settlement in Akrotiri, Greece
Woburn, MA – June 20, 2016 –Kaspersky Lab announced today that it will continue to work with the Archeological Society at Athens (ASA) to further explore the remains of a historic Cycladic/Minoan settlement in Akrotiri, Greece. Kaspersky Lab is sponsoring a number of activities on the archeological site to help the scientists further their work, including the restoration of the excavations and the conservation of ancient wall paintings and buildings.
Eugene Kaspersky, Kaspersky Lab Chairman and CEO explained the importance of the work: “Akrotiri is an absolutely remarkable site. It’s a treasure for the whole of humankind and there’s a threat it could disappear if it’s not preserved by archeologists. I believe it’s very important to continue exploring the site, as its excavation is likely to bring new artifacts to life. I’m very proud that we can support the research process as well as the preservation of this amazing place for future generations.”
Cooperation between Kaspersky Lab and ASA dates back to 2015, when Kaspersky Lab sponsored the renovation of the frescos wall paintings of Akrotiri. The work is now focused on collecting new data about the ancient civilization and settlement on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini (Thera). Kaspersky Lab’s cooperation with ASA will support several phases of the project at Akrotiri.
The phases of the project will include excavations in the House of Benches near the Xeste 3 building as well as the restoration and conservation of a magnificent wall painting from the Grand Staircase of Xeste 4. The wall paintings at Akrotiri are estimated to cover a total surface of nearly 3.5 miles. Kaspersky Lab has previously supported ASA in the conservation of the unit from the East and North wall of the landing on the second floor, and this year’s project will cover the next unit: the North and South walls of the fourth flight of the staircase. Kaspersky Lab is also sponsoring on-site mapping of the present state of the ruins to help scientists find the best ways to save the buildings from decay through analysis and classification of collected data about the monuments. This will contribute to overall building conservation.
Dr. Dora Vassilicos, Member of the Board of the Archeological Society at Athens describes the impact of the sponsorship: “The support we get from Kaspersky Lab helps us continue our work in several directions at once, and I am very glad that our cooperation with the company continues for the second year running. The contribution to science and to studying the ancient civilization is indispensable and I hope that the more we find the more people will be interested in the history and culture of Akrotiri.”
Professor Christos Doumas, Director of the Excavations at Akrotiri comments: “Akrotiri has always been a special place for me and for many people who work here. We continue the work in order to get answers to the questions about the inhabitants of the island who lived here thousands of years ago. I am very pleased and grateful to see that Kaspersky Lab is interested in our work and is ready to support our long-term project. The company brings great opportunities to our scientific research. We discuss the plans for the future as I hope that Kaspersky Lab will become our long-term partner when speaking of future cooperation.”
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