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Greece’s Rail Operator TrainOSE Renamed Hellenic Train S.A.

Greece’s train operator TrainOSE has been renamed Hellenic Train S.A., marking the start of a new era for Greek railways.

Posted On 05 Jul 2022

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Greek Transport Ministry Launches Campaign to Encourage Bicycle Usage

The Greek Transport Ministry has launched an information campaign to promote the use of bicycles in Athens and their transportation on means of public transport.

Posted On 07 Jun 2022

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Athens Metro to Reach Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

Attiko Metro’s expansion works include a metro stop at the popular Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, which houses the Greek National Opera and a 210,000m2 park.

Posted On 03 Jun 2022

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Greece’s Tour Bus Providers See Challenges Ahead, Still Need Support

GEPOET, the federation that represents Greek travel agencies and companies that provide tour bus services, is calling for “vital” support measures for 2022.

Posted On 27 May 2022

, By Nikos Krinis

High-speed Athens-Thessaloniki ETR 470 Train Makes Debut

Travelers to Thessaloniki from Athens will now be able to reach the city in under four hours on board the new high-speed ETR 470 train put into service by train operator TrainOSE.

Posted On 16 May 2022

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Autohellas Sees Big Increase in Turnover and Profits in January-March

Autohellas, a Greek company that provides short-term car rental and long-term leasing services, recorded an increase in net results during the first quarter of 2022 year-on-year.

Posted On 13 May 2022

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Greece’s Tour Bus and Travel Services Providers Calling for Support

The General Panhellenic Federation of Tourism Enterprises presented Finance Minister Christos Staikouras with 8 proposals during a recent working meeting, citing the challenges of Covid-19.

Posted On 27 Apr 2022

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Greece Moves Ahead with Infrastructure Projects Valued at €8bn

Road and railway projects valued at 8 billion euros were tendered off in Greece, in a period of three years, according to Greek Infrastructure Minister Kostas Karamanlis.

Posted On 12 Apr 2022

, By GTP editing team

Greece: 24-hour Strike on Wednesday to Disrupt Public Transport in Athens

Public transportation in Athens will be disrupted on Wednesday, April 6, due to a 24-hour strike called by the country’s main private and public sector umbrella unions.

Posted On 05 Apr 2022

, By GTP editing team