Company updates

The Greek government is in talks with Canadian mining company Eldorado Gold to secure higher royalties in a delayed mining project in northern Greece.

Thomas Cook has filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy protection in the United States, aiming to proceed with its rescue scheme.

Zante Ferries will operate the ferry route connecting the Greek island of Samothrace with Alexandroupolis in northern Greece, until October 31.

Les Roches Global Hospitality Education is offering the final few spaces for the winter 2019 intake to its Postgraduate Executive Diploma in International Hotel Management.

Cyprus Airways has appointed BBT Air – Aviation Services, a newly established company based in Athens, as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for the Greek market.

The development of cruise tourism in Greece was explored by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and representatives of Royal Caribbean Cruises.

AEGEAN recorded an increase in passenger traffic and turnover in the first half of 2019, boosted by a strong performance in the second quarter of the year.

Alitalia has reported a 2.5 percent increase in passenger revenues for the month of August, driven by the carrier’s positive performance on long-haul routes.

The makeover of Thessaloniki’s International Exhibition Center is high on the Greek government’s agenda.

The Athens-Attica & Argosaronikos Hotel Association has joined forces with Athens International Airport (AIA) for the “The Stones Speak” series of cultural events.

TUI Foundation’s #engageEUrope2019 initiative finds that the younger generation in Greece is optimistic about European unification.

The in[n]Athens hotel, an urban ‘destination’ right in the center of Athens, has added 16 new rooms to the property.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has invested in “thoughtful technology” and now offers its guests the opportunity to seamlessly plan their travel through its mobile app.

Greece’s Economic Policy Council has decided to accelerate the sale of a 30 percent stake in Athens International Airport.

Thomas Cook will invest 6 million euros to renovate its Sunwing Kallithea family hotel complex on the Greek island of Rhodes.

The Creta Maris Beach Resort throughout the year organizes a number of activities for its guests, aiming to promote sustainable tourism and Crete’s traditions.

Selina, a fast growing hotel brand, has signed a strategic distribution agreement with Hotelbeds, a leading international bedbank.

BBT Air, a new company offering airline representation services, has opened in Athens, aiming to serve the Greek and international aviation market.

Travelport, a leading travel commerce platform, has appointed Alistair Rodger as Global Vice President of Agency Sales in Europe.

Aiming to promote cycling tourism in Greece, NatTour has launched the “Greek Bike Specialist” seal, a new certification for travel agencies and tour operators.