Ferries

The Greek Maritime Ministry is spearheading the sustainable renewal of the national ferry fleet by launching a study that fosters collaboration between public and private entities.

The Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs has reinforced safety measures at Greek ports a year after a tragic incident at the port of Piraeus.

Greek ferries will be required to create designated areas for people with mobility limitations.

The Greek Maritime Ministry has approved a new dock for the Dodecanese island of Kalymnos, enhancing the safety of large vessels, including cruise ships.

Meeting the demand for ferry transport of passengers, vehicles, and pets between Greece and Cyprus, Daleela will continue its service at least through 2027.

All passenger ferries scheduled to arrive at or depart from Rafina today will be redirected to Lavrio Port due to the ongoing wildfires in northeastern Attica.

Greek coastal shipping companies face significant challenges, including the need to replace aging fleets with greener vessels, according to a study by XRTC.

Greece’s ferry ticket prices are under close scrutiny, says Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.

The Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs is actively monitoring ferry ticket prices to address and prevent profiteering in Greece’s passenger ship sector.

A new berth allocation platform is set to operate at Lavrio Port, enhancing its capability to accommodate cruise ships and ferries.

The ports of Igoumenitsa and Corfu in 2023 saw increases in passenger traffic in distinct maritime tourism segments.

The European Commission has released new guidelines for more clarity on EU air passenger rights.

Every Friday until September 13, Costa Fortuna will depart from Piraeus on 7-night cruises to Mykonos, Santorini, Heraklion, Kos or Halicarnassus, and Istanbul.

Ferry and public transportation strikes have been announced for the May 1 Labor Day holiday in Greece.

Golden Star Ferries will connect the port of Rafina with the island of Paros for the upcoming summer season, starting on June 10.

A 24-hour strike in Greece on Wednesday, April 17, will paralyze public transport services.

Attica Group sold its 49% stake in Africa Morocco Link, which operates ferry services between Morocco and Spain, to Swedish shipping company Stena Line.

The ferry service linking Cyprus with Greece is scheduled to resume operations for a third year in a row this May.

Ferries throughout Greece will remain docked on Wednesday, April 17, due to a 24-hour strike announced by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO).

The latest member of Seajets’ family, EuroChampion Jet, which can transport 1,500 passengers and 380 vehicles, is ready to be painted in the company’s livery.