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Friday, 27 June 2025

Eurobank considers the parallel listing of its shares on the Cyprus Stock Exchange

Eurobank S.A., a subsidiary of Eurobank Holdings, announced its intention to examine the parallel listing of its shares on the Main Market of the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE). Following the…

Olympic Brewery’s ESG Strategy: Numbers, Actions, and Local Impact in Greece

As sustainability is fundamental to modern entrepreneurship, Olympic Brewery stands out as a model of responsibility, combining the global strategy of the Carlsberg Group, “Together Towards ZERO and Beyond,” with…

The Ellinikon: Delivery of important projects will begin in 2027

The year 2027 will be a milestone for the major redevelopment project of the former Athens airport in Ellinikon. The delivery of significant developments will begin in 2027 — most…

Promoting Sustainable Development in the global Food & Beverage Industry

Mikel Coffee Company is a dynamic player in the coffee and catering industry, with a growing international footprint over the past 17 years. Having aligned with the UN Agenda 2030,…

Greek businesses call for measures to reduce electricity costs

Greek companies, and especially energy-intensive manufacturing companies, have to deal with significantly higher energy costs over time, compared to the rest of Europe, facing a competitive disadvantage. The European Commission…

Aegean Airlines to issue up to 250-million-euro bond loan

Aegean Airlines chairman Eftichios Vassilakis will issue a common bond loan, amounting up to 250 million euros, next week, aiming to capitalize on the momentum from the geopolitical de-escalation in…

Greeks’ debt exceeds 110 billion euros

Overdue tax debts increased by 3.8 billion euros in one year. According to data from the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), the total amount of overdue tax debt reached…

Heracles Group: First 3.7 MW photovoltaic plant in operation

HERACLES Group invests in alternative forms of energy and proceeds with the installation of photovoltaic systems in its facilities. The Group is committed to sustainable development, which is a central…

Intralot signs 10-year contract extension with the Idaho Lottery

INTRALOT S.A. announced that its U.S. subsidiary, INTRALOT, Inc., and the Idaho Lottery have agreed to a 10-year contract extension, reaffirming an established partnership and based on INTRALOT’s commitment to…

PPC Group: Special pilot hybrid project under construction in Astypalea

Showcasing its commitment to energy transformation and innovation, PPC Group has initiated the construction of a pioneer pilot hybrid project on the non-interconnected Astypalea island, which will combine solar energy…

Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Intervention for smooth operations at the Port of Piraeus

The Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry stressed the need for a holistic and immediate intervention on multiple levels, aiming to urgently seek and provide solutions to the traffic congestion…

Thursday, 26 June 2025

Dynacom: The first supertanker built by the Chinese Hengli shipyards joins its fleet

Dynacom, οwned by George Prokopiou, delivered another newly built super tanker— the first from Chinese shipyard Hengli Heavy Industry. According to the company, on June 24, Hengli Heavy Industry reached…

Janssens to “N”: Global ship recycling is changing

A few hours before the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) – the first global legal framework for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships – comes into force, Gudrun Janssens,…

Two out of three entrepreneurs plan to hire – Concern about operating and labor costs

Two out of three entrepreneurs are planning to hire more full-time employees over the next 12 months, while at the same time, eight out of ten express concern about rising…

Greece’s gains from ReArm Europe

In order to maximize Greece’s benefit from Europe’s new rearmament program and its implementation tools, increased defense spending should be directed toward well-designed investments with a high developmental impact—such as…

Loans in Swiss franc: Solution with a “haircut” and a fixed installment

The Ministry of National Economy and Finance, in collaboration with the Bank of Greece, seems to be closer to completing the plan for regulating Swiss franc loans. “A solution will…

Shadow economy in Greece estimated at 41 billion euros

The size of the shadow economy in Greece is estimated at 41 billion euros, according to calculations by the head of the Parliamentary Budget Office, John Tsoukalas. He explained that…

PPC plans its expansion to Croatia; distributes 0.40 euro dividend

PPC announced its decision to increase the dividend for the fiscal year 2024, confirming the Group’s growth trajectory. In particular, the new dividend policy of the largest energy group in…

Budget Office: Sharp reduction of the VAT gap driven by digital tools

A sharp reduction in the so-called VAT gap is expected this year, according to John Tsoukalas, head of the Parliamentary Budget Office. A key role in this improvement is anticipated…

Hellenic Gaming Commission sees growth opportunities

A new dimension of the Greek gaming market is being highlighted by the Hellenic Gaming Commission, focusing on the industry’s production and export potential. In its monthly update, the Commission…

PPA S.A.: Welcoming ceremony of ‘Yuan Hai Kou’

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) organized a welcoming ceremony for the inaugural voyage of the Yuan Hai Kou, one of the largest and most technologically advanced vehicle carriers in the…

Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Crete–Attica interconnection: Successful transfer of 320 MW of electric power from Crete to Attica

The Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) and the Ariadne Interconnection successfully completed the transfer of 320 MW of electric power from Crete to Attica through the new high-voltage direct current…

Greek seafarers end strike on Patras-Igoumenitsa-Italy ferry route after agreement is reached

The Association of Passenger Shipping Companies (SEEN) and the Panhellenic Union of Merchant Shipping Seamen (PENEN) reached an agreement on Wednesday to end the strike action on Greek-flagged ships sailing…

Icon Energy expands its fleet

Icon Energy Corp., owned by Ismini Panagiotidou, continues the expansion of its fleet, as it has announced the acquisition of the bulk carrier Charlie, an eco bulk carrier built in…

LAMDA Flisvos Marina: First marina in Europe – First company in Greece to receive EFQM 6-star rating

LAMDA Flisvos Marina, a subsidiary of the LAMDA Development group, announced the acquisition of the “Recognised by EFQM – 6 Star” certification. It was awarded by the international organization European…

Greece not included in MSCI watch list; positive momentum

Greece has not been placed on the watch list for possible reclassification to developed markets, according to the results of MSCI’s annual review. However, MSCI left the door open for…

Piraeus finances the world’s first LR2-type tanker with wind energy

Piraeus Bank finances the world’s first LR2-type tanker that harnesses wind energy, marking a new era of sustainable shipping. The British shipping company Union Maritime Ltd. delivered the newly built…

Marco Med Forum 2025: The future of ports is green, smart, connected with Artificial Intelligence

Focusing on the digital transformation of ports and the maritime supply chain, Global Spatial Technology Systems (GSTS) organized the first MARCO MED Forum, at the Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation in Piraeus,…

Theon International secures 50 million euros in new orders

THEON International has received new orders of 50 million euros. According to the company, the majority of the new orders are scheduled for delivery in 2025 and the increasing demand…

AEGEAN named Best Regional Airline in Europe at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025

AEGEAN has been named the “Best Regional Airline in Europe” at the prestigious World Airline Awards 2025 for the 14th consecutive year and 15th time overall in its 26 years…