Patras, a dynamic urban center nestled in Western Greece, holds the esteemed position as the nation's third-largest city. Distinguished for its progressive endeavors, Patras is home to a state-of-the-art smart cities hub situated within the Patras Science Park. Through a strategic alliance with Deutsche Telekom and local stakeholders, the city has embarked on a journey to unlock the potential of smart cities, leveraging NB-IoT technology to introduce innovative solutions such as intelligent street lighting and smart parking services.

Cosmote, a subsidiary under the umbrella of Deutsche Telekom, stands at the forefront of catalyzing Smart Cities in Greece through the pioneering integration of NB-IoT technology within Patras. Collaborating closely with partners, Cosmote has successfully showcased the transformative power of this cutting-edge technology in enhancing municipal operations, rendering them more streamlined and cost-efficient. A noteworthy achievement is Patras' implementation of NB-IoT, effectively powering two pivotal municipal services—smart parking and intelligent lighting—via a seamlessly integrated network infrastructure.