Violanta: Temporary Suspension of Operations After Deadly Explosion

The regional governor of Thessaly has ordered the temporary suspension of operations at the Violanta industrial unit, following a deadly explosion that claimed the lives of five female workers. The factory is located at the 6th km of the Trikala-Karditsa highway.

The owner of Violanta is being held in Trikala prison after his apology. The prosecutor and investigator agreed to his pre-trial detention due to omissions and security gaps that led to the explosion.

Documents reveal violations in the LPG installations as early as July 2025, with the company requesting a price improvement for the necessary work. An employee reported that the warehouse where the explosion occurred contained a water purification machine.

The investigator is examining the case and the owner's apology, while his lawyers are expected to file an appeal against the pre-trial detention order.