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Friday, 24 April 2026

Charter extension for two TEN shuttle tankers

Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN) has announced the extension of long-term charters for two of its DP2 shuttle tankers. The extension of the charters for the two vessels — whose specialised…

Kikilias announces ferry support package to curb fare increases

A package of support measures for the shipping industry, amounting to 55-57 million euros and aimed at containing ticket prices, was presented to Parliament on Thursday by the Minister of…

Listed companies: Properties ‘fill the coffers’ – the landmark sales of 2026

An increasing number of listed companies are seeking to capitalize on elevated valuations in the domestic real estate market, with the primary objective of raising valuable liquidity. This reflects an…

Exarchou at Delphi Economic Forum XI: Energy security means national security

Speakers at a thematic panel of the Delphi Economic Forum XI, held in Delphi from April 22 to April 25, highlighted the importance of energy security, synergies and maintaining a…

Manousakis (IPTO): Accelerating the use of renewable sources for the strategic autonomy of the EU

The need to accelerate the use of renewable sources, alongside the green energy transition, was highlighted by the Chairman and CEO of IPTO, Manos Manousakis, at the Delphi Economic Forum…

German pharmaceutical company URSAPHARM expands to Greece

The German pharmaceutical company URSAPHARM is investing in Greece, launching commercial operations in January 2026 through the establishment of a subsidiary in Greece and Cyprus, under the leadership of Managing…

European strategy for shipping and ports

The implementation of the European strategy in the maritime industry and ports will be at the centre of a high-level meeting to be held on April 30, 2026, at the…

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Development with a social footprint in the 10-year of cooperation between PPA and COSCO SHIPPING

Over the 10-year partnership between the Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) and COSCO SHIPPING, the development of the Port of Piraeus has consistently been accompanied by initiatives with a tangible social…

Technomar Shipping confirms its vessel ‘Epaminondas’ boarded by Iranian forces

Greek operator Technomar Shipping Inc confirmed the vessel under its management, Epaminondas, has been boarded by Iranian forces, according to Reuters news agency, adding that its crew were safe. The…

Airbus strengthens its presence in Greece – New office in Athens

Airbus is moving forward with the official launch of its new office in Athens as part of the Group’s strategy to expand its commitment to Greece and its long-standing partners.…

Challenges in the capesize bulker industry

The capesize bulker segment once again took centre stage in discussions on the future of the dry bulk market, during the Dry Bulk Sector Panel at the Capital Link Singapore…

Cooperation agreement between the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Marseille and Piraeus

A cooperation agreement was signed in Marseille between the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Aix-Marseille-Provence Chamber of Commerce and Industry, establishing a framework for strategic collaboration in…

Optimistic messages for cruising in Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean

Cruise activity in Greece is set to strengthen as five cruise ships set sail from the Persian Gulf, three of which are scheduled to operate home-porting services from Greek ports.…

Oceans are a strategic priority in trade

The Hellenic Chamber of Shipping (HCS), chaired by George S. Alexandratos, underscored the multifaceted role of the oceans, both in sustaining life on the planet and in underpinning the global…

Transition to a Value-Based Healthcare system can put Greece back on the innovation map

Access to pharmaceutical innovation for patients is not solely a healthcare issue; it is a strategic indicator of resilience, social cohesion and economic dynamism, reflecting the extent to which a…

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Maritime Affairs Ministry denies seizure of Greek-interest ship «Epaminondas»

Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz continues to operate under a state of heightened uncertainty, amid conflicting reports regarding incidents involving two container ships, one of which is of Greek…

Strait of Hormuz: Iran seizes two vessels, including Greek-owned Epaminondas

Sailing through the Strait of Hormuz is entering a renewed phase of tension following the seizure of two container vessels by the naval command of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps…

Mitsotakis unveils eight support measures

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday announced eight support measures, following the publication of the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data on the 2025 economic performance. Mitsotakis referred to a package…

Blue economy a key pillar of Greece’s future

Greece’s powerful shipping industry was built through hard work, boldness and entrepreneurial drive, by people who turned the sea into a source of national strength, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos said…

AEGEAN announces new codeshare partnership with Air China

AEGEAN and Air China have signed a codeshare agreement, enhancing connectivity between Greece and China while offering passengers greater flexibility and a seamless travel experience. The two airlines will introduce…

UKMTO reports Greek tanker incident near Oman

UKMTO has received a report of an incident 15NM northeast of OMAN. The Master of a Greek-owned container ship reported that the vessel was approached by 1 IRGC gun boat,…

Double win for Greek tourism as revenues and arrivals surge in Jan-Feb

Greek tourism has recorded strong performance in the first two months of the year, with travel receipts and arrivals surging, according to the Bank of Greece (BoG). More specifically, Greece…

Euronext chief bets on Greece’s next chapter as Athens joins pan-European market

In a period when the Greek economy is decisively moving beyond the crisis years and returning to the forefront of international investor interest, the transformation of the Athens Stock Exchange…

Non-systemic banks stand out in net lending growth

Bank credit growth to the private sector slowed last year, Bank of Greece (BoG) governor Yannis Stournaras said in his recent address to the general meeting. The governor noted that…

High-level meeting on European strategies for the maritime industry and ports

A high-level meeting on the implementation of the European Maritime Industrial Strategy and the European Ports Strategy will be hosted in Athens on April 30, 2026, at the Eugenides Foundation,…

Second-hand tankers command premium prices

The tanker market has entered a phase, where newbuilds are increasingly emerging as a more rational option than second-hand vessels—provided owners have the capacity to wait. In the VLCC segment,…

Piraeus Bank and Accenture establish AI Hub in Greece utilizing Anthropic technologies

Piraeus Bank and Accenture announced the expansion of their long-standing strategic partnership, establishing a dedicated AI Hub that will leverage technologies developed by Anthropic. According to the announcement, the initiative…

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Hatzidakis: Greece’s positions on the new CAP – EU likely to decide on 2028-2034 budget during Greece’s presidency

The Greek priorities for the new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), as well as Greece’s negotiating positions in view of the decisions on the new European budget, were unveiled by the…

Lavinia Tankers: New suezmax order at Daehan shipyards

Lavinia Tankers, controlled by Panos Laskaridis, has exercised an additional option for April, placing a new order for a 157,000 dwt suezmax tanker at Daehan Shipbuilding, with delivery scheduled for…

Bally’s Intralot: 2025 was a milestone year

Robeson Reeves, Chief Executive Officer of Bally’s Intralot, described 2025 as a milestone year and 2026 as a year of strong momentum, during a briefing with analysts on the previous…