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Αttica Group – ANEK Merger to Create One of Europe’s Largest Passenger Shipping Companies

Attica Group plans to invest 31.3 million euros in the fleet modernization of coastal shipping company ANEK Lines after merger.

Seamen’s Federation Announces Strike, No Ferries Wednesday

The Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike for Wednesday, September 13.

Greek Competition Commission Approves Attica Group-ANEK Lines Merger

The Hellenic Competition Commission gave the green light for the absorption of Cretan coastal shipping company ANEK by Attica Group.

Ferry Travel in Greece Among the Costliest in Europe

The cost of traveling by ferry boat in Greece is among the highest in Europe, found a study.

Strike in Greece on March 16 to Affect Ferry, Air Travel

Air and ferry travel in Greece will be disrupted on Thursday, March 16, due to a 24-hour nationwide strike.

March 8 Nationwide Strike in Greece to Affect Ferry Services, Public Transport

Transportation in Athens will be disrupted on Wednesday, March 8, as transport employees will participate in a strike and work stoppages.

Ferry Travel: Greek Seamen Announce 48-hour Strike for February 8-9

Ferries will stay docked at ports across Greece during February 8-9 after the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) announced a 48-hour strike.

Attica Group’s AERO Highspeed Vessels Voted ‘Ships of the Year’

Attica Group’s three new AERO highspeed vessels were voted as "Ships of the Year" at the Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards 2022.

November 9 Strike in Greece to Affect Public Transport, Ferry Services

Public transport and ferry travel in Greece will see disruption on Wednesday, November 9, due to a 24-hour general strike called by private and public sector worker unions.

Attica Group Inaugurates its 3 New AERO Highspeed Vessels

Attica Group officially welcomed the delivery of its three new state-of-the-art vessels - AERO Highspeed 1, AERO Highspeed 2 and AERO Highspeed 3 - at the port of Piraeus.

May 1 Strike in Greece to Keep Ferries Docked at Ports

Ferries in Greece are to remain docked at ports for 24 hours on Sunday, May 1, as the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) will hold a 24-hour strike to mark Labor Day.

Covid-19: How the Unvaccinated in Greece Can Travel by Land, Air, Sea – Rules

Unvaccinated people in Greece must now have a negative Covid-19 rapid antigen test result to travel between regions on airplanes, ferries, trains and buses.

Greece to Improve Ferry Transport and Island Port Infrastructure with €1bn in Funds

The Greek Shipping Ministry will use €1 billion in funds to improve the service of ferry connections and cover projects to upgrade island port infrastructure.

Strict Checks on Ferry Travel Documents in Greece will Continue, Says Minister

The Greek authorities are carrying out stricter controls to check travellers’ compulsory travel documents before they board ferries at the country’s ports.

Covid-19: Rules for Ferry Travel to the Greek Islands from the Mainland and Vice Versa

Information on the documents needed to travel from the Greek mainland to the islands and vice versa.

Ferry Travel: Coast Guard to Check Passenger Documents at Greek Ports

Officers of the Hellenic Coast Guard as of July 15 will be in charge of checking the documents of travelers at ports before they board ferries to travel in Greece.

Greece Opens to Tourists: Entry Requirements, Who Can Come, Rules to Follow

Greece opened its borders by air, sea and road to travelers on May 14, under specific entry requirements and rules.

Greece: Medea Weather System Causes Disruption to Ferry Travel

Ferry travel in Greece is facing disruption due to snow and strong winds brought by the weather system dubbed “Medea”.

Greek Coast Guard Steps Up Checks on Ferries and Travelers

The Hellenic Coast Guard is stepping up checks on ferries and passengers to ensure that safety protocols against Covid-19 are being followed.

Covid-19: Greek Shipping Minister Says Safety at Sea Effective

Safety at sea has been effective thanks to the implementation of Covid-19 health protocols, according to Greek Shipping Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis.
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