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Who we are

History

Arones Paper is a company with a history of a century.

1940
Warehouse
1952
Warehouse
1960
Henry Arones
1970
Warehouse
1980
Jacques Arones
2025
Beatrice and Christos

The journey began in 1927 when the company was founded by Errikos Arones, grandfather of Beatrice Arones, who now represents the third generation.

Initially, the company imported newsprint and printing paper while also investing in real estate. In the 1970s, the second generation—Jacob and Regina Arones—expanded the business by securing representation agreements with some of the world’s largest paper and board manufacturers.

In 2001, the third generation took over, and in 2003, the company acquired RIFPA SPECIAL PAPERS to broaden its activity. Since 2010, Beatrice Arones and her husband, Christos Laras, have been leading the company.

The goal has always been to evolve and fully meet the ever-changing needs of the industry. For this reason, further to the tranditional public sector supplies, we now offer the option of supporting our clients through our integrated distribution channel. At the same time, we continue to invest in real estate, another long-standing family tradition.

As we approach 100 years of continuous operation, we are excited to announce that the company previously known as RIFPA SPECIAL PAPERS has changed its brand name to ARONES PAPER TRADING & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. This new identity reflects our evolving vision and commitment to the continuation of our presence under the broader ARONES business legacy, which has carried our name for nearly a century.

Vision

We aim to continue providing high-quality products and services, offering complete solutions in an ever-evolving environment. Our commitment is to remain a trusted partner for the manufacturers we represent and for our Greek market customers who have placed their trust in us over the years.

Who We Are

Arones Paper is a third-generation family business, still managed by family members with deep roots in the paper industry.

Management

Beatrice Arones

With extensive experience, Beatrice continues the family tradition and maintains strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and partners. She holds a degree in Sociology from Panteion University and is a graduate of Athens Law School. She and her husband, Christos Laras, have five children.

Management

Christos Laras

As CEO of Arones Paper, Christos Laras brings his expertise in marketing and psychology, as well as experience in advertising and creative industries. He focuses on innovation and expanding new partnerships while staying ahead of industry trends.

Our Team

Our team consists of experienced professionals who have been with us for many years. Their dedication and drive are invaluable, and we take pride in working together to uphold the values of the Arones legacy.