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Thursday, 26 February 2026

Greek shipping shares soar in US market due to strong freight rates

The global tanker market is going through a period of intense momentum, with freight rates moving at levels that dramatically boost companies’ cash flows and translate into increased valuations. In…

Pharos’ official integration into AI Factories

The establishment of the Pharos AI Factory constitutes the institutional and corporate vehicle that will enable Greece to be integrated in an organized manner into the European AI Factories. The…

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Athens Defence Summit 2026: The Future of War and the Defence of Freedom in an Age of Strategic Transformation

On 20–21 May 2026, Athens will host the inaugural Athens Defence Summit (ADS), a high-level international platform dedicated to the defence of freedom, the future of warfare, and the renewal…

Supertankers break the 200,000 per day barrier – Greek shipowners lead the way

The world’s largest charterers have launched a “rally” to secure free tonnage for the 300,000-ton supertankers that carry 2 million barrels of crude. The rates are exceeding previous records, both…

METLEN undertakes a new 198 MW hybrid project in the United Kingdom

METLEN continues to advance the United Kingdom’s energy transition through the delivery of integrated renewable energy projects that combine clean energy generation, battery storage and grid integration. The Bumble Bee…

EuroDry Ltd. shows profitability and shifts to long-term charters

EuroDry ended 2025 with a positive performance in the last quarter. The Nasdaq-listed shipping company also strengthened its share buyback program. The company’s President and CEO Aristides Pittas said that…

Costamare Bulkers entered 2026 with strong financial results

Costamare Bulkers Holdings Limited ended 2025 with strong liquidity, marking its second full quarter as an independent, publicly traded company following its spin-off from Costamare Inc. At the end of…

Shell and METLEN sign landmark agreement to collaborate in LNG supply and trading

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the supply and trading of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) was signed in Washington by Shell and METLEN. According to the MoU, the two companies…

New agreements for US LNG via Greece

Atlantic SEE LNG Trade (a joint venture between AKTOR Group and DEPA Commercial) signed long-term agreements for the sale of US LNG with four countries on the sidelines of the…

ONEX Shipyards: Agreement signing ceremony with Hanwha Power Systems group in Washington

Security of natural gas supply and transatlantic cooperation in the energy sector are at the heart of the Transatlantic Gas Security Summit, which is taking place in Washington. The forum…

Netcompany to power Heathrow’s digital ambitions

Europe’s busiest airport and the world’s most connected megahub has selected Netcompany as its primary digital operations partner. Heathrow is embarking on an ambitious journey to reshape the passenger experience…

Riviera Tower: The tallest green residential skyscraper in the Mediterranean nears completion – 200 meters high and 170 apartments

The works on the Riviera Tower have reached the 42nd floor – only a few floors before the completion of its construction. The Tower will be the highest green residential…

The transformation of the Aktor Group and the LNG bet

From a purely construction company to a group with a presence in concessions, energy and critical infrastructure, the Aktor Group (formerly Intrakat) has been going through a period of growth…

Terna – Ukrhydroenergo cooperation on track for 1.5 billion euro projects

Terna’s collaboration with the Ukrainian Ukrhydroenergo for the joint development and implementation of large hydroelectric and pumped storage projects in Ukraine, with a total budget of approximately 1.5 billion euros,…

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

5,800 ships of the Greek-owned fleet in 174 countries

The Greek fleet made more than 160 thousand calls in 174 countries in 2023, confirming the global footprint and geoeconomic importance of the sector. As reported by the Union of…

Bratakos: Supporting SMEs is a necessity

Financing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is not a social policy, but a necessity. If we want a resilient economy, we must ensure that consistent businesses and citizens have access…

Russian Ambassador to “N”: Moscow is open for an equal and mutually beneficial dialogue

Four years have passed since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and there is no end in sight. The conflict in Ukraine has now lasted longer than the…

Greece and India strengthen their strategic cooperation in defence

In a period of intense geopolitical realignments in Greece’s wider neighborhood, relations between Athens and New Delhi are acquiring particular strategic importance, among other things, in the field of defense.…

Papastavrou: The Vertical Corridor as an Artery of Peace and Prosperity for European Energy Security

Greece’s role as an emerging energy hub in Southeastern Europe and the strategic importance of the Vertical Corridor for Europe’s energy security were highlighted by Environment and Energy Minister, Stavros…

Eldorado Gold: The next phase of the development in Greece – The goals for Olympias, Skouries

Eldorado Gold is entering the next phase of its development in the Greek market, driven by the expansion of Olympias’ production capacity, progress on the Perama project and the production…

Mining sector is a pillar of Greece’s geopolitical strengthening

The mining sector is developing into a pillar for the geopolitical strengthening of Greece, according to the President of the Association of Mining Companies, Konstantinos Giazitzoglou. As Giazitzoglou emphasized, “it…

Navios Maritime Partners LP maintained a rapid pace in 2025

Navios Maritime Partners LP ended 2025 with strong operating performance, targeted fleet renewal and increased revenues, confirming its resilience in an environment of strong geopolitical turbulence. The US-listed company under…

US plan to build warships and energy ships in Greece

The trilateral cooperation between the United States, South Korea and Greece in the crucial sector of shipbuilding is on track for implementation, aiming at strengthening the defense industry, upgrading infrastructure…

Friday, 20 February 2026

The CEO behind the 100 million euro Greek photovoltaics

Mevaco’s CEO, Spyros Delendas, who continues to reap the benefits of a dynamic and promising turn-around-story, is about to record another milestone. The experienced CEO sees the stock market value…

Athens Airbnb occupancy rates hit highs, revenues lag behind

Athens is among the cities with high occupancy (average 86.3 nights per year) in short-term rental, however, the average annual income per accommodation (8,796 euros) is low. Although Athens in…

Okeanis Eco Tankers: Higher revenue and profitability

Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. recorded strong profit growth and improved liquidity in the fourth quarter and in the full year, confirming the dynamics of the listed company, owned by the…

Safe Bulkers’ profits at 38.6 million dollars in 2025

Safe Bulkers Inc, owned by Poly Hadjioannou, reported a profit of 38.6 million dollars in the first 12 months of 2025, compared to 97.4 million in 2024, in a year…

Homeownership rate in Greece over 60% – One in three has difficulty meeting the cost

The homeownership rate in Greece exceeds 60%, with one in ten having a mortgage and about half having fully repaid the property they live in, as buyers rely mainly on…

Theodoratos: Greek coastal shipping is at a critical transition point

The main strategic objectives for 2026 were set in the general assembly of the Greek Shipowners Association for Passenger Ships. Emphasis will be placed on the formulation of a national…

Fifth plot on Chevron’s radar in Greece

With a plan for nine drillings in the best-case scenario over a decade, the national hydrocarbon research and development program is moving forward. Chevron is already considering additional moves in…