The industrial complex of ABEA in Crete has been awarded the EuChemS Historical Landmarks Award in recognition of its role in foster ing a deep link between chemistry and local cultural heritage. ABEA and the important chemical discoveries and developments that were tied to it successfully exemplify the manner in which chemistry forms an important element of the regional cultural heritage and history of Crete.

The ceremony of the unveiling of the EuChemS plaque took place in June 2019.