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Thursday, 25 June 2026

Vianex invests 12.5 million euros in new Research and Clinical Studies Centre

The new Research and Clinical Studies Centre of Vianex was inaugurated in the presence of the leadership of the Health Ministry and the Development Ministry in the industrial area of…

GEK TERNA – Rheinmetall: Strategic alliance to strengthen the Greek defense industry

GEK TERNA and German defence manufacturer Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbHA have signed a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening Greece’s defence industrial base and developing new capabilities to support the armed forces.…

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Qualco Group and Qualco Foundation strengthen their presence in the UK

Qualco Group is seeking to further strengthen its presence in the United Kingdom, expanding both its business operations and social impact, reflecting its view that commercial activity should go hand…

Greeks lose confidence in the United States, Pew survey shows

Nearly eight in 10 Greeks no longer have confidence in the United States under President Donald Trump, according to a large-scale survey conducted by the Pew Research Center across 36…

JONES ACT: The sacred cow of us shipping entangled in operation epic fury

In the aftermath of the navigation blockade in the Strait of Hormuz (Operation Epic Fury), a parameter that passed unnoticed concerns the temporary suspensions of the US Jones Act for…

Castor Maritime to acquire 2023-built Kamsarmax bulker for 37.5 million

Castor Maritime Inc, owned by Greek shipowner Petros Panagiotidis, said it has agreed to acquire a modern Kamsarmax dry bulk vessel as part of efforts to expand its fleet. The…

Greece joins Pax Silica initiative on AI, semiconductors and critical minerals

Greece has formally joined the Pax Silica initiative, a framework aimed at strengthening the security of semiconductor and critical minerals supply chains.The initiative, promoted by the United States, seeks to…

Eldorado Gold – Skouries: Closer to copper-gold production

An investment exceeding 3 billion dollars by Canada’s Eldorado Gold, parent of Hellas Gold, at the Kassandra Mines in northern Greece is positioning the country prominently on Europe’s critical raw…

From weapons systems to technology-driven solutions: Dendias signals defence shift at METLEN’s Volos Facility

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias, speaking at the inauguration of METLEN’s fourth M Technologies industrial facility at the company’s defence hub in Volos, stressed the need for a far-reaching overhaul…

Italgas plans 1.0-billion-euro investment in Greece’s gas distribution network

Italgas’ 2026-2032 Strategic Plan envisages investments of 1 billion euros in Greece, with a focus on expanding and digitalising the country’s natural gas distribution network. According to the announcement, the…

IPTO: A ‘step change’ after the successful share capital increase

IPTO has completed its 1.0-billion-euro share capital increase, a move directly linked to accelerating its investment programme, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Manos Manousakis said. “The success of the share…

METLEN inaugurates new defence production facility in Volos

METLEN inaugurated a new industrial facility operated by M Technologies in Volos on Tuesday, in the presence of Defence Minister Nikos Dendias and Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos, as part of…

Euronext Athens: A golden opportunity for shipping

Safe Bulkers’ decision to pursue a dual listing in Athens was a strategic move of particular significance both for the company and for the Greek shipping community, Chairman Dr. Lukas…

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

METAVASEA programme enters third phase; preparing for green transition

The METAVASEA programme, implemented by HELMEPA and aimed at supporting shipping’s transition towards decarbonisation and sustainability in the Eastern Mediterranean, is entering the third phase. The new phase focuses on…

THEON secures new orders totaling 70 million euros

THEON International has secured new orders worth around 70 million euros, further strengthening its order backlog and underscoring the momentum it is enjoying in the European defence market. According to…

Greece targets more than 1 bln euros in investments through innovation and infrastructure fund

More than 1 billion euros in investments over the next three years will be mobilised through the Hellenic Innovation and Infrastructure Fund (HIIF), Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis said at…

Greece expands tax relief for people relocating from abroad

People relocating to Greece from abroad can benefit from additional tax exemptions on household goods and vehicles, potentially saving thousands of euros. The eligibility criteria, supporting documents and procedures that…

AI and skills development emerge as key productivity drivers for Greek businesses

Artificial intelligence and workforce upskilling are emerging as key drivers of productivity growth for businesses in Greece, according to new findings from a ManpowerGroup survey. The data, based on additional…

Short-term rental market shifts: Islands down, cities up

Bookings for short-term rental accommodation in Greece’s island regions for July, August and September are currently down by 30% compared with last year, according to Andreas Chiou, President of the…

Greek defense industry strengthens international footprint at Eurosatory 2026

Eurosatory 2026, the world’s leading land and air-land defense exhibition, concluded in Paris after five days of presentations, business meetings and high-level industry participation, bringing together defense companies, military delegations…

ECOLOG highlights maritime CO₂ transport role at London Conference

ECOLOG, a company affiliated with Greek shipowner Peter Livanos, participated in the CO₂ Shipping & Terminals Conference 2026 in London. According to the company, CEO Ellen Ruhotas represented the group…

Slow SMEs digitalization emerges as a competitiveness challenge for Greece

The slow pace of digital transformation among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is increasingly becoming a competitiveness challenge for the Greek economy. Despite progress in digital infrastructure, Greece’s performance in…

Sustainability: DEPA’s transformation strategy

A modern energy company cannot see sustainability as only a part of its strategy. It is neither a standalone policy nor merely a compliance requirement. Rather, it reflects how a…

Monday, 22 June 2026

Greek economy: The positive scenario after the US-Iran agreement

A memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran is raising expectations of further declines in energy prices, with potentially positive implications for the global economy and, by extension,…

Piraeus Port Authority awarded the “Diversity Label”

Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) is among the 41 large private-sector companies in Greece that have been awarded the “Diversity Label” for the first time. The distinction is an important institutional…

Made-in-Greece “KENTAVROS” system emerges as new air defense shield

At the facilities of the Hellenic Aerospace Industry (EAB), the Director of the Electronics Division, Kyriakos Enotiadis, spoke to Naftemporiki about the Greece-made “KENTAVROS” anti-drone system, the role of EAB…

Ionic orders four Newbuild tankers at Japanese shipyards

Ionic has placed an order for four newbuild tankers at Japanese shipyards, reaffirming its strategic commitment to fleet renewal. As the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Dimitris Sarakakis, revealed to a…

Capital Clean Energy Carriers takes delivery of LNG carrier Agamemnon

Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (CCEC), owned by Evangelos Marinakis, has announced the successful delivery of the LNG carrier Agamemnon, further strengthening its position in the liquefied natural gas transportation…

Delegation from Moldova and Romania visits Thessaloniki Port to explore transport and connectivity cooperation

A delegation from the Republic of Moldova and Romania visited Thessaloniki Port Authority (ThPA S.A.) as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation in transport and connectivity across the wider Southeast…

Heraklion Port Authority signs waste management contract with HEC to advance green port strategy

The official contract with HEC (Hellenic Environmental Center) for the provision of specialized services for the collection, transportation and final treatment of liquid waste from vessels and port facilities was…