Angelos Karakostas, Deputy CEO of the Piraeus Port Authority, referred to the strategic role of ports — and particularly Piraeus — in the new geo-economic environment during his address at…
John Xylas, member of the board of the Union of Greek Shipowners, highlighted the critical position of shipping at the centre of geopolitical and economic transformations during his address at…
“Challenges often accelerate positive developments,” stated Lim Juseong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Greece, during his address at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
The Ambassador of the Republic of…
The strategic role of Greek shipping during a period of intense geopolitical upheaval was highlighted by Spyros Ktenas, General Manager of the Naftemporiki Group, at the opening of Naftemporiki’s 10th…
Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vasilis Kikilias delivered a clear message calling on Europe to reassess its strategy towards shipping, energy, and industrial self-sufficiency during his address at…
Fang Qiu, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, highlighted the cooperation between Greece and China in the maritime sector during his address at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
As he…
The consumption landscape is shaping a new service model, with online delivery companies taking a leading role by developing new offerings and expanding their operational footprint.
This development is closely…
Coca-Cola HBC is embarking on a new round of investments in Greece, further strengthening its manufacturing and supply chain footprint in the country.
Speaking from the Coca-Cola plant in Schimatari,…
At a time when global balances are changing rapidly and the shipping industry is being called upon to redefine its role, Naftemporiki’s annual conference aspires to serve as a key…
“Greece is a pillar of stability and a country delivering strong economic growth in a turbulent region and neighbourhood,” stressed Dimitris Skalkos during a discussion at the Peloponnese Regional Conference.…
Approximately six out of ten shipping companies and maritime organizations have already launched pilot programmes or are experimenting with the integration of Artificial Intelligence.
However, only 7% have progressed to…
Business turnover recorded positive growth in the first quarter of 2026, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).
Based on ELSTAT data, total turnover across all businesses…
MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys hosted an event aboard the luxury cruise vessel EXPLORA II in Rhodes, marking the first of a total of 12 scheduled calls by the Group’s…
Addressing the challenges facing systemic banks in the new era — including advanced technology, cybersecurity threats and the rise of so-called neobanks operating exclusively online — the Chief Executive Officer…
The issue of supporting households is once again dominating the government’s agenda, even before the package of measures already announced has been fully implemented.
Energy prices are surging sharply, while…
Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) welcomed a delegation from Georgia, headed by Tamar Ioseliani, who represented Georgia’s Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, Mariam Kvrivishvili.
Ioseliani oversees the Transport and Logistics…
The Greek coastal shipping sector risks coming under significant pressure during the summer season if the high volatility in marine fuel prices persists, driven by the prolonged crisis in the…
The technology sector could add between 12-23 billion euros to the Greek economy by 2035, boosting the country’s much-needed productivity index and narrowing the gap with the EU.
The “magic…
ALTERLIFE is opening a new chapter in its growth trajectory with the entry of Alter Ego Ventures and Alea Holdings into its share capital.
The two investment firms are each…
The tanker market remained at elevated levels in April, with freight rates holding steadily close to historic highs.
At the same time, the orderbook stands at nearly 20% of the…
Athens International Airport (AIA) announced an 8.1% increase in passenger traffic in the first quarter compared to the same quarter last year, but a decline in profitability due to pricing…
The President of the Mediterranean Cruise Ports Association (MedCruise), Theodora Riga, was received on by the Chairman of the Board and CEO of Patras Port Authority S.A., Panagiotis Anastasopoulos, in…
Thousands of debtors are awaiting the activation of a new emergency repayment scheme of up to 72 instalments for overdue debts to the tax authorities and the e-EFKA social security…
Dynagas Ltd., owned by George Prokopiou, placed particular emphasis on knowledge exchange, strengthening communication, and fostering stronger ties between ship and shore through the recent Crew Conference it organized in…
Alpha Gas, part of the group controlled by Anna Angelicoussis, announced the successful delivery of the newly built “Energy Pioneer,” the first in a series of four VLGC/VLAC vessels.
According…
Softweb outlined its transformation into a group structure through targeted acquisitions during a presentation to the Hellenic Fund and Asset Management Association, emphasizing that 2025 marked a scale-up year for…
The European Union recognizes the pivotal role and importance of shortsea shipping in achieving the objectives of the green transition while safeguarding the quality standards of maritime transport services.
This…
Passenger traffic at the 14 regional airports managed by Fraport Greece rose by 3.2% in April, despite the Middle East crisis and the reduction in flights to and from Israel.…
Detailed data released by Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) reveal that the prices of certain products and services have risen by as much as 200% over the past five years, highlighting…
The meeting in Athens between the ministers of Greece, Bulgaria, North Macedonia and Serbia, with the participation of the relevant TSOs, marks the advancement of plans to expand the Vertical…
