How Chrysanthopoulos Improved Fleet Efficiency and Compliance with Frotcom

The Greek company gained real-time fleet visibility, improved route planning, and simplified maintenance tracking using Frotcom’s advanced features. 

Founded in 1950 as a small blacksmith shop in Agios Vasileios, Greece, Chrysanthopoulos Cranes P.C. has grown into a market leader in lifting operations and special transports. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including vessel handling, roadside assistance, equipment supply, machinery trading, and rentals. Still family-led, Chrysanthopoulos is widely recognized for its commitment to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

Located in Patras and operating across Greece and abroad, the company manages a diverse fleet of 28 heavy and light vehicles, all equipped with Frotcom’s intelligent fleet management system. The fleet includes trucks, vans, semi-trailers, and four hybrid light vehicles. Chrysanthopoulos maintains a focus on operational excellence and holds top international certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 39001.

Client Goals and Challenges

Before implementing Frotcom, Chrysanthopoulos faced several key operational challenges impacting productivity and compliance:

• Lack of centralized fleet oversight;
• Limited real-time vehicle tracking and Estimated Times of Arrival (ETA) prediction;
• Difficulty in monitoring maintenance and certifications;
• Manual compliance processes for tachograph regulations;
• Low visibility into engine failures and fuel consumption;
• The need for ERP-like tools to support task automation and document management.

With a complex fleet that includes specialized equipment such as cranes, the company required a comprehensive system to simplify operations, provide accurate data, and adapt to the demands of logistics.

Client Benefits

Following a smooth Frotcom implementation across its fleet, Chrysanthopoulos immediately experienced several improvements in efficiency, compliance, and resource utilization. 

The company now benefits from real-time visibility across its fleet, significantly improving route optimization and ETA accuracy. By setting up fleet alarms, the team can quickly respond to incidents such as engine failures or abnormal driving behavior, reducing downtime and preventing operational disruptions.

To support tachograph compliance, Chrysanthopoulos now uses Frotcom’s Remote Tachograph Download module, replacing time-consuming manual processes with automated, real-time data collection. Additionally, by monitoring driving times and rest periods and organizing vehicle maintenance schedules, the team reduced unplanned service interruptions and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.

Through the Driver App, drivers now have direct access to trip details and performance data, making it easier to communicate, stay informed, and follow best practices on the road. Monitoring fuel consumption has also become more precise with Frotcom, helping the company to identify inefficiencies, analyze fuel usage patterns, and promote safer driving behaviors.

Moreover, by using the system to create and manage custom geofenced locations, the company has improved the tracking of frequent destinations, such as work sites and depots, enhancing operational control and resource allocation.

Overall, Frotcom delivered significant improvements, including:

• Improved route optimization;
• Enhanced fuel efficiency;
• Better tachograph compliance;
• More structured fleet maintenance planning;
• Improved driver communication and accountability;
• More productive and responsive fleet operations.

Dimitris Malliopoulos, Fleet Manager at Chrysanthopoulos, said:
“Frotcom gave us real-time visibility over our fleet and simplified tasks like maintenance tracking and tachograph compliance. It improved route efficiency, helped us better manage resources, and enabled us to proactively address issues such as fuel consumption and mechanical failures, resulting in smoother operations and improved overall control. In general, Frotcom provides more advanced and better-built features compared to other fleet management solutions we’ve evaluated. Its platform feels more robust and complete, offering the depth and flexibility we need for complex operations. It’s a well-rounded system that clearly stands out from the competition.”

With Frotcom as a strategic partner, Chrysanthopoulos has strengthened operational control, reduced inefficiencies, and established a strong foundation for future digitalization. Looking ahead, further integration and automation are expected, reinforcing Frotcom's role in fleet optimization and smart growth.

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