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Wednesday, 11 June 2025

UBS: Greek banks on a dynamic growth path

UBS sees a strong corporate credit cycle, with continued momentum for Greek banks, according to a new report based on Bank of Greece data for April, which shows a 14%…

Tuesday, 10 June 2025

Defense industry: CSG open to new agreements in Greece

Czech defense giant CSG is seeking synergies and new business opportunities in Greece, following the agreement for the establishment of a strategic joint venture between MSM Export, a member of…

Remarkable five-star projects in Limnos and Lesvos

Lemnos and Lesvos are taking dynamic steps on luxury tourism, further enhancing the international recognition and demand of the islands of the North Aegean. According to sources, the major deal…

Which sectors have the strongest employment prospects in Greece?

Employment expectations in Greece stood at 11% in the third quarter of 2025 showing an increase of 4 points from the previous quarter, but remaining unchanged compared to the corresponding…

Theodorikakos to “N”: The new Development Fund brings investments of 4 billion euros

The new development law will mobilize investments of 4 billion euros by the end of 2026, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos said in an exclusive interview with “N”. The first announcements…

Banks boost the housing market through digitalization

Piraeus’ recent deal with technology provider Qualco is an example of the recent trend of Greek banks to proceed to synergies with technology providers in order to digitize their services…

Shipping: Record deliveries of dual-fuel ships

The global fleet capable of operating on alternative fuels is expected to reach 1,000 ships by the end of 2025, due to an unprecedented number of new deliveries of dual-fuel…

Stock Exchange: Liquidity of 1.3 billion euros in one year – Record for listed companies and shareholders

The summer has kicked off dynamically for companies listed on the Athens Stock Exchange, which in the last days of May and the first days of June have “raised” more…

Dry cargo freight market: The “thorns” that maintain uncertainty

The prospects for the dry bulk freight market remain uncertain, due to sluggish demand, intense geopolitical developments, and changing trade habits. The chairman and CEO of the US-listed shipping company…

Kikilias: Port infrastructure and desalination projects in the Ionian islands

The launch of a series of port infrastructure and desalination projects in Corfu and all the Ionian islands, in line with AEGIS, was announced by the Minister of Maritime Affairs…

Grivalia: The 250 million project in public consultation

The Ministry of Development has put the Strategic Environmental Impact Study of the Special Spatial Development Strategic Investment Plan for the 250 million budget investment by Grivalia Hospitality in Megalonisos…

Friday, 06 June 2025

Beach cleaning initiative by Piraeus Container Terminal

Piraeus Container Terminal (PCT) in collaboration with the environmental organization iSea organized the coastal cleanup of Perama beach. The action is part of PCT’s environmental initiatives and aims to raise…

PPC and Hydropower Sustainability Alliance launch new partnership to strengthen sustainability practices in Greek hydropower

PPC Group, the largest clean energy company in Southeast Europe, has launched a new collaboration with the Hydropower Sustainability Alliance (HSA) to embed international best practices across its hydropower portfolio…

Association of Mining Companies: Removing obstacles to showcase Greece’s mineral wealth

The key to exploiting the wealth of the Greek subsoil within the framework of the European policy for critical mineral raw materials is the removal of competitive disadvantages, according to…

Kikilias: The ports upgrade is a strategic priority

“The upgrading of ports is our strategic priority, both through the port concession contract to the private sector and the improvement of state ports,” Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular…

Assessing the ECB rate cut’s impact on Greece

The Εuropean Central Bank (ECB) proceeded with the eighth consecutive 25 basis point interest rate cut. The ECB said that we are now on a very good path regarding the…

Kafounis (ESEE): Alarm over the results of retail trade

“Unfortunately, the concerns of the business community are being confirmed, as a large part of the retail sector is experiencing a prolonged period of negative real revenue-expense balance, with the…

Attica Group plans 700-million-euro investments by the end of the decade

The Attica group plans to invest 700 million euros in the further development of its fleet by the end of the decade, focusing on high-speed ferries. The country’s largest coastal…

New master plan for the future of the Port of Volos

The port of Volos is undergoing a restructuring process, following the decision of the Growthfund to proceed with a tender to hire a strategic development consultant following the information about…

Tzikas to “N”: Exhibitions serve as a vital platform for communication

“The Pan-European Exhibitions Conference will be organized in Thessaloniki on June 3-7, where all issues of concern to modern exhibitions will be discussed,” said TIF Helexpo President Tasos Tzikas in…

Mylonas: The challenges in financing energy projects – National Bank’s initiatives

The CEO of the National Bank of Greece, Pavlos Mylonas, highlighted the bank’s initiatives to support the energy transformation of the economy, as well as the challenges in financing energy…

Wednesday, 04 June 2025

METLEN completes acquisition of Most Energy’s energy trading business in Bulgaria

METLEN announced it has signed a non-binding agreement to enter the process of the acquisition of a 75% stake in the energy trading business of Most Energy JSC. Renewable assets…

Piraeus Bank: Collaboration with Qualco for a digital platform for mortgage loans

Piraeus Bank has entered into a shareholders agreement with technology provider Qualco, for the development of a digital solutions platform, initially focusing on the mortgage sector. The platform will be…

Greek shipping registry continues to lose ground

The Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data showed a new plunge for the Greek merchant fleet and especially for commercial ocean-going shipping vessels. In particular, the fleet of large ships with…

Ideal: Deals and additional 100 million euros in capital strength

Another piece in the ‘puzzle’ of the next day is about to be placed by Lambros Papakonstantinou, who continues his moves to expand and grow Ideal Holdings. The experienced manager,…

Energy Commissioner: Increasing RES is the only path to a more competitive EU

The acceleration of the energy transition, measures for faster licensing of RES projects, reduction of energy taxation and lower tariffs constitute the main priorities of the European Commission in the…

Celebration for the 120th anniversary of the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The celebration for the 120th anniversary of the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry was held at the historic Chamber’s Mansion, bringing together a large number of businessmen, representatives of…

Greece leads the cruise industry

With steady steps and impressive growth, Greece is establishing itself as one of the leading cruise destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean, strengthening both its tourist image and the national economy.…

GEK TERNA: Revenue and operating profitability surge thanks to concessions

GEK TERNA announced an impressive increase in turnover and operating profitability in the first quarter of 2025. More specifically, consolidated revenue amounted to 989.4 million euros, recording a 49% increase…

Mytilineos: Metlen’s headquarters will remain in Greece – METKA’s listing on the Stock Exchange under consideration

The Athens Stock Exchange will soon be upgraded to a developed market, with significant capital inflows from America, Europe and Greece, in connection with geopolitical developments, of course, said Metlen…